
The tulip fields surrounding Keukenhof are a major crowd puller each spring for visitors from around the world. From the flower park you can take a 45-minute boat trip along the Dutch flower fields north of the park. From the water you have a great view of the fields and hear the story of tulip cultivation.
Boat trip along the tulip fields at Keukenhof

In Keukenhof you can enjoy the beautiful tulip gardens and other spring flowers, but did you know that Keukenhof is located between the most beautiful flower fields in the Netherlands? From the flower park you can also take a wonderful boat trip along the tulip fields. This trip takes 45 minutes and guarantees beautiful pictures. Note: this tour is not included in your Keukenhof ticket and must be booked as an extra.
Electric whisper boats Keukenhof

In order not to disturb the nature too much, the tour is carried out with noiseless electrically powered canal boats. You will sail silently through the beautiful Dutch flower landscape. You sail peacefully along the endless flower fields. The whisper boats are suitable for young and old. It is important, however, that you are able to get in and out yourself (with a little help). Wheelchairs are unfortunately not allowed on the boats.
Keukenhof highlights boat trip
- 45-minute cruise along the flower fields at Keukenhof
- Noiseless electric canal boats
Departure location boat tour in Keukenhof

The whisper boat leaves behind the Keukenhof windmill in the flower park. From that location you sail along the most beautiful flower fields of the Netherlands.
Tickets for the Keukenhof boat trip
The Keukenhof tour is not included with your Keukenhof ticket. In previous seasons, you had to buy tickets in the park itself and wait to see if there was still room. In 2025, the canal cruise cannot be booked through our website. Tickets are available at the mill in Keukenhof flower park.
Prices boat trip tickets (excl. entrance Keukenhof)
Please note! The prices below do not include the entrance to Keukenhof. Because the departure location of the boat is in Keukenhof, an entrance ticket to the flower park is required.
Keukenhof boattrip | Price | |
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Adults (12+) | € 10.00 | available in Keukenhof |
Children (4-11) | € 5.00 | available in Keukenhof |
Children (0-3) | Free |
Keukenhof tickets
For Keukenhof, it is also mandatory to reserve a ticket for the day you want to visit the flower park.
Keukenhof ticket | Price | |
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Adults (18+) | € 20.50 | Buy Tickets |
Kids (4-17) | € 9.00 | Buy Tickets |
Kids (0-3) | Free | |
Parking ticket | from € 10.00 | Buy Tickets |
Rental Bike Keukenhof | € 11.00 | Buy Tickets |
Combi ticket Keukenhof + Bus | € 31.50 | More info |
Our tips for visiting the flowers in Holland
- Rent a bike at Keukenhof and explore the flower fields by bike
- Read all about the famous Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse
- How to travel to Keukenhof Gardens in Holland
- Take a Keukenhof boat tour along the flowerfields
- Visit a tulip farm with the Tulip Farm + Keukenhof tour from Amsterdam
- Check out the spectacular helicopter flights above the flower fields
- Enjoy your stay in on of our top 10 hotels near Keukenhof & Tulip fields
- See the world famous Keukenhof Flower Parade on April 12 2025
- Wanna know when the tulips in Holland are blooming?
Tips Bollenstreek
Enjoy Holland during your visit of the most beautiful holiday region of the Netherlands. View our tips below and come and enjoy.
- Breathe in the healthy sea air and enjoy the Holland Beach & Dunes
- Enjoy the colorful Dutch Flower Fields and Keukenhof
- Discover the real Netherlands in the Dutch Polders & Lake area
- A day to a city? Choose one of the many Dutch cities around the Bollenstreek.
- A day off? Read our Tips for a Day Out?
- Take a look at one of the many museums in and around the Bollenstreek
- Fancy an active day? Enjoy one of the free cycle routes and hiking routes