What is De Tulperij?
De Tulperij is the family flower farm of Daan and Anja Jansze in Voorhout. Rather than being a large theme attraction, it gives visitors a more personal introduction to flower growing in the Dutch Bulb Region. You can walk through the show garden, see many varieties of spring bulbs, relax in the greenhouse, buy local products and flower-related gifts, and learn more about how tulips, narcissi and dahlias are grown.
The farm is especially useful for travellers who want to combine several different experiences in one stop: flowers, photography, picking, food and drink, shopping and farm stories. The atmosphere is smaller-scale and more agricultural than Keukenhof, so the two experiences complement each other well.
Do you need a ticket for De Tulperij?
No ticket is needed for general access or the show garden. You do need a separate paid ticket if you want to join the organised photo visit inside the commercial production field. Tulips picked in the picking garden are paid for separately.
Things to do at De Tulperij
Walk through the show garden
See thousands of spring flowers and many different tulip shapes and colours, plus narcissi and hyacinths.
Take photos in the production field
Reserve a timed experience for access to a working tulip and narcissus field with a member of the farm team.
Pick your own tulips
When the picking garden is open, choose your own tulips and pay for your bouquet in the greenhouse.
Join a farm excursion
Hear how bulbs are grown, how the Bollenstreek developed and what happens behind the scenes on a flower farm.
Book a workshop
Seasonal creative workshops include flower-themed painting, ceramics, arranging, bulb planting and photography.
Greenhouse café & terrace
Stop for coffee, tea, drinks, cakes and seasonal treats overlooking the flowers.
The free tulip and spring-flower show garden
The show garden is one of the best reasons to visit De Tulperij even if you do not book a paid activity. In spring, the garden displays a wide mix of tulips, narcissi, hyacinths and other spring bulbs. The farm also describes a dedicated narcissus show garden developed with CNB, featuring more than 200 varieties.
Visitors can walk along the paths, compare colours and flower shapes and use the garden as inspiration for their own garden or balcony. The show garden is free to visit.
Good to know: the show garden and the production field are not the same thing. The show garden is open to visitors; the commercial production field can only be entered as part of the paid photo experience or another authorised activity.
Photos in the tulip field: tickets, prices and how it works
If you want the classic photograph standing among rows of tulips, De Tulperij offers controlled access to its production field. This is different from entering a random roadside field: visitors are taken to the field by the farm and can enjoy the flowers without ignoring private-property rules.
The published experience gives visitors more than 45 minutes in the production field. A member of staff accompanies the group, so there is also an opportunity to ask questions about tulip cultivation.
| Ticket | Currently published price | What it is for |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | €8 | Timed access to the production field for photographs |
| Child 4–12 | €6 | Timed access to the production field for photographs |
Arrive at the meeting point in the large barn around five minutes before your time slot. Prices and availability can change, so confirm the details on the booking page before paying.
Can you pick tulips at De Tulperij?
Yes. De Tulperij has a tulip picking garden where visitors can create their own bouquet when the flowers are ready. You do not pay a separate entrance fee for the picking garden; the tulips you choose are paid for in the greenhouse.
The picking season is controlled by nature. Warmth, cold, rain and sunshine all influence flowering, so the farm cannot guarantee that picking is available every day of the spring season. If this is an important part of your visit, check De Tulperij's latest flowering updates shortly before you travel.
Visitors receive care advice for keeping the tulips fresh at home. It is an easy activity for couples, friends and families with children.
Creative workshops at De Tulperij
De Tulperij also runs creative workshops during the flowering seasons. The exact programme, dates and availability change through the year, so workshops should be seen as bookable seasonal events rather than a walk-in activity that is available every day.
If you are looking for a painting activity, the currently published programme includes painting a glass vase with flowers and decorative gold leaf. Other workshops listed by De Tulperij include:
Paint a flower vase
Decorate a round or conical glass vase with paint and finish it with decorative gold leaf under professional guidance. Materials plus coffee or tea and a choice of cake are included in the published workshop format.
Dot painting on porcelain
Decorate tableware with a dot-painting technique. The workshop can also be arranged for groups, subject to the farm's current schedule.
Pick dahlias & arrange a bouquet
During the dahlia season, selected workshops combine picking flowers with learning how to create a spiral-bound bouquet.
Bulb lasagna workshop
Choose tulips, narcissi, hyacinths and crocuses and plant them in layers, creating a container designed for a long sequence of spring flowers.
Flower embroidery & creative crafts
The programme can include embroidery and other seasonal flower-inspired creative sessions led by specialist instructors.
Dahlia photography workshop
Selected dates may include photography instruction for experienced nature photographers during the dahlia season.
Workshop dates are seasonal. The workshop examples above are based on the programme currently published by De Tulperij. Check the official workshop calendar for the latest 2027 dates, prices, minimum group sizes and registration instructions.
Food and drinks at De Tulperij
You do not need to leave immediately after seeing the flowers. De Tulperij has a cosy greenhouse café and a sunny terrace. The greenhouse also makes a useful indoor stop when the spring weather is cool or wet.
The published menu includes coffee, tea and soft drinks as well as wine, a local tulip beer and a tulip cocktail. Sweet options include artisan apple pie, homemade vegan banana bread, meringue-pecan cake, freshly baked stroopwafels and seasonal specials. Gluten-free cake options are also mentioned by the farm.
This makes De Tulperij easy to use as a relaxed coffee-and-cake stop during a cycling route or a longer day combining Keukenhof with the flower fields.
Shop: bulbs, tubers, souvenirs and local products
The shop sells more than typical tourist souvenirs. Depending on the season, visitors can find flower bulbs and tubers from growers in the Bollenstreek, seeds, potted flowers, vases, seasonal decorations, local products and gifts.
Spring is also a useful time to see varieties growing in the show garden before deciding what you might like at home. De Tulperij states that dahlia tubers are sold in spring, while spring-flowering bulbs can be selected in the shop during the later dahlia season for autumn planting.
De Tulperij opening hours in 2027
The published 2027 tulip season runs from 18 March through 9 May 2027. De Tulperij is scheduled to be open daily from 09:00 until 17:30, including Sundays and public holidays.
18 March – 9 May 2027
Spring opening period currently published by De Tulperij.
09:00 – 17:30
Open seven days a week, including Sundays and holidays.
1–2 hours
A practical allowance for the garden, café and shop; longer for a field visit, excursion or workshop.
Parking at De Tulperij
Free parking at the flower farm
De Tulperij states that visitors can park cars and bicycles on site free of charge. The access road, Oude Herenweg, is narrow, so drive slowly and be prepared to give way to oncoming traffic.
Campers and caravans cannot park at De Tulperij.
The NetherlandsUse the signed access road and allow extra travel time during busy tulip-season weekends.
Bus tours to De Tulperij from Amsterdam
Yes, you can visit De Tulperij as part of an organised coach tour from Amsterdam. This is one of the easiest options if you do not want to drive, cycle or work out public transport through the Bollenstreek yourself.
Keukenhof + De Tulperij + Windmill Cruise
Hop On Hop Off Holland operates a spring day trip that combines a behind-the-scenes visit to the tulip farm with a 60-minute windmill cruise and admission to Keukenhof. Transport between the stops is by coach, and the tour departs from THIS IS HOLLAND at Overhoeksplein in Amsterdam, a short free ferry ride from Amsterdam Central Station.
The tulip-farm part of the programme is more than a quick photo stop: guests learn about flower-bulb growing and get an organised opportunity to see and photograph the flower fields. After the morning programme, the tour continues to Keukenhof, with flexible return options to Amsterdam on the scheduled coaches.
Coach groups and tour operators
De Tulperij also welcomes tour operators, coach groups and organised group visits. The farm can arrange a programme around the time available, including a guided flower-field or dahlia-garden visit, time for photographs, the show garden, coffee or tea with homemade cake, the bulb and souvenir shop and the terrace.
The official tour-operator information states that there is plenty of parking and that the farm is easy to reach from the main roads. However, the final approach along Oude Herenweg is narrow, so coach visits should be arranged in advance with De Tulperij. Group enquiries can be sent to info@detulperij.nl.
How to get to De Tulperij
By car
From the A44, take the Noordwijkerhout/Sassenheim exit toward the N208, continue toward Noordwijkerhout via the N443 and turn onto Oude Herenweg. Follow the signs for De Tulperij. The final road is narrow.
By bicycle
De Tulperij lies between cycle junctions 55 and 58, making it easy to include in a ride through the Bollenstreek. See our tulip-field cycling routes for ideas.
By public transport
The official visitor information recommends bus 50 to the Engelenbuurt stop in Lisse, followed by a walk of about 15 minutes. Public transport can be busier during peak tulip season, so leave extra time for your journey.
Wheelchairs, pushchairs, dogs and practical facilities
| Question | What to know |
|---|---|
| Wheelchair access | The greenhouse, terrace and paths around the show garden are accessible. The production field is unpaved and can be more difficult depending on weather and ground conditions. |
| Pushchairs | Pushchairs can use the greenhouse, terrace and show-garden paths. The field itself is unpaved. |
| Toilets | Yes. Visitor toilets are available on site. Published visitor information does not clearly specify the exact accessible-toilet facilities, so contact De Tulperij in advance if you need a particular accessible toilet setup. |
| Dogs | Dogs are welcome when kept on a leash. |
| Campers / caravans | They cannot park on site. |
| Bad weather | The greenhouse café and shop provide an indoor stop, while flower-field activities remain weather-dependent. |
Are there toilets at De Tulperij?
Yes, there are visitor toilets at De Tulperij. This is useful for families, cyclists and guests arriving on organised bus tours. If you specifically need a fully accessible toilet or another accessibility facility, it is sensible to confirm the current setup with the farm before travelling.
Is De Tulperij good for children?
Yes, particularly for families that like hands-on activities. Children can walk through the show garden, help choose flowers in the picking garden when it is open and learn where tulips come from. The visit is compact enough to combine with another attraction on the same day.
Families should remember that De Tulperij is a real working flower farm. Keep children on the visitor paths and follow staff instructions when entering any production area.
Combine De Tulperij with Keukenhof, Tulip Experience or The Tulip Barn
De Tulperij fits naturally into a day exploring the wider tulip region. It offers a different experience from the large landscaped gardens of Keukenhof and from purpose-built visitor attractions such as Tulip Experience Amsterdam and The Tulip Barn.
| Place | Best for | Typical style |
|---|---|---|
| De Tulperij | Farm atmosphere, picking, show garden, workshops | Family-run working flower farm |
| Keukenhof | Landscaped gardens, pavilions, large displays | Major spring garden |
| Tulip Experience Amsterdam | Tulip story, museum-style experience, garden | Dedicated tulip visitor attraction |
| The Tulip Barn | Photo spots and walking among tulips | Colourful tulip garden attraction |
If you are travelling from Amsterdam and prefer transport to be organised, see the bus-tour options above or our full guide to the Keukenhof, De Tulperij & Windmill Cruise day tour.
Frequently asked questions about De Tulperij
When is De Tulperij open in 2027?
The tulip season is scheduled from 18 March through 9 May 2027. Opening hours are 09:00–17:30 daily, including Sundays and public holidays.
Is De Tulperij free?
General access and the show garden are free. The production-field photo experience is ticketed, and you pay separately for flowers you pick or purchases in the café and shop.
How much does the tulip-field photo experience cost?
The currently published price is €8 for adults and €6 for children aged 4–12. Check the booking page before visiting because prices can change.
Can I walk into the tulip field?
Only with permission as part of the organised field experience. Do not enter private production fields independently.
Can I pick my own tulips?
Yes, when the picking garden is open and flowers are available. You pay for the tulips in the greenhouse.
Is parking free?
Yes. Cars and bicycles can park free of charge. Campers and caravans cannot park on site.
Are there toilets at De Tulperij?
Yes. Visitor toilets are available on site. If you require a specific accessible-toilet setup, contact De Tulperij in advance because the published visitor information does not describe the exact accessible-toilet facilities.
Can I visit De Tulperij on a bus tour from Amsterdam?
Yes. Hop On Hop Off Holland offers a full-day coach tour combining De Tulperij with a windmill cruise and Keukenhof. It departs from THIS IS HOLLAND in Amsterdam. De Tulperij also accepts organised group and tour-operator visits by prior arrangement.
Can I eat or drink at De Tulperij?
Yes. There is a greenhouse café and terrace with coffee, tea, cold drinks, cakes and other seasonal treats.
Does De Tulperij offer workshops?
Yes. The seasonal programme includes creative flower-related workshops. Dates and subjects change, so check the official workshop calendar before planning your visit around one.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes, as long as they are kept on a leash.
Is De Tulperij wheelchair accessible?
The greenhouse, terrace and paths by the show garden are accessible. The flower field is unpaved and conditions can vary.
How long should I allow?
For the free garden, café and shop, around 1–2 hours is a comfortable allowance. Add more time if you book the field photo visit, a farm excursion or a workshop.
Reserve a De Tulperij flower-field visit
General entry remains free. Book a timed ticket if you want authorised access to the production field for photographs.
Book De Tulperij field ticketsVisitor information checked 6 October 2026. Opening hours, parking, field-ticket information, picking rules, café details and workshop examples are based on the latest published information from De Tulperij's tulip-season page, visitor information, shop & horeca page workshop calendar, tour-operator information, Hop On Hop Off Holland tour information and Flower Tour's facility listing. Flowering, prices, tour schedules and workshop dates can change.
