Netherlands Tours in April 2026

What our customers ask about Netherlands Tours in April 2026

• What makes April special for visiting the Netherlands?

  April marks the height of tulip season when Keukenhof Gardens bursts into color with more than 7 million blooming bulbs. The month culminates in King's Day on April 27th when Amsterdam's streets fill with locals dressed in orange celebrating the national holiday. The Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam South provides convenient access to both the gardens and city celebrations. As one TourRadar traveler noted "visiting in April was perfect timing - the tulips were in full bloom and the gardens were absolutely breathtaking!"

• Which river cruise routes are best in Netherlands during April?

  Dutch waterway cruises between Amsterdam and Rotterdam offer front-row views of the spring landscape. Ships like the AMADEUS Queen navigate past Kinderdijk's windmills and through tulip regions. Many operators including Avalon Waterways and Uniworld extend their routes to Belgian cities like Antwerp and Bruges. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The river cruise from Amsterdam to Rotterdam gave us amazing views of tulip fields and traditional Dutch landscapes in full spring bloom."

• What are the best day trips from Amsterdam in April?

  Spring day trips focus on the flowering countryside including Keukenhof Gardens the historic windmills of Zaanse Schans and fishing villages like Volendam and Marken. The A-Train Hotel Amsterdam helps guests arrange transportation to these seasonal highlights. A TourRadar traveler noted "Don't miss the combination of tulip fields and historic windmills - April offers perfect photo opportunities at both."

• What special events and festivals can I experience in Netherlands during April?

  April fills the Dutch calendar with cultural events. Keukenhof Gardens displays its 79 acres of spring flowers while Gouda's traditional Thursday cheese market begins its season. The month ends with King's Day celebrations that turn Amsterdam's canals into floating parties. One TourRadar traveler shared "The Netherlands are so very beautiful and the Tulip Festival was the cherry on top of the cake! Every moment was exciting!"

• What are the best cities to visit in Netherlands during April?

  Amsterdam serves as the main gateway with accommodations like Hotel Mai Amsterdam. The flower fields surround nearby Haarlem known for its historic architecture. Rotterdam offers modern design and harbor tours while medieval Enkhuizen houses the open-air Zuiderzee Museum. A TourRadar traveler observed: "The combination of Amsterdam's cultural sites and smaller historic towns like Hoorn and Enkhuizen gave us a perfect mix of urban and traditional Dutch experiences."

• How crowded are tourist attractions in Netherlands during April?

  Tourist numbers peak in April during tulip season. Popular sites like Keukenhof Gardens and Amsterdam museums see their heaviest crowds especially midday. Book accommodations early whether at boutique properties like Hotel Zeeuws-Meisje in Zierikzee or the Best Western Plus City in Gouda. One TourRadar traveler suggests: "Visit museums early morning when it's less crowded and book skip-the-line tickets wherever possible."