A visit to Leeuwarden is something for the whole family! Whether you go on a tour of discovery, hold a cosy cinema evening, or enjoy some great youth theatre - the Frisian capital has somewhere for all tastes. Your happy, chatty, jump-y children won't get bored here! 

Fun activities - Let's go!

  • Miniature People

    If you see a few people staring at a tiny ledge in the wall in Leeuwarden, there is a good chance that some Miniature People are hidden there. What started as an artistic expression has become part of the best route to walk with the kids: the Miniature People Route.

    Miniature People Miniature People - Visitor Center
  • AquaZoo

    AquaZoo is the family park of Friesland. Discover the special animals together, such as Nile crocodiles, polar bears, ring-tailed lemurs and flamingos. Or have fun in the playgrounds and on the discovery trails! 

    AquaZoo
  • Under Water Safari

    An attraction in a museum? Yes, it really is: the Nature Museum Fryslân in Leeuwarden has something unique: a dazzling attraction (accessible for 4+) that takes you through the underwater world of the Netherlands!

    Under Water Safari Onderwatersafari
  • The Petting Zoo

    Kinderboerderij Leeuwarden (Petting zoo Leeuwarden) is within walking distance of the centre. Here you can admire all kinds of farm animals: pigs, chickens, guinea pigs, rabbits, pigeons, donkey(s), sheep, ducks and more, and enjoy a large playground for all ages! 

    The Petting Zoo Kinderboerderij Leeuwarden
  • The Frisian Agricultural Museum

    The Fries Landbouwmuseum is a modern, lively museum. The museum shows the living, working and living conditions of the farmer during different periods. The story of the Frisian farmer is shown through a valuable and extensive collection of agricultural tools and objects that were used in arable farming, livestock farming and dairy production. ​

    The Frisian Agricultural Museum Fries Landbouwmuseum

Tasty food - Mmm

Shop till you drop

Do you want to go to the stores with the best items for kids? Say no more! We have listed the very best shops for you! Will you buy a nice gift at Meet Mister Fred? Or will you score a good outfit at Nenek?

Kidsproof shopping
Meet Mister Fred

This is the place to be! - Let's go!