Plan Your Visit

2026 Season Dates & Information: Windmill Island Gardens will open for the 2026 season on Monday, April 13 and be open 7 days a week through early fall. The park opens at 9:30am with last admission sold at 5pm. Admission during our regular season (other than Tulip Time or special events) is $13 for adults and $6 for children 3-15 (2 & under are free.)

Tulip Time (May 1-10, 2026) Hours & Admission Rates: During Tulip Time, admission hours are extended with the park open at 9am with last admission sold at 6pm. Please note that this is a busy time and onsite parking may not always be available. Admission is only sold onsite, not in advance.

Weekday (Monday-Friday) admission price during Tulip Time is $15 for adults and $7 for children 3-15 (2 & under are free.)

Weekend (Saturday & Sunday) admission price during Tulip Time is $20 for adults and $10 for children 3-15 (2 & under are free.)

Peak Bloom Week (July 19-25): By the end of July our display of annuals and perennials is looking amazing! We invite you to check out the Island during Peak Bloom Week to see a spectacular show of color. Our horticulture staff plants over 5,000 annuals in 80+ varieties throughout 40 beds and 70 containers. This is In addition to the wide variety of perennials throughout the gardens.

Holland Residents: Holland residents are admitted free of charge with their Holland, MI drivers license with the exception of Tulip Time and special events.

Group Rates: Group rates are available for pre-registered & pre-paid groups of 20+ people. During Tulip Time, all members of the group must arrive in one vehicle (due to parking restrictions.) To register your group, send us an email at windmill@cityofholland.com or call (616) 355-1030. Visit our Group Tours page for more information.

Windmill Island Gardens Description

A beautiful oasis on the edge of downtown Holland, Windmill Island Gardens features an original working Dutch windmill named "De Zwaan" (the Swan) brought over from the Netherlands in 1964. The windmill, which reaches 125 feet from the ground to the top of the blades, towers over 36 acres of gardens, dikes, canals, and picnic areas. Currently, self-guided tours of the windmill are available during open hours.

Features

The 'Four Columns' Street organ - a gift from the City of Amsterdam to the City of Holland
Antique Dutch Carousel featuring hand-carved and painted wooden horses.
Dozens of varieties of annuals and perennials in bloom throughout the season.
Children’s Garden
Gift Shop featuring local and Dutch souvenirs
Little Netherlands Village Display
Picnic Areas
Playground
The Posthouse Visitor Center is an exact replica of a 14th-century wayside Inn.
Over 175,000 tulips bloom in the spring. In the summer and early fall, dozens of varieties of annual and perennial plants and flowers decorate the grounds.

Time Spent at Windmill Island Gardens

With 30+ acres and many attractions to explore, we'd encourage you to allow 2+ hours for your visit. At Tulip Time, more time may be required due to crowds.

Accessibility

Most of the 36-acre park is accessible on foot or by wheelchair. However, the windmill is about 1/4 of a mile from the entrance and reaching the upper floors requires climbing stairs. A video tour of the entire windmill plays on a loop in the Post House Visitor Center for those interested.

Additionally, the terrain of some garden and natural areas may not be navigable for those with limited mobility. Wheelchairs are available for onsite use during our regular season (please inquire at Visitor Services in the Post House.)

Pet Friendly

Pets are allowed during our regular season with the exclusion of the Windmill and gift shop due to food processing. Pets will need to be leashed and picked up after. We have Doggie-Pot bag dispensers available to our visitors around the park. Please note that there may be restrictions on pets during special events including the Run of the Mill 5k and Magic at the Mill.

Drones

Only drone operations that strictly follow all FAA regulations are permitted. Drone operations must be flown within Visual Line of Sight and not flown directly over people. Operators must adhere to either 49 USC 44809 (Recreational) or 14 CFR Part 107 (Civil). Operators must show their Part 107 Card or FAA TRUST training certificate upon request.

American Public Gardens Association & the American Horticultural Society

Windmill Island Gardens is a member of the American Public Gardens Association and American Horticultural Society. A current Windmill Island Gardens, American Horticultural Society or other participating garden membership entitles you to special reciprocal admission privileges and discounts at 300+ gardens! (Please note that reciprocal admission to Windmill Island Gardens does NOT apply during Tulip Time and other special events.)

Click HERE for more information on becoming a Windmill Island Gardens member.