Mother with daughters shops in the Vijzelstraat.

Leeuwarden with children
Awesome!

Free spirits, scatterbrains, go-getters, chatterboxes – they won't be bored for a single moment here. Leeuwarden is fun for the whole family! Are you planning a city trip and looking for fun kids' activities in Leeuwarden? No worries, we have listed the best kids' outings for you. From kid-friendly shopping to the best restaurants (where even the littlest ones finish their plates) and from sporting activities to child-friendly museums and the best events for kids, there is something for everyone. This is Leeuwarden for kids. 

Good food

Besides having some of the best museums, Leeuwarden is also a great city to go out for dinner with children. There are plenty of spots where parents can relax with a cup of coffee while the kids run around. In Leeuwarden, there are various restaurants that cater well to this, making them ideal for a cozy dinner with the whole family. 

Shop until you drop

Do you want to discover the best shops for kids in Leeuwarden? Say no more! At Meet Mister Fred, you'll find original gifts that instantly make children happy, while Nenek offers trendy and sustainable clothing for kids of all ages. For cute shoes and accessories, you can go to Tutte Belle, and at Name It, you can score cool and fun outfits for every day. Shopping in Leeuwarden becomes a party for both parents and children, whether you're looking for a birthday gift, a new outfit, or just something nice to surprise them with.

Kidsproof Leeuwarden

Zoo
AquaZoo Leeuwarden

Come on a journey of discovery at AquaZoo Leeuwarden, the zoo of the North! Here you come face to face with…

AquaZoo Leeuwarden
Snacks
BOIL

BOEL is the pétanque bar in Leeuwarden.

Attraction
Bounce Valley Leeuwarden

Come jump, get some exercise, and walk out afterwards with an awesome memory, regardless of your age!

Bounce Valley Leeuwarden
Playground
Bowling and Party Center De Grote Keizer

Welcome to Partycentrum de Grote Keizer, the place to go for atmosphere and good times.

Bowling alley
Bowling Leeuwarden
Bowling Leeuwarden
Restaurant
Brownies&downieS Leeuwarden

Brownies&downieS stands for purity. Purity in all its facets. Our employees are sincere, enthusiastic, and pure. But also…

Campsite
Camping de Kleine Wielen

Family Campsite De Kleine Wielen Many beautiful accommodations: chalets, hiker's cabins, or dream pods

Outdoor and Survival
Copini Outdoor Sports

In the De Grote Wielen nature reserve, you can experience adventurous activities offered by Copini Buitensport.

Having breakfast
The Twins
Ice rink
Eleven Cities Hall

The Elfstedenhal is the premier ice rink in Leeuwarden. The hall features a 400-meter track, a 30×60 center area, and a…

Heritage
Frisian Agricultural Museum

For over 100 years, the Frisian Agricultural Museum has been telling the story of agriculture. In a beautiful monumental…

Frisian Agricultural Museum
Racetrack
Go-kart track Leeuwarden

Why don't you come karting with us?

petting zoo
Children's Farm Leeuwarden

Leeuwarden Children's Farm is located within walking distance of the city center. Here you can admire all kinds of farm animals: pigs, chickens, guinea pigs, rabbits, pigeons, donkey(s),…

Climbing hall
Noardwand Climbing Center

Climbing Center Noardwand is the newest and most modern climbing center in the Netherlands. All kinds of climbing activities are possible where experience is no…

Golf course
Minigolf Club Leeuwarden

Minigolf course “de Kleine Wielen” is an 18-hole course located in the De Groene Ster recreation area between…

Attraction
monkey town

A huge play paradise for young and old, come and experience the day of your life! Will we see you…

monkey town
Heritage
Eysinga Museum House

Huis van Eysinga is an impressive 18th-century city villa that was inhabited by the family of one of the…

Museum
Nature Museum Fryslân

An interactive museum for the whole family!

Children
Tutte Belle
Hobby/Leisure
Kite out

Vliegeruit is the webshop for Warhammer fans and part of Spellekijn.

Swimming pool
Swimming pool the Blue Wave

Swimming becomes a true experience at the subtropical swimming pool De Blauwe Golf in Leeuwarden. Brave the waves in the…

Swimming pool the Blue Wave

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