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What To Do with Kids In Rotterdam: Fun For The Whole Family

Traveling to Rotterdam with kids and don’t know where to start?

Whether you’re bringing babies, energetic little ones, or curious preteens, Rotterdam has tons of family-friendly plans designed for everyone to enjoy.

From nature parks and interactive museums to urban farms, water activities, and indoor play spaces for rainy days — here’s everything you can do with kids in Rotterdam.

Playgrounds and speeltuinen: outdoor fun

Speeltuinen (neighborhood playgrounds) are great spaces where kids can play freely and let their imaginations run wild.

You’ll find swings, slides, trampolines, and often volunteer-led activities like workshops, markets, and competitions.

Some of the best speeltuinen in Rotterdam:

Speeltuin Binnenste Buiten. Schonebergerweg 9 (Tram 4, Heemraadsplein stop).
Speeltuin Katendrecht. Near the SS Rotterdam (Metro Rijnhaven + Bus 77).
Speeltuin Weena. Super central, just 5 minutes from Central Station.
De Speeldernis. A 10,000 m² nature playground where it’s totally okay to get messy! Perfect for outdoor fun with kids. Roel Langerakweg 25b, Bus 38.
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Urban farms (Kinderboerderijen): animals and nature In the city

Got animal-loving kids? Then a visit to a children’s urban farm is a must. Feed the goats, pet farm animals, help cleaning, and join workshops to learn how to make cheese, crepes, honey, jam or fresh juice.

Top urban farms in Rotterdam:

De Kraal. Langepad 60 (Tram 7).
De Wilgenhof. Ringdijk 76 (Tram 25).
De Blijde Wei. Bergse Linker Rottekade 435 (Metro Hesseplaats).
De Kooi. Maeterlinckweg 85 (Tram 25 to Paasweide stop, then 15-minute walk).

Theme parks and family attractions

Plaswijckpark. A family favourite in Rotterdam. In summer: pools, go-karts, theatre, animals, trampolines. In winter: a large indoor pavilion for all-weather fun. Ringdijk 20 (Tram 25).
Diergaarde Blijdorp (Rotterdam Zoo). Home to over 180 species, a stunning aquarium, play zones, and plenty of places to rest and eat. Perfect for a full day out. Blijdorplaan 8 (Metro Blijdorp + 10-minute walk).
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Klimbos Fun Forest. For the adventurous! Tree-top climbing trails in Kralingse Bos for kids at least 1.10 m tall. Langepad 71 (Metro Gerdesiaweg + 15-minute walk).
Outdoor Valley. Outdoor sports like kayaking, archery, cycling, and summer camps. Great for thrill-seekers! Hoeksekade 141 (Metro Hesseplaats + 3 km walk).

Water activities and more In Parkhaven

All five of these are in the Parkhaven area (Tram 8, Euromast stop):

Pannenkoekenboot. A pancake buffet cruise on the Maas River. A kid’s dream! EAT ALL THE PANCAKES YOU WANT 👉 BUY IT HERE 🎟️
Splashtours. A unique amphibious bus tour… that drives right into the water! DISCOVER SPLASHTOURS 👉 BUY YOUR TICKET HERE 🎟️
Midget Golfbaan. An 18-hole mini golf course next to the Euromast.
Lasergame Rotterdam. Laser tag set inside a ship — great for older kids!
Euromast. An observation tower with incredible city views. DISCOVER EUROMAST 👉 BUY IN ADVANCE HERE 🎟️

Kids Marina. Small pedal boats for the smallest kids. Maritiem Museum. Metro Beurs.

Indoor fun: what to do with kids in Rotterdam on rainy days

If the weather turns bad, don’t worry, Rotterdam has plenty of indoor activities to keep the kids entertained.

Indoor Play Areas

Bounce Valley. A park full of inflatable trampolines — perfect to burn off energy! Lylantse Baan 3 (Metro Alexander + 17-minute walk).
Monkey Town. Over 2,000 m² of fun: ball pits, bouncy castles, LEGO zones, and more. Akkeroord 10 (Tram 3, Akkeroord stop).
Bungelland. Near Alexandrium shopping center. Ideal for younger kids. Koperstraat 17 (Metro Alexander + 7-minute walk).
Plaswijckpark (Indoor Pavilion). Offers a large indoor play zone. Ringdijk 20 (Tram 8, Meidoornweide stop + 5-minute walk).

Interactive museums

Miniworld Rotterdam. A miniature world where a full day passes in just 24 minutes! Just 5 minutes from Central Station.
Villa Zebra. Modern art designed for kids aged 2–12. Stieltjesstraat 21 (Metro Wilhelminaplein + 10-minute walk).
Remastered. An immersive digital experience with Dutch art in a whole new way. (Metro Leuvehaven + 5-minute walk). AVOID THE LINES 👉 BUY YOUR TICKET HERE 🎟️
Maritiem Museum. Features a pirate ship-themed kids’ zone. (Metro Beurs). BUY 👉 HERE 🎟️
Dutch Pinball Museum. Over 100 pinball machines you can actually play. Open Wed/Sat/Sun. (Metro Delfshaven + 10-minute walk).
Feyenoord Museum. Tour the city’s most famous stadium and explore its museum. (Tram 3, Stadion Feyenoord stop). VISIT FEYENOORD STADIUM 👉 GET YOUR TICKETS 🎟️
Natuurmuseum. Learn all about animals with fun activities. Westzeedijk 345 (Metro Eendrachtsplein + 10-minute walk).
Kijk-Kubus Museum. Discover life inside a famous cube house. Overblaak 70 (Metro Blaak).

Other indoor options

Central Library. Offers a children’s area with books, games, and occasional theatre. (Metro Blaak)
Swimming Pools. We recommend Oostervant (which also has a bowling alley) and Zevenkampse Ring. In summer, the outdoor Van Manen pool is great for babies.

Practical tips for visiting Rotterdam with kids

Best time to visit: Spring and summer are ideal, but there’s something to do in every season.
Museums: Most are closed on Mondays and public holidays.
Public transport: Efficient network of trains, metros, and buses. (We’ve listed directions from Central Station for each place).
Entry fees: Many places mentioned require an entrance ticket.
Discounts: Some parks and attractions offer annual passes — perfect if you’re staying longer or live in the city.

Want more ideas?

Rotterdam has so much to offer!

If you’re keen to keep exploring with kids, don’t miss:

👉 Museums in Rotterdam
👉 Walking routes around the city
👉 Day trips from Rotterdam
👉 Theme parks near Rotterdam
👉 Sports events and more

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