Hello! I'm Mercedes.
  • About Me
  • Say Hello
  • Privacy Policy
  • Home
  • About
  • SHOP MY INSTAGRAM
  • Travel
    • Outfit guides
    • Belgium
    • France
    • Greece
  • Wearing
  • Lifestyle
  • Beauty
  • Contact

Mercedes Constantine

Travel, style and adventures abroad from an expat in Amsterdam

Amsterdam, Travel · March 10, 2025

A local’s guide to the tulip fields in Amsterdam

A local's guide to the tulip fields in Amsterdam - Mercedes Constantine

expat in Amsterdam, what to wear in tulip fields, blogger photo inspiration, spring photo ideas, spring blog post ideas, Amsterdam blogger, tulip field outfits, cottage core, what to wear in Amsterdam, flower field photo, girl in a tulip field in a white dress, summer white dress ideas, flower field outfit ideas

I was never much of a tulip fan, but relocating to the Netherlands has changed my perspective. There are so many gorgeous varieties we rarely see in the states, and visiting the tulip fields is one of the best experiences I’ve had as a local in Amsterdam. When tulip season is in full swing, you can visit the fields which are packed with rows of red, pink, orange, yellow, and white blooms. And the best part is that there are fields just outside of the city, so you don’t have to venture far! Here is a local’s guide to the tulip fields in Amsterdam.

xx,
Mercedes


A local's guide to the tulip fields in Amsterdam - Mercedes Constantine

expat in Amsterdam, what to wear in tulip fields, blogger photo inspiration, spring photo ideas, spring blog post ideas, Amsterdam blogger, tulip field outfits, cottage core, what to wear in Amsterdam, flower field photo, girl in a tulip field in a white dress, summer white dress ideas, flower field outfit ideas, French lifestyle

the basics

Tulips are grown in a lot of areas in the Netherlands, but the most famous spots are actually near Amsterdam! Bollsnstreek (or “bulb region”) is an area of countryside that stretches from Haarlem to The Hague, and is home to many tulip fields including the famous Keukenhof gardens.

Keukenhof

Keukenhof is the most famous place to see tulips outside of Amsterdam. It’s more of a structured garden vs. a traditional tulip field, but it’s really beautiful to see. They also have other activities like a hedge maze, so you could spend a whole afternoon there.

De Tulperij

De Tulperij is one of the few real tulip fields that is open to the public, and they also provide an interesting lesson on the tulip’s growth cycle. It’s also just a few miles from Keukenhof if you wanted to visit both in one day and ride your bike between the two. De Tulperij also offers visits to their dahlia fields in late summer / early fall.

Amsterdam city

If you aren’t able to visit the fields outside of the city, you’re in luck. Amsterdam actually plants a ton of tulips around the city center, including in the canal district and on the pond outside of the Rijksmuseum. You can also make a stop at the Bloemenmarkt, which is the world’s only floating flower market, to bring some tulip bulbs home.

Some important advice…

Most importantly, please make sure you have permission from the farmers to enter their fields. This is their livelihood, and tourists who aren’t careful can ruin crops of these beautiful flowers.

A local's guide to the tulip fields in Amsterdam - Mercedes Constantine

expat in Amsterdam, what to wear in tulip fields, blogger photo inspiration, spring photo ideas, spring blog post ideas, Amsterdam blogger, tulip field outfits, cottage core, what to wear in Amsterdam, flower field photo, picnic in a flower field, summer white dress ideas, flower field outfit ideas

when to visit

Best Time of year

Tulip season can vary a lot by year depending on how harsh the winter is, but it’s usually early to mid April. If you’re planning a specific trip to the Netherlands to see the flowers, I would suggest visiting the second week of April. Some of the flowers may be a bit small, but at least one field will likely have blooms.

BEst time of day

The best time of day to visit the fields for photographs is in the morning or the evening during golden hour. The middle of the day is always crowded, and it’s difficult to get good photos with the harsh overhead sun. Luckily the Netherlands is overcast most of April (and sometimes even raining) which can actually result in better photos.

A local's guide to the tulip fields in Amsterdam - Mercedes Constantine

expat in Amsterdam, what to wear in tulip fields, blogger photo inspiration, spring photo ideas, spring blog post ideas, Amsterdam blogger, tulip field outfits, cottage core, what to wear in Amsterdam, flower field photo, girl in a tulip field in a white dress, summer white dress ideas, flower field outfit ideas

how to get there

Rent a car

If this is your first time visiting the fields, I highly recommend renting a car. This will give you the most flexibility, and you’ll be able to visit several different fields to see what’s blooming.

Public transportation

If you have one specific field in mind or live in Amsterdam, you can also take an Uber. You may need to wait 10-15 minutes to get picked back up, but I guarantee your driver will appreciate the views. 🙂 If you’re going specifically to Keukenhof, there is an inexpensive bus that will take you there direct from Schipol airport in about 20 minutes. Keukenhof also offers a “combiticket“, which includes your entrance fee + a ticket for public transportation.

By bike

If you’re really adventurous and want to feel like a local, you can ride a bike! However I do recommend taking public transportation at least part of the way, unless you’re a very experienced bike rider. The Netherlands is pretty flat, but it’s a two hour trip from the city each way.

A local's guide to the tulip fields in Amsterdam - Mercedes Constantine

expat in Amsterdam, what to wear in tulip fields, blogger photo inspiration, spring photo ideas, spring blog post ideas, Amsterdam blogger, tulip field outfits, cottage core, what to wear in Amsterdam, flower field photo, picnic in a flower field, summer white dress ideas, flower field outfit ideas

what to wear

As I mentioned, April is quite cold and rainy in the Netherlands. But we do get occasional days of sun! If you’re okay with chancing cold weather, I recommend a sundress in white or a complementary color. For example, if you are planning to see yellow fields, a pale blue dress or bright pink dress will stand out. For pink tulips, yellow looks really pretty.

The fields can get muddy if it’s rained recently, so it’s best to wear older tennis shoes or sandals that you don’t mind getting dirty.

Don’t forget accessories like a hat (to shade you from sun and/or keep away the rain) and straw bag. A clear umbrella is also practical, and heart-shaped sunglasses are a cute accessory. And lastly if you’re planning to spend the day, I also recommend bringing a blanket and packing a picnic!

DRESS IDEAS


ACCESSORIES



outfit details

The dress I’m wearing is sold out, and the hat is from a small shop in the south of France.
But I’ve found some other options here:
Similar white pinafore dress (or luxe option here) | similar ribbon hat

A local's guide to the tulip fields in Amsterdam - Mercedes Constantine

expat in Amsterdam, Netherlands travel ideas, tulip photo, spring blog post ideas, Amsterdam blogger,  flower field photo

Posted In: Amsterdam, Travel · Tagged: Amsterdam, spring travel, travel guide

Get the latest in your inbox

Subscribe to receive blog updates via email

You’ll Also Love

How to slay the après ski in Saint Anton
5 activities you don’t want to miss in Taormina
The 5 things you need to see in Casablanca & Marrakech

Comments

  1. Ruby Martinez says

    May 15, 2024 at 11:10 pm

    Would I be able to visit a tulip farm on my visit on May 17- May 20, 2024?

    Reply
    • mercedes.a.constantine says

      March 10, 2025 at 2:15 pm

      Hi there! I hope you were able to find a farm that allowed visitors for your trip. Otherwise, the city has plenty of gorgeous tulips and Keukenhof is always an option!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Next Post >

How to slay the après ski in Saint Anton

About Me
I'm Mercedes.
California native turned ex-pat, currently based in Amsterdam. Stay in touch for tips on travel, European style, and my latest adventures abroad.

Get the latest in your inbox

Subscribe to receive blog updates via email

mercedesconstantine

Expecting a little gift this December 🥰 Expecting a little gift this December 🥰
I will eventually get around to writing a guide on I will eventually get around to writing a guide on how to plan a bachelorette in Paris… but until then, just reminiscing ✨ 

Cheers to the beautiful bride @kelseyybarnes - I can’t wait to stand by your side in October!
SAVE this post for the best après ski spot in St. SAVE this post for the best après ski spot in St. Anton!

That’s officially a wrap on my first ski weekend - the skiing was not so successful but the après certainly was 😏🍹 

Make sure to try their signature shot, the Hot Widow (Heisse Witwe): plum liqueur with whipped cream and cinnamon!

📍 @mooserwirt_official
As of today, we are officially homeowners!! I nev As of today, we are officially homeowners!!

I never would have guessed that I would purchase my first home in Europe, but life is full of surprises. 🥰 From buying the house just a few weeks ago, to moving in tomorrow – it’s been quite a whirlwind!

And one of the best parts is embarking on the adventure of decorating… Leave me a comment below if you want to see more home content! ↓
MOROCCO 🇲🇦 My good friend @whatdanawore lo MOROCCO 🇲🇦 

My good friend @whatdanawore loves to travel as much as I do, and she recently spent 5 magical days in Morocco. 

When she shared the stories of her trip with me, I was immediately sold! Not only did I add Morocco to my list of must-travel places, but I knew it would make a great travel guide. 

So today on the blog I’m sharing my first guest post, written by Dana! Find it linked it my bio ↓
@mercedesconstantine 

xx
Dana & Mercedes

📍 @dardadacasablanca 
📸 @whatdanawore
Emu - but make it chic 🦢 SAVE this post for t Emu - but make it chic 🦢 

SAVE this post for the perfect trendy restaurant in Amsterdam for girls night. 

And yes, we love a theme ✨ 

Dress: @cultgaia 

📍 @kaiaamsterdam
The look I have eyeing all the Black Friday sales The look I have eyeing all the Black Friday sales this week 🖤 

In case you missed it, I’ve been posting curated picks from all the best Black Friday sales on my stories and on my blog. 

One of the items on sale is this leather jacket - I’ve had it for years and it RARELY goes on sale. You can pick it up now for 30% off!

Find the link for this jacket + all of my other favorites from @allsaints, @mango, @nastygal and more linked in my bio ↓
@mercedesconstantine 

And swipe to see some of the places I’ve worn it:
• Amsterdam
• Porto
• Florence
• Vienna
• Tokyo
• San Diego
• Ireland
• Prague

#blackfriday #blackfridaysale  #ltkeurope #ltksalealert
33. Cheers to a lucky year ✨ 📸 @jconstantin 33. Cheers to a lucky year ✨ 

📸 @jconstantine88 
📍 The Silent City, Malta
Fall fit 🍁 all items linked in my bio ↓ @merc Fall fit 🍁 all items linked in my bio ↓
@mercedesconstantine 

@shop.ltk #fallfit #fallstyle
#liketkit #LTKstyletip #LTKeurope #LTKSeasonal
I’ve got my eyes on you. 🐍 #halloween #hal I’ve got my eyes on you.

🐍 

#halloween #halloweenmakeup #halloweencostume #medusa
Follow on Instagram
  • Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2025 Mercedes Constantine · Theme by 17th Avenue