Things to do with kids in Berlin
Despite its dramatic and sombre history, Berlin is arguably one of the finest cities in Europe for families to explore, offering kids on holiday a multitude of activities and attractions, from the world's largest inner-city park to Legoland and everything in between.
Active families will enjoy heading out to areas such as Großer Müggelsee for a spot of swimming, boating or hiking. Wannsee is perfect for escaping to the outdoors and is a welcome break from traditional sightseeing. Animal and nature lovers will go wild for the Berlin Zoo-Aquarium and the Berlin Botanical Gardens, which offer plenty of space for children to run around and let off steam. The many impressive public squares in the city also provide areas for amusement and lots to keep young minds busy and happy.
When the weather turns bad and outside activities are few and far between, kids can head to one of Berlin's indoor playgrounds or one of the more enticing museums, such as the Museum of Natural History, which could take up most of the day with hundreds of exhibitions.
Legoland Discovery Centre
The Legoland Discovery Centre is the first indoor Legoland in the world and provides an interactive journey through a land of creativity, learning and play. Kids will love themed a…
Legoland Discovery Centre
The Legoland Discovery Centre is the first indoor Legoland in the world and provides an interactive journey through a land of creativity, learning and play. Kids will love themed areas ranging from dinosaurs to ninjas. There is a fun factory where Lego bricks are made, a 4D cinema show and even miniature Berlin sights made from Lego. Consistently rated as one of the best family attractions in Berlin, it's also a great place to celebrate birthdays as there are special party rooms for hire and all sorts of exciting perks. The park is designed mainly for kids aged between three and 10.
Website www.legolanddiscoverycentre.de
Natural History Museum
Boasting more than 30 million objects throughout its geological, paleontological and zoological collections, the Museum of Natural History in Berlin is the biggest of its kind in G…
Natural History Museum
Boasting more than 30 million objects throughout its geological, paleontological and zoological collections, the Museum of Natural History in Berlin is the biggest of its kind in Germany and one of the five largest in the world. Visitors will enjoy discovering extensive treasures and learning while they wander the exhibition halls, which take up a massive 71,000 square feet (6,600sq/m). Apart from the ever-popular dinosaur exhibit, highlights include sections on evolution, domestic animals, the cosmos and solar systems, minerals and more. The museum is well organised, with labels in multiple languages and digital audio available in 11 languages.
Website www.naturkundemuseum-berlin.de
Berlin Zoo-Aquarium
Children and families love nothing more than trips to the zoo or the aquarium, and Berlin's stunning Zoo-Aquarium combines both with a large focus on conservation and responsible e…
Berlin Zoo-Aquarium
Children and families love nothing more than trips to the zoo or the aquarium, and Berlin's stunning Zoo-Aquarium combines both with a large focus on conservation and responsible enclosures. The facility is one of the most popular in Europe, entertaining millions of visitors each year with its immense biodiversity from rhinos and pandas to sharks and penguins. Thematic tours such as South America, Asia and Africa are on offer, while there are often special events during the year celebrating Halloween, Easter and Christmas which kids will love. The world's largest inner-city park, Tiergarten adjoins the zoo and a visit is pleasantly combined with a stroll or picnic through these beautiful gardens.
Website www.aquarium-berlin.de