Looking for a fun and affordable outdoor activity for all ages? Travel about an hour north of Dallas, to visit Texas-Tulips!
Updated on March 16, 2021
My first visit to Texas Tulips was in March 2017! Ever since then, when spring rolls around, we know our trip to pick tulips isn't too far off.
Texas-Tulips now has two locations, one about an hour north of Dallas, TX and the second just east of San Antonio, TX. The Dallas season starts towards the end of February and lasts through the end of March or early April.
The seasons really depend on the weather though! I tend to go in the beginning of the season because rain and storms can cause the field to close early.
What to know before you go
- Texas Tulips Dallas is open Monday through Sunday from 10AM-8PM
- There's a $5 entrance fee
- Each stem is $2.50
- Parking is free
- They have picnic tables, restrooms, and concessions with snacks, candy, and soda
FAQ about Texas Tulips
What should I wear?
I’ve only been twice, a few years apart but I recommend wearing something comfortable and layer up!
Both times I visited the tulip field, it was cooler and windier than expected. I wore a dress the first year but decided to keep it casual this year with a pullover and leggings. You’ll see a mix of comfy clothes and trendy outfits.
Do I have to pick a minimum amount of tulips?
No way! The first time, I only picked one tulip. This year I picked five!
Can I bring a professional photographer?
Yep! Professional photographers will need to pay a $25 entrance fee but do not need to make appointments. Also, drones are not allowed.
Do you know of any discounts?
During the week, veterans and seniors receive a discount entrance fee of $7.50 per person that includes 3 tulips. Children under 12 months are free!
You-Pick Tulip Field
The coolest part about this whole operation is that YOU get to pick your tulips. Straight from the field! Grab one of the provided baskets and start wandering. Don't forget that each stem is $2.50 and picking is purchasing. When you are finished in the field, your tulips will be put in flower gel then wrapped in pretty paper.
It's so nice and relaxing out there because you truly feel like you've left North Texas. Before the season ends, I really encourage you to take a trip and "visit a little piece of Holland right here in Texas!"
Becki Svare
Wow! What a fantastic place to visit! I've never heard of pick your own Tulips!!
Jenna | The Urben Life
It's a great concept and place to visit! 🙂
Melanie S
Pick your own Tulips?! We have blueberry picking here in Florida (and oranges, of course), but definitely no tulip picking that I know of. That would be such a fun date day if we lived in Texas!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Yes, it's great! I would love to find a place to pick my own berries.
Kelsey
This is awesome! I have family in Plano, just outside of Dallas, I'm going to tell them about this tulip place!!
theurbenlife
Great! Yeah, it's not too far north of Plano. I just saw on their FB page that this is the last weekend of the 2017 season!
Engineer to SAHM (@fromengtosahm)
This is only 20 minutes from my house, and I had no idea! I'm going to have to make a trip up there soon!
theurbenlife
Awesome!!! It's such a fun day trip.
Katie @ Zen Life and Travel
Looks like a beautiful place to visit! Tulips are my favorite flower
theurbenlife
Yes, it was gorgeous!!
thefloridiangirl
How neat! I wish they had something like this in Florida near me. I love flowers and actually went this weekend and got some for our yard. But tulips are actually my fave flower! What a fun unique thing to do!
theurbenlife
It was super fun, hopefully you get a chance to visit some day - or a place similar! Aw, that sounds awesome. I can't wait to have a yard and outdoor garden.
thefloridiangirl
I hope to make it out that way one day! We just moved two weeks ago and we spent all morning today in our yard it was really relaxing and fun to spend time together fixing it up 🙂
theurbenlife
Yes, that does sound fun and relaxing!
fadedbluebird
What a great idea for a day out! I live in Oklahoma, but my Mama lives in Dallas....I just called her! Thank you for posting!
theurbenlife
That's great to hear! You're welcome 🙂
brushyneedle
This place is amazing! When I was in London for the first time I was going around and taking pictures of all the tulips instead of the building and all sights haha!
theurbenlife
Haha that's funny, I'm sure I would do the same!