TOP TIPS and GUIDE for Visiting Keukenhof in Lisse Netherlands | The Garden of Europe

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[@jackvandersluis1723]

This was build for the Dutch but turned into a place that loved the tourists but absolutely not a tourist trap more a place loved by tourists! Great vlog!

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Bedankt! Glad you liked it. 😊 I do count on you for constructive criticism, so I always appreciate your comments.

[@Saucyakld]

Loved Keukenhof, best place ever, beautiful! Not only the tulips but the narcissus are gorgeous too and the other various flowers!

[@aWanderlustForLife]

So many amazing flowers! The orchids were unbelievable, too.

[@crystalhospe5658]

I was on the same bus as you from Rai! I'm from Trinidad and Tobago and I agree Keukenhof is absolutely worth visiting and spending an entire day there. Obviously the flowers are breathtaking and the smell of the flowers while walking through the garden is absolutely incredible. I took the boat ride as well, but for me I don't think was worth it, the fields weren't very impactful from the view from the very low boats. I got a better view of the surrounding fields from the top of the windmill next to the boat loading spot, and that's free.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

How crazy we were on the same bus! Thanks for the extra insight. I would think the boat is too low and the line was very long (though you can book ahead of time). I'm glad the view from the windmill was nice!

[@madhukrishnashah9487]

VERY NICE COVERAGE THIS IS THE NATURE GIFT MAN CAN NEVER CREATE SUCH A BEAUTIFUL GLOBE

[@inderkalra3]

I have been here once and love it. Will love to go there again when I visit Europe.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

That's great!

[@pennyh2993]

Omg! I wish I could post you a picture. I’m literally on the bus back from Keukenhof to Leiden right now. It was absolutely gorgeous and we could have not asked for better weather. So very sunny and beautiful 😍

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Send it on IG 😁 I'd love to see it! Instagram.com/awanderlustforlife So glad you had a great time. We are having the most amazing weather right now and glad you got to experience it ❤️

[@stepheneamonn]

Haven't watched one of your vids in a minute but I must say your presenting skills are so impressive! Keukenhof just isn't my thing but honestly they are lucky to have you making quality videos like this, don't think I saw half of this on my visit.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Thank you! We hadn't been in a long time and I realized I should have more helpful videos from spring time around here, so Keukenhof was an easy thing to do. The one thing I forgot to mention that you might find helpful (or if you know any locals going) is that we can use our OV Chipkaart for the bus. Seems obvious, but I wasn't even sure until we got there!

[@romildabontes2141]

You're awesome! I'm from the Netherlands & haven't visited Keukenhof yet & now I really want to! :D

[@lynettehorak7678]

Wow! Thanks for sharing this beauty to the rest of the world, love your videos

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Thank you!

[@maytampus5330]

Missing this awesome place so much...

[@aWanderlustForLife]

I hope you can plan another trip some day 🙂

[@kathwells8334]

Great video. I just went on Friday. My tip is allow loads of time I was restricted as was going on to Liege had only three hours and was busy. Also take your own food if you are on a budget or have special allergies. I bought a pasta for about 8 Euros. Great experience and the bus combi ticket was great. Locker for my suitcase was free.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@rrwd8050]

I am a young man from Iraq, I love the country of roses, the beautiful Holland, and its beautiful, kind people. Everything is beautiful in Holland. I hope to visit it one day. I love you from Iraq. Greetings to you ❤️🌷❤️🌷❤️

[@jennifergoode437]

These tips were VERY helpful! We are going in April 2024 and appreciate the bus info!

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Ohhh! I'm hoping for good weather for you. Did you see my video on the different kinds of tulip fields? That might also be good for you. Spring is so wonderful!

[@ptm8375]

In 1949, a group of leading flower bulb growers and exporters came up with the plan to create an exhibition of spring-flowering flower bulbs on the estate. The Keukenhof spring park was a fact. The park opened for the first time in 1950. It was an immediate success: 236,000 visitors. It was originally made for Dutch visitors.

[@scottman895]

That looks incredible! I'll have to check that out on a future Netherlands trip especially in the spring! Awesome video!

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Netherlands in the spring is pretty incredible and the weather has been AMAZING!

[@DeathRose96]

Awesome video! I'm in Lisse for 3 months, leaving in January. So sadly, Keukenhof will be closed during my whole stay 🥲 glad to see how it looks in spring

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Thanks! Just a reason to try to come back for spring one day ☺️

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful video.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

You are most welcome ☺️

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@aWanderlustForLife 🙂

[@jeannegamba9834]

Your joyful video helped me to decide on my visit in April 2024! Since you asked, visit and video from Butchart Gardens in Victoria, Canada.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

That's amazing! Safe travels.

[@sonalirnahar_rohan]

We will be visiting Amsterdam in February 1 st week , can we see tulips then ? Or any flower fields ?

[@ZebaShaikhWho]

I recently visited Keukenhof and I loved it ♥️

[@aWanderlustForLife]

It's such a nice place!

[@ZebaShaikhWho]

@@aWanderlustForLife absolutely

[@Nora_meow99]

All about tulpen, i love it 💗 Thanks for sharing

[@aWanderlustForLife]

❤️

[@user-ji4zx3kf6p]

The orchids in Beatrix park/garden are gorgeous ! Looking forward to my visit ! :)

[@aWanderlustForLife]

They are stunning! Enjoy!

[@pinaytravelervergiegonzale6072]

Were coming next Month cant wait

[@aWanderlustForLife]

That's great! I hope you have a great trip.

[@daisyduck22]

Would love to visit , are there sitting places as you walk round ie. benches?

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Absolutely!

[@Finn_Dutch]

I think this is a place to visit once but that’s it😅 I rather enjoy the real tulip fields around Lisse, free to see and stunning to see😍🌺🌸

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Yes, the tulip fields in Lisse, Flevoland, and even north of Amsterdam are stunning! I did a video on visiting a few around Lisse. I don't go to Keukenhof every year but every 5 or so. It's always beautiful and changes each year and also depending on when you go since it's designed to bloom the entire time it's open.

[@bramharms72]

I concur, us dutchies don't see it as a tourist trap either, just a fun day out. We DO use it as a metaphor for "overcrowding" but as you can see in the video that's certainly not always the case, just at the height of the tourist season.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

There were so many tour buses there! But as with most things, move farther from the front and things get much better with fewer crowds. It is definitely a lovely day out! I really appreciate the variety of the gardens.

[@ronalddekeijzer40]

I agree its not a tourist trap I am dutch and i have only been there once about 6 years ago with my unkel and aunt from Canada and it is realy beautiful. Lots different flowers Nice video

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Thank you! I also like to experience these things with visitors because it puts a different view on them. I think you are exactly right, it's so many pretty flowers that anyone can enjoy 😊

[@Sweet_hxneyy]

If i have the amsterdam and region travel ticket, will i still need a combi ticket to take the bus to keukenhof or can i just get an entrance ticket?

[@joannarutkowska9990]

Keukenhof it is one of my favourite gardens.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Such a beautiful spot 🌷

[@joannarutkowska9990]

@@aWanderlustForLife 🌷🍀

[@sarathgovind9541]

I am planning to go to Amsterdam on 30th of March this year. Will the flowers have bloomed at that time?

[@aWanderlustForLife]

If the garden is open, there will be flowers in bloom. Have a good trip!

[@MRSCOOKIE2010able]

What a lovely video.thank u ao much for the info. I m gonna be there on 30rd of March..i hope i ll see tulips earlier than mid April❤ are dogs really allowed? I saw that only service dogs. I ll have a 3 kilo maltese with me in a special bag.will they allow that?

[@Fyy256]

Which month did you shot this video it looks so cold

[@pakcanworld8339]

Love to visit here 💕 Thanks for sharing ❤

[@aWanderlustForLife]

I'm so glad! Thanks for your comment 🤗

[@pakcanworld8339]

@@aWanderlustForLife we have in Ottawa tulips festival too.i love flowers 💐

[@antarasarkar12]

I’ll be in Amsterdam end of March. The garden will just open then. Does it make sense to go there then? I ask because I’m wondering if the flowers will be in bloom.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Don't worry, they are only open for two months, so there are always things in bloom. They plan it that way. Sorry, I thought I mentioned it in the video!

[@antarasarkar12]

Yes, you did. I somehow missed it the first time. So I rewatched it & realised you had mentioned it. Thanks for still answering my query! Appreciate it so much. @@aWanderlustForLife

[@aWanderlustForLife]

No worries! Have a fantastic trip!

[@vishak5129]

Probably how many hours required inside this garden ? Is that possible to visit other tulip farm also on same day?

[@vilasvaidya5483]

sir please tell which date time period of april 2025 will get bloomed tulip

[@8448Marooco]

Oh, Nederland 🇳🇱😘 is zo geweldig❤💞💚

[@MaggyBaas]

I’m visiting Keukenhof on Monday with my son 😊

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Have a wonderful time!

[@leewaz7237]

Hey! Which month did you go during? Was this around April/ May cos I heard that’s when the tulips are in full bloom. Thanks!

[@aWanderlustForLife]

April/May are the only time you see tulips with just a few early ones popping up at the end of March. Full bloom is usually late April. This was April 10

[@elenaned5237]

Everywhere we looked in Keukenhoff Gardens, absolutely stunning, need to return one day. 😍

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Oh yes! They change each year, so it's a new experience each time 😊

[@bertkassing8541]

Well, I have worked in the Bollenstreek for years and have lived in Hoofddorp (the northernmost tip of the Bollenstreek) for some years now, but the Keukenhof is really something for tourists as far as I'm concerned. Nothing wrong with that, but still..... Look at the beautiful bulb fields next to the Intratuin shop in Cruquius. Then you don't have to go to Keukenhof anymore :-) By the way, I've been there, but it's not my thing.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

We hope to do some tulip/flower fields soon! We were supposed to go today but I hurt myself and couldn't, so hopefully next weekend 😊 If you have any other tips, I love them.

[@bertkassing8541]

@@aWanderlustForLife Oooh, I hope you didn't hurt yourself too much. Anyway, get well. The bulb fields will be in bloom for a few more weeks. So plenty of time for a visit.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

@@bertkassing8541 Thanks! I should be fine, just not well enough for today/tomorrow. Fingers crossed for next weekend 🤞

[@florisd]

@@aWanderlustForLife Next weekend is the Bloemencorso Bollenstreek. Be sure not to miss that when you're around there for the flower fields!

[@csillaherczeg]

What do you recommend, when to buy the tickets? I'm planning to visit around mid april 2023, hopefully it is the best time to visit this beautiful place.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

That's a good time! I don't know if it sells out. I think I bought tickets about a week before.

[@csillaherczeg]

@@aWanderlustForLife thank you for your quick reply :)

[@AriannaAyers]

Looks chilly

[@aWanderlustForLife]

It's warmed up this week!

[@mahae_16]

how long it takes to see everything. i booked at 14.00 ticket. do i have time to see everything?

[@aWanderlustForLife]

It really depends. But you'll have a good chunk of time, so don't worry and just enjoy the visit ☺️

[@MICHALMALACHOVSKY]

SUPERBE SUPERBE SUPERBE !!!

[@anikchakraborty450]

Your travelling videos are very nice mam😊🙏 From India

[@aWanderlustForLife]

I'm glad you enjoy them.

[@anikchakraborty450]

@@aWanderlustForLife welcome mam😊🙏 Mam, are you from Europe?

[@AkoSiMayAnne]

Are there blooming tulips around April 8 , I think I booked too soon😂

[@aWanderlustForLife]

That is a tad early, but hopefully this will help tulipfestivalamsterdam.com/flower-forecast-2023/

[@AkoSiMayAnne]

@@aWanderlustForLife thank you for the reply.

[@tanyarichardson3224]

Where can I buy tickets from

[@aWanderlustForLife]

The link is in the description.

[@connie9510]

May I ask when you actually visited Keukenhof? I am going later this week and thought it will be pretty warm, but everyone in your video was wearing thick jackets. Thank you!

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Last weekend, it warmed up a lot by the time we left. Weather can change quite quickly, here. But I would think this week will be perfect 😊

[@carlahill9607]

Rec any hotels?

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Unfortunately, I don't know the hotels in that specific area. I'm sorry!

[@betieakumaai8927]

It is a nice place to visit even as a Dutch, although i live in the Betuwe, and if i step outside i get flowerbombed by cherry Blossom 😊

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Sounds lovely! We have a few Cherry Blossom and Magnolia trees in our neighborhood and they are so nice to look at.

[@Serena_9]

Can I snatch those lovely tulips back home?

[@johnveerkamp1501]

Mooi he. !!

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Bedankt!

[@rrwd8050]

Are you from Holland

[@МиланПотић-б9х]

If it is a tourist trap, then it is the most beautiful tourist trap there is, and I want to be caught in it.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Nice response! And I totally agree 💯

[@bike23bike]

Hi Jessica Part of the ground of Keukenhof originaly belonged to my ancesters, for severel generations over 100 years ago. Family of Zandvliet. BertvBemmelen

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Thank you for sharing!

[@Aviopic]

I live 10 min bike ride away and never been there 😄

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Maybe you'll visit someday?

[@paudsmcmack3117]

Mushrooms and a nice boken ride through tulip country shud be a requirement for life

[@wingwilliams]

I think it will rain next week when I visit 😂

[@aWanderlustForLife]

I'm so sorry!

[@HasanSan-fj1lk]

❤🎉❤ KEINDAHAN TAMAN SURGA ADN BUNGA TULIP PERCAYALAH SAYANG ❤🎉❤

[@Nataliya0715]

В кокенхоф нужно к открытию приходить. Тогда народу почти нет. Тишина.

[@ALLAHCCHamda]

🌷🤍ALLAH CELLE VE CELALÜHÜ'M🌷🤍

[@carpor911]

Every where you go and have to pay for an entree is a 'Tourist Trap'

[@aWanderlustForLife]

I disagree. Places like this need fees for the upkeep.

[@bertkassing8541]

I don't quite agree with you. I think Keukenhof and many other "tourist" attractions fill a need. The Keukenhof is quite beautiful and you get to see everything the bulb fields have to offer. Nothing wrong with it. Okay, I'm not a fan of it either, but still...... it's pretty beautiful. And I think it's normal that you have to pay for some attractions. Maintenance and operation simply costs a lot of money.

[@willemh3319]

it got it'sname from kitchen herb garden just living 10 min away vennip🤣

[@aWanderlustForLife]

Can't believe I forgot to mention that! And I hope you are enjoying peak tulip time ☺️

[@willemh3319]

@@aWanderlustForLife a lot of tourist buses😱🤣

[@gerrygrouwe70]

I am dutch but never have been there 🤣🤣🤣

[@aWanderlustForLife]

I didn't visit a lot of the tourist things where I grew up, either!

[@gerrygrouwe70]

But if you want to visit the little village whith the biggest wooden shoe you have to go to go to enter there i was born

[@user-xg8bn5bb7s]

More tips, real ones e.g do you need by tickets in advance, what the boat tour is about, is one day sufficient... it could have been mu h useful. Instead of simple hat and sunscreen

[@justasking9670]

Just been there it’s clearly a rip off. 85€ for 2 ppl bus included. Still a rip off. Very beautiful but definitely not worth the price.

[@aWanderlustForLife]

The official bus (from their website) is €72 for 2 people from the RAI. Even less from Schiphol, but ultimately each person has to determine what it's worth for them.

[@willemh3319]

outside are more flowers for free but stay out of the fields do not walk into them

[@aWanderlustForLife]

A video on the fields (and where to take those pictures) is coming this week 😁

[@HasanSan-fj1lk]

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[@brynnkohler4084]

This is a site and topic taht you had no basis to comment on the content of Keukenhof. You have no horticultural knowledge. Stick to the tourist scheduling, packages and time tables. Ecchk. Awful.

[@hippowafflesify]

shes so short

[@aWanderlustForLife]

I'm aware.

[@harshtrivedi700]

Poor narration quality