10 Ideas for a Day Out in the Netherlands with Children

Looking to explore the Netherlands with children? Then look no further for lots of ideas for days out with the kids.

Kasteel de Haar

Kasteel de Haar in Utrecht is a great place for exploring with the kids.

During school holidays there are special activities for the kids.

The castle grounds are fabulous to run around in and get all that energy out. For more on the castle read: Kasteel De Haar in Utrecht.

NEMO Museum

This is a fantastic museum in Amsterdam for curious kids. Read: A Visit to the Science Center NEMO in Amsterdam.

Website: https://www.nemosciencemuseum.nl/en/

Efteling

Looking for an amusement park to take the kids to? Then the Efteling is probably one of the best in the Netherlands.

Read: De Efteling – A Dutch Theme Park.

Website: https://www.efteling.com/en

The Aviodrome in Lelystad

If you have little (or big, for that matter) plane enthusiasts in your family then the Aviodrome in Lelystad should definitely be on your list.

It’s part museum, part play area and rides. It’s aviation history and nostalgia at its best. And it’s lots of fun.

Read: When Travel Was Fun: The Aviodrome in Lelystad.

Website: http://www.aviodrome.nl

Museum of the Twentieth Century

This museum in Hoorn is great for children and adults alike. It’s a step back in time for adults and an eye opener for children. Remember your first computer? Oma’s funky brown wallpaper? The walkman you used to wear? It’s all here.

Read: A Day Out at the Museum of the Twentieth Century.

Website: http://www.museumhoorn.nl

Soestdijk Palace

 

 

This is the former home of Queen Juliana and the childhood home of Princess Beatrix (the present King’s mother). The royals lived here for around 60 years and you can tour the palace and take a stroll around the plentiful gardens and estate.

My boys loved exploring the grounds and there’s a speurtocht for kids, which they enjoyed doing.

There are special events on from time to time, such as open air film showings, concerts and exhibitions.

Website: https://www.paleissoestdijk.nl

Medemblik

We spent a long weekend in Medemblik and it didn’t disappoint. Of particular note are the Nederlands Stoommachine museum and the Bakkerijmuseum.

It’s a lovely area around the Ijjsselmeer, with nature galore and lots to do.

PIT Safety Museum, Almere

Everything police, ambulance and fire service related is in this museum in Almere. It looks at the history of the emergency services as well as the future.

It’s a great experience for kids and adults alike.

Website: https://www.pitveiligheid.nl/en

Sprookjeswonderland, Enkhuizen

This theme park is perfect for younger children (i.e don’t take your teens) with rides, play areas, shows and a sprookjesbos. Plenty to keep the kids amused for a day.

Website: https://sprookjeswonderland.nl/home/

The Beach

You can’t go wrong with taking the kids to the beach, weather permitting. The good news is there are lots of beaches to choose from in the Netherlands.

Read: 5 Beaches to Visit From The Hague

 

As you can see, there are so many varied things to do in the Netherlands with children. This is just the tip of the iceberg and this little Dutch land is worth exploring from tip to toe.