Amsterdam Tulip Museum

The basics

The Amsterdam Tulip Museum makes for a nice stop when touring the Jordaan district of Amsterdam; or after a visit to the Anne Frank House, or Westerkerk Church. Admission is free with the I Amsterdam City Card, which also provides free admission to many of Amsterdam’s top attractions—as well as free public transport throughout the city. Visitors are welcome to browse the museum shop without paying the museum admission fee.

Things to know before you go

• A must-see for tulip fans and visitors interested in flowers and gardening.
• The museum is small, so expect to spend from 30–60 minutes here.
• The museum shop is a great place to find unique tulip bulbs and tulip-themed gifts.
• Enjoy free admission to the Amsterdam Tulip Museum with the I Amsterdam City Card.

How to get there

The museum is located just across the Prinsengracht canal from the Anne Frank House. From Amsterdam Central Station, take tram #13 or #17 to the Westermarkt stop, and then head north on Prisengracht. Driving is not recommended in central Amsterdam, but the closest public parking garage is Q-Park Europa Parking on Marnixstraat.

When to get there

The Amsterdam Tulip Museum is open year-round. The museum is small and can get crowded, so visit first thing in the morning before it gets too busy. Tulip season in Amsterdam runs from the end of March through mid-May and the tulip bloom typically peaks in the middle of April.

Best Places to See Tulips in Amsterdam

Dutch tulip season officially gets underway each year in January on National Tulip Day. Everyone is invited to pick their own tulip for free in Amsterdam’s Dam Square on this day. If you find yourself in Holland during spring, head out into the Dutch countryside to see the world-famous Dutch tulip fields blooming in Bollenstreek. The annual Amsterdam Tulip Festival takes place each April, where visitors will enjoy tulip displays across the city.

Ways to explore

While tickets for the Amsterdam Tulip Museum are affordably priced, you enjoy free entry with the I amsterdam City Card, which also includes admission to many of Amsterdam’s top attractions—as well as free public transport throughout the city. The all-inclusive version of the Go City Amsterdam pass also covers entry.

Visitors are welcome to browse the museum shop without paying the admission fee. Set in Amsterdam’s popular Jordaan neighborhood, it makes a pleasant stop after a visit to the Anne Frank House or the Westerkerk (Western Church) nearby.

Accessibility

The Amsterdam Tulip Museum is not accessible to travelers with disabilities.

Age limits

None

What to pack

It’s a rare week that a raincoat doesn’t come in handy in Amsterdam.

What to wear

Whatever the season, layers are key.

Not allowed

If you’re not an EU citizen, check your home country’s rules on importing plants before you splurge on tulip bulbs: The US and Canada require an official white sticker.

Amenities

The only amenity is a gift shop; go before you go, as there are no restrooms.

Address

The Amsterdam Tulip Museum is on the Prinsengracht canal in central Amsterdam, about a 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) walk west of Amsterdam Central station, or a 2-minute stroll from the Anne Frank House across the water.

Driving

Driving is not recommended in central Amsterdam. There’s very little parking and it is expensive—typically around €8 per hour.

Public transportation

From Amsterdam Central, take tram 2, 12, or 17 to Dam Square, then head west across the canals, and it’s less than a 10-minute walk.

Best times to visit

The Amsterdam Tulip Museum is open 10am to 6pm every day of the year except December 25 and King’s Day (April 27, or April 26 if April 27 falls on a Sunday).

Best days to visit

As with any Amsterdam attraction, midweek is better than weekends.

Best months to visit

Tulip fanciers should visit Amsterdam during the tulip season, which starts around mid-March and lasts until mid-May. The Tulip Festival runs through April.

Special events

The Amsterdam Tulip Museum doesn’t host special events, but if you’re visiting the area during April, check the date for the annual Dutch Flower Parade, which starts from Keukenhof Gardens.