Lisse is a village of flower bulb growers. It’s is a city southwest of Amsterdam, not far from Haarlem, Leiden and The Hague. From the end of March to mid-May, countless tulips of all colors bloom in huge fields. One of the most popular attractions in the region is the Keukenhof, which is a floral paradise at this time of the year and countless people flock to these places every year.
But there is also much more to discover in the community of 22,000 residents. Among other things, a pretty cute city center, church, museum and many excursion destinations. The nearest train station is Sassenheim which takes around 20 minutes by bus to the center or you can take the bus directly from Amsterdam to Lisse which takes around 50 minutes. When you arrive in Lisse, the best way to get around is definitely by bike or on foot.
walking through colorful tulip fields
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You can come to Lisse from various cities and villages in the Netherlands. From Amsterdam Central you can take the train or bus. The journey takes about an hour. There are also many excursion tours, including to Keukenhof.
The best time to visit the tulips in Lisse is usually between mid-March and the end of April.
The place is particularly crowded during the tulip blooming period. Accommodation is usually very expensive. When it comes to food and entrance fees, Lisse is more or less average for Western Europe.
Accommodation in Lisse and the surrounding area is very expensive, especially during the tulip bloom. That’s why we recommend a day trip here.
