Exploring Keukenhof: A Wheelchair-Friendly Guide to the Most Beautiful Spring Garden

Every spring, from the last week of March till the second week of May, Keukenhof opens its doors to visitors from all over the globe. Known as one of the most beautiful spring gardens in the world, this park in The Netherlands showcases around seven million tulips of up to 800 types.

Are you planning your visit to Keukenhof and want to know if it is wheelchair accessible? In this guide, you will find clear and simple information. We explain what to expect, how to prepare, when to visit, and how to enjoy a relaxed and comfortable day among the flowers.

Planning a wheelchair accessible Keukenhof visit? This guide covers everything you need to know for a smooth day at the world-famous Dutch tulip garden.

• Open March 19 to May 10, 2026, from 8 AM to 7 PM
• Wide, paved paths and step-free entrances
• Wheelchair rental available (€5, reserve ahead of time as ‘add-on’ when booking tickets)
• Accessible toilets across the park
• Transport, parking, and ticket tips included
• Notes on limited-access attractions (windmill, boat tour)

Perfect for travelers who want a relaxed, well-prepared, and fully accessible Keukenhof experience.

The history of Keukenhof goes back to the 15th century. Countess Jacoba van Beieren used the land as a hunting area for the castle kitchen of Slot Teylingen, which is located about 6 km southwest of Keukenhof. In 1641, Keukenhof Castle was built on the land and later, in 1857, the landscape architects Jan David Zocher and Louis Paul Zocher redesigned the gardens in an English style. Their design still forms the basis of the park today.

One year before its opening to the public in 1950, a group of bulb growers decided to use the estate to show their spring bulbs. As a result, Keukenhof became an instant success. Today, it is a world-famous spring attraction with millions of visitors every year.

Yes, Keukenhof is very accessible for wheelchair users. The park has wide and smooth paved asphalt or tile paths that make it easy to move around. Its two entrances are step-free and have wide ticket gates. Where needed, ramps make sure you can continue your route without barriers. In addition, as you can see in the right picture below, there are signposts indicating accessible facilities.

The gardens are spacious and well maintained, and you can explore most areas in your wheelchair. Whether you use a manual wheelchair, electric wheelchair, rollator, or mobility scooter, you can comfortably enjoy the many colors of the flowers on display.

Any type of wheelchair or mobility scooter is allowed into the park. If you wish to rent a manual wheelchair, you can visit the ticket shop. Please note availability is limited. To make sure a wheelchair is available for you during your visit, it is best to reserve one in advance. Renting a manual wheelchair costs €5 for the whole duration of your visit.

Please note that electric wheelchairs are not available for rent.

Keukenhof is located in Lisse, which is known as the heart of the Dutch flower region. The park is easy to reach by public transport or by car. Below, you can find the different travel options, including useful information about accessibility.

One option to travel is by using the KeukenhofBuzz. This bus departs from train stations in Amsterdam, Haarlem, Hoofddorp or Leiden, and takes you straight to Keukenhof.

If you use a wheelchair, you can travel on the bus as long as it fits within the European size guidelines, of which the maximum dimensions are the following:

• 120 cm long
• 70 cm wide
• 109 cm high

Please be aware that there is only space for one wheelchair per bus, and availability cannot be guaranteed. However, wheelchair users do have priority over strollers. Another good thing to know is that wheelchairs are belted during the journey.

It is possible to buy your transport tickets separately, or in combination with entrance tickets to Keukenhof. You can find more information about the KeukenhofBuzz and ticket prices on the official Keukenhof website.

You can also reach Keukenhof by car. There are about 5,000 parking spaces available, divided into P1 and P2. At either of the parking lots you can inform staff when entering the parking area that you are a wheelchair user or have difficulty walking. They will direct you to a parking space closer to the entrance.

If you are travelling by camper (longer than 5 meters), park in parking lot P2. You will need a special camper parking ticket, and availability is limited. It is recommended to purchase your tickets in advance online. Please note that overnight stays are not allowed in the parking area, and the car park closes at 7:00 PM.

Here you can find an overview of parking ticket prices for 2026:

If you would like to avoid the stress of planning transport, parking, and accessibility details, consider booking a wheelchair accessible Keukenhof tour. With everything arranged for you, including transport, you can simply relax and enjoy your visit to Keukenhof without worrying about the logistics.

Do you prefer to explore the spring gardens by yourself? Choose for an accessible transfer with a private, adapted vehicle to make the journey from your cruise port or city center accommodation as comfortable as possible! Contact us for more information.

During the spring season of 2026, the park is open from 8 AM to 7 PM. Besides marvelous colors of millions of flowers, Keukenhof offers several additional activities. Additionally, they also host multiple events throughout the season, such as flower shows or the Holland Heritage Weekend.

Although most of Keukenhof is easy to explore with a wheelchair, a few attractions have limitations. Therefore, it is helpful to know in advance what is and is not accessible. This way, you can plan your visit with confidence and avoid disappointment.

The historic windmill is one of the park’s highlights. You can walk or roll up to the windmill area using the paved paths. The surroundings are accessible, and you can enjoy beautiful views of the nearby flower fields from ground level.

However, the inside of the mill and the viewing platform at the top are not accessible for wheelchair users or visitors with walking difficulties as you need to climb stairs to reach the top.

Even though you cannot access the platform as a wheelchair user, you can still take great photos of the mill and the flower fields from the accessible paths around it.

The 45-minute electric whisper boat tour takes visitors through the flower bulb region around the park. The departure point is located behind the windmill and can be reached via accessible paths. However, there is no possibility of taking a wheelchair on board. The boats are not equipped with ramps or secure wheelchair spaces. You will need to transfer from your wheelchair to the boat seat to join this boat tour.

Please note that transferring from a wheelchair into the boat requires stepping down into the vessel. The difference in level is quite big. The same goes for transferring back to your wheelchair from the boat after the tour.

Tickets for the boat tour are sold separately and cost:

• € 11,00 for adults
• € 5,50 for children aged 4-17
• Free of charge for children aged 3 and younger

It is possible to rent bicycles at the parking area near the main entrance. However, cycling is only allowed around Keukenhof, and not inside the park. Additionally, please note that there are no wheelchair bikes nor hand bikes or special mobility cycles available.

Keukenhof is very family friendly. For children, the park offers a playground, a maze, stepping stones on the lake, an animal meadow, and a scavenger hunt. Although most paths leading to these areas are paved and accessible, there are some things to be aware of regarding the accessibility of these areas:

• Playground: the surface is sandy and can make moving through it difficult
• Maze: the pathway is generally firm, but turning space may be limited in some sections
• Stepping stones: unfortunately, these are not wheelchair accessible

This year, you can visit this amazing park full of Dutch tulips from March 19th to May 10th of 2026. The park is open daily from 8 AM to 7 PM, including Sundays and holidays.

Would you rather visit next year? Unfortunately, there are no official opening dates available for the future editions of Keukenhof, but the park usually opens to visitors from mid-March to mid-May.

Because tickets are valid for a specific date and time slot, quantities are limited. This system helps control visitor numbers and makes the park more comfortable for everyone. If you want to make sure you will be able to enter the park, it is a good idea to book your tickets online in advance.

On average, visitors stay about three hours, but you can stay as long as you like until the park’s closing time. Moreover, the park is usually quieter before 10:30 AM and after 4:00 PM. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays are often less busy.

Below, you can find an overview of ticket prices for the season of 2026:

If you wish, you can also book separate tickets for the extra activities offered at Keukenhof, such as the Whisper Boat, bike rental, or wheelchair rental. You can book these on-site or online before your visit to make sure tickets are available and you can on your desired date.

Keukenhof has several restrooms available across the gardens, including wheelchair accessible toilets. You will find them at the entrance and in multiple restaurants. The accessible toilets have grab rails on both sides of the toilet, and a side transfer is possible. In addition, there is normally enough space to fully turn in a wheelchair. Please note that there are no Changing Places toilets in the park.

In addition to restrooms, the park offers free WiFi, lockers near the entrance, a lost and found service, and many places to eat and drink. It is good to know that all payments inside Keukenhof are cashless, so you can only pay by debit or credit card in the park.

Are you ready to visit these wonderful spring gardens? Contact us to arrange your transfer or wheelchair accessible tour. We are more than happy to help!