Keukenhof

One of the most magnificent historic gardens around the world, Keukenhof, commonly referred to as the Garden of Europe, is located in the Dutch municipality of Lisse. Keukenhof Park has a total area of 79 acres, and the gardens receive around 7 million flower bulbs each year, according to the official website. Although tulips are the most famous flower in Keukenhof, there are many other blooms there as well, such as hyacinths, daffodils, lilies, roses, carnations, and irises.

The "Dune and Bulb Region," which includes Keukenhof, is in the province of South Holland, southwest of Amsterdam and south of Haarlem. Bus service is available from Schiphol, Leiden, and Haarlem train stations to get there. Keukenhof is only open to the general public for a famous 8 week tulip show from mid-March to mid-May, with peak viewing occurring near mid-April, depending on the growing season weather, which fluctuates annually. The grounds are open year-round for private events and festivals. In 2019, 1.5 million people, or 26,000 individuals daily, visited Keukenhof. In contrast, the Efteling receives 14,000 people daily, while the Rijksmuseum averages 8,000.

The grounds of Castle Keukenhof are commonly used for events including Castlefest, the Ladies Winternight, and the Christmas Fair. They are accessible throughout the year. Concerts of classical music are also held at the castle.

Location: Stationsweg 166A, 2161 AM Lisse, The Netherlands