38 Best Museums for Kids in the Netherlands (by Province)

A day at the museum with kids is anything but boring! Throughout the Netherlands, you'll find dozens of child-friendly museums packed with interactive exhibits, exciting scavenger hunts, fun workshops, and tours specifically for young audiences. Whether you're planning a trip during the summer holidays, a weekend getaway, or a rainy Wednesday afternoon, there's always a museum suitable for children near you. From dinosaurs to technology, from castles to the human body – these places combine play and education in a way that truly captivates children.

In this overview, we've compiled the 38 best museums for children in the Netherlands, sorted by province. This makes it easy to find something fun in your region or during a holiday in your own country.

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𝗭𝘂𝗶𝗱-𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱
– Royal Christmas Fair – The Hague (until December 23) @royalchristmasfairthehague
– Winter Wonder Weeks – Leiden (12–14 & 18–21 Dec)
– Green Christmas Market – Rotterdam (12–14 Dec)
– Dordrecht December Days Christmas Market – Dordrecht (13–14 Dec)
– Rotterdam Harvest Christmas Edition – Rotterdam (13 & 20 Dec)

𝗚𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱
– Winter Festival Zutphen – Zutphen (14 Dec)

𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴
– Christmas Town Valkenburg – Valkenburg (until January 4)

𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗷𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗹
– Christmas Market Delden – Delden (13 Dec)
– Dickens Festival – Deventer (13–14 Dec)
– (H)onest Christmas Market – Deventer (13–14 Dec)

𝗡𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱-𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱
– Museumplein Christmas Market – Amsterdam (until December 28)
– Haarlem Christmas Market – Haarlem (12–14 Dec)
– Funky Xmas Sunday Market – Amsterdam (21 Dec)
– Winter Market Pure Markt – Amsterdam (21 Dec)

𝗨𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗵𝘁
– Winter Market Molen de Ster – Utrecht (13–14 Dec)
– The Utrecht Winter Spectacle – Utrecht (Dec. 18–Jan. 4)
Have fun! There's nothing quite like spontaneous plans in December.

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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗧𝗼 𝗗𝗼 (𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟭, 𝟭𝟮, 𝟭𝟯 & 𝟭𝟰)

Another cozy December weekend is here, and the city is buzzing with winter vibes.

Think festive markets, Light Festival strolls, Christmas concerts, new food hotspots, ice skating, and QT with friends or family.

In this week's Amsterdam Weekend Guide, I've rounded up 40 things to do!

Here's a sneak peek — comment WEEKEND for the full guide or check the link in bio.

𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗠𝗔𝗦 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘
– A magical Christmas concert at Het Concertgebouw (Dec 13)
– Bric & Brac Christmas Market at De Willem (Dec 14)
– The always lovely Museumplein Christmas Market — perfect for snacks & winter vibes

𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 & 𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗦
– NEW: Yubu Bento — your new inari go-to in the city center
– NEW: Wonton — dumpling heaven just landed in West
– Do the @lefoodwalk during Amsterdam Light Festival: 10.000 steps, art, street food, oysters & cocktails
– More into sit-down dinners? Book an early or late table with @lefoodwalk

𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗙𝗨𝗡
– Poffertjes Sunday at @hetblauwetheehuis (Dec 14) — always a good idea
– Circus Zanzara is back at Westergas with The Art of Making Art — fun for all ages

And this is just a taste of all 40 tips in this week's guide.

Want the full list with all events and new places to check out?

🖤 ​​Comment WEEKEND and I'll send the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide straight to your DMs, or hit the link in bio.

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This is the coolest new hotel for a night away! Meet @viaantwerp, Antwerp's newest boutique hotel on the border of Zurenborg and Borgerhout (yep, voted the 2nd coolest neighborhood in the world by Time Out).

I recently stayed at this gem, and it truly has it all: a lively bar with a cozy atmosphere, walls adorned with creative art, beautiful, bright rooms, and it's within walking distance of great hotspots. And I haven't even mentioned @mea.antwerp! The delightful restaurant, helmed by a chef who previously worked at The Palomar in London. If you know, you know!

And now the best news:
I can surprise one of you with a dream night away at VIA Antwerp. 💛

And in my opinion
• Overnight stay for 2 people
• Breakfast included
• Chef's Dinner at MEA

And in Flanders
• Let us know in the comments which friend you would like to stay here with
• Of course, take a look at @viaantwerp & @mea.antwerp to dream away and follow their updates

The winner will be notified personally via DM on December 10th.

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you and will soon share a mini guide with more great tips for Antwerp! 🖤

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HAPPY ALMOST WEEKEND IN AMSTERDAM

Comment 'weekend' and I'll send you all 32 tips in the new Amsterdam Weekend Guide for December 4, 5, 6 & 7 ✖️✖️✖️

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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱!

I've rounded up a complete list with the coziest and most festive Christmas markets in Amsterdam you don't want to miss this year. Think twinkling lights, mulled wine, food stalls, live music, unique gifts and lots of Christmas vibes all December long.

Whether you're planning a festive day with the fam or friends, or just want to soak up that holiday spirit. These are the markets in Amsterdam to put on your calendar now. 🎄✨

𝘿𝙧𝙤𝙥 “𝘾𝙃𝙍𝙄𝙎𝙏𝙈𝘼𝙎𝙈𝘼𝙍𝙆𝙀𝙏” 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄'𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝙔𝙇𝘽𝘽-𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙨.

Send this list to your festive partner-in-crime, grab a hot chocolate (or mulled wine 😉), and have fun!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#yourlittleblackbook #christmasinamsterdam #amsterdammarkets #christmasmarkets #amsterdamguide thingstodoinamsterdam winterinthenetherlands festiveseason christmasvibes marketlovers amsterdamtips

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HOME ALONE 4 INCOMING 😅 My trip to NYC ends in a bad (Christmas) movie when the hotel gives my carry-on luggage with passport to an old lady who doesn't realize this and checks the luggage on a flight to the UK!

Now I'm stuck here in NY without a passport, and I missed my flight.

I've experienced a lot in all the years I've been traveling for Your Little Black Book, but this is a first 😅.

This chat video is purely therapeutic in nature 🤣🤣🤣. Because really: HOW?! 🫢

Note to self: it's better to carry your passport all day, instead of leaving it "safely" in the hotel, apparently... and from now on, attach suitcases with cables in the storage room. Even if you're staying in a luxurious and expensive hotel, everything is still done by humans.

Now I'm stuck in one of the world's coolest cities, but of course I just want to be home with Manuel, as planned. 😔

To be continued 🧳✈️

And thanks for all the sweet DMs ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Anne

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𝟳𝘅 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗮𝗿 𝗷𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ...�� 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄

How cool is this? There are places in the Netherlands where you can cut down your own Christmas tree! You don't hear about it very often, even though it's quite common in America (where I'm currently!).

Good to know: some of these places in the Netherlands are only open for a few days a year and you have to reserve a time slot.

💬 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 “𝗞𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗧𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗠” and I will send you the article with all the details and dates in your DM.

Have fun!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#christmasintheNetherlands #christmasouting #christmastree #christmasfarm #christmas2025 winterintheNetherlands Christmastips Christmasinspiration Netherlandsdiscover Decembertips winterweekend

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And do you also have a nice garden?

I want to thank you for your patience and help. 𝟳-𝗷𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲!

This time we went to @williams.farmhouse, one of my favorite lunch spots in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid. But is it also fun during the day with kids?

We ordered a 'plain' version of the Farmhouse burger 🍔: yes, really just meat + cheese 🤣… and together with the fries it was a mega success.

Happy child, happy us... and it was such a cozy, rainy afternoon. I mean, this interior makes me dream of the Cotswolds again!

Do you have a favorite 𝗸𝗶𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 in Amsterdam or the Netherlands?

Let me know in the comments, I'll collect everything for the next 𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗙!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#amsterdam #amsterdamfood #amsterdamrestaurants #amsterdamfoodie #amsterdamguide amsterdamwithkids kidsproef familyfriendly amsterdamlunch amsterdamoudzuid yourlittleblackbook kidsproofamsterdam

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So happy to finally share this! @lefoodwalk is back this winter with four themed walks during the Amsterdam Light Festival, from November 27th to January 18th.

Perfect for a day out with friends, a date, colleagues, or family. From a Street Food Walk to an Oyster Walk, and from cocktails to an old-school Amsterdam drinks walk.

The Le Foodwalk team has listened to you and there is a different experience to book almost every day.

Tickets (which are even cheaper than last year 🔥) are now live! I've put a link in my bio.

I have a nice garden and a beautiful garden 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Thurs-Sat
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱: 4 bites + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth €6,99)
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽:
⦁ @weareedn_amsterdam ⦁ @caferestaurantdebazel ⦁ @soulkitchen_amsterdam ⦁ @blackandblue_reguliers
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €43,50

𝗢𝗬𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Thurs-Sat
Package: 4 x 2 oysters + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth €6,99)
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽:
⦁ Soulkitchen ⦁ De Bazel ⦁ @bellyofthebeastbar ⦁ @vermeerswijnkamer
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €43,50

𝗖𝗢𝗖𝗞𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Wed-Sat
Included: 3 cocktails (also 0.0%) + Amsterdam Light Festival app (worth €6,99)
𝗖𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗯𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽:
⦁ @feijoaamsterdam⦁ @lottisamsterdam ⦁ Belly of the Beast
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €35,50

𝗔𝗠𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗠 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Every Sun-Wed
Included: 3 Dutch drinks & 3 Dutch bar snacks + @amsterdamlightfestival app (worth €6,99)
𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝘂𝗽:
⦁ @hetkarbeel ⦁ @proeflokaalvanwees ⦁ @beertemple_amsterdam
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: €33,50

Who do you want to do a Foodwalk with this winter?

𝙇𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙞𝙤 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙧 𝙫𝙞𝙖 𝙒𝙒𝙒.𝙇𝙀𝙁𝙊𝙊𝘿𝙒𝘼𝙇𝙆.𝘾𝙊𝙈.

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@anne_de_buck

#lightfestival #lefoodwalk #amsterdamlightfestival #amsterdamfoodguide #amsterdamfood #amsterdambynight #canalview

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I have a nice garden in my garden and 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 🎅🏼

The countdown to Christmas has officially begun, and I can tell you: this list will instantly get you in the holiday spirit. 🎄

📍In this new video, I've listed the most beautiful Christmas markets and winter fairs in the Netherlands, from Maastricht to The Hague.

Whether you're in the mood for mulled wine, raclette, Christmas carols, ice skating with your besties, or planning a cozy weekend getaway in December, now's the time to block your calendar.

Send the tips to your Christmas date ❤️ and comment "CHRISTMAS MARKET" to receive a link to ALL the Christmas market shortlists on Your Little Black Book.

Let the Christmas fun begin!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#yourlittleblackbook #kerstmarktnederland #kerstuitje #winterfair #kerst2025 #weekendtips #thingstodointhenetherlands #magischmaastricht #royalchristmasfair #kerstmarktamsterdam #winterinthenetherlands #kerstvibes #yourlbb #kerstmarkt #christmasmarket

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I have a nice garden – I have a nice garden in my garden

Did you know Bangkok holds a special place in my heart? 💛 If I were ever to live anywhere other than Amsterdam, it would be there. Right now, I'm seriously homesick, and I even have a ticket option open on another screen ☺️. Fun fact: I even got married in Thailand!

Bangkok is one of those cities where you can return so many times and still discover something new every time.

In this mini-guide, I share some of my favorite neighborhood hotspots—from fun neighborhoods and coffee spots to ultimate hotels, street food, and night markets.

The list could easily have 200 tips, but this is a good start!

📍 Prepare your next trip to Thailand with our travel guide & luxury travel planner for your next trip to Thailand.

𝗡𝗘𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗦
⦁ Talad Noi – creative, raw & surprising
⦁ Songwat & Chinatown – street food heaven
⦁ Ekkamai – laid-back & trendy
⦁ Ari – boutiques & brunch
⦁ Bang Rak – culture meets cool

𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗦 & 𝗖𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗘
⦁ Charmkrung – trendy restaurant in an old shophouse
⦁ Hong Sieng Kong – riverside coffee spot
⦁ Potong – fine dining in Chinatown
⦁ Baan Rim Naam – cocktails during sundown
⦁ Ann Guay Tiew Kua Gai – comfort noodles, Bangkok style

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⦁ Four Seasons – ultimate luxury
⦁ Mustang Blue – unique & arty
⦁ ASAI – affordable boutique
⦁ The Standard – design & rooftop pool
⦁ Anantara Riverside – riverside resort vibes

I & I
⦁ Sundown on the Chao Phraya River = magical
⦁ Cycle through the city with Co van Kessel
⦁ Big Buddha – new must-see
⦁ Eat street on Banthat Thong Road – local favorite
⦁ What Saket at golden hour – view!

(𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧) 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦
⦁ Yaowarat – food, food, food
⦁ Sampheng Market – for your best finds
⦁ ChangChui – creative chaos
⦁ Asiatique – family fun night market on the river
⦁ Train Night Market – vintage & food

📌 Save this guide so you have it with you when you go to Bangkok
💌 Send it to that friend you're making Thailand plans with

Have you ever been to Bangkok?

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

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Amsterdam, get your skates ready — ice skating season has officially begun! ⛸️

The first rinks, like @skabaanmuseumplein, are opening this weekend and we are so ready for it.

I already planned a mom & son date — that's how excited we are to hit the ice. 💙

This year, there are some new links to discover across the city too. And who knows... maybe we'll even get lucky with natural ice again. Until then, these are the 7 best ice skating rinks in Amsterdam you don't want to miss.

Whether you're planning a festive date, a day with friends, or skating with the kids — this guide has you covered.

📍All details are in the Amsterdam Ice Skating Listicle on Your Little Black Book (link in bio).

Send this to your skating buddy and start planning your first winter weekend on ice! ❄️

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

#yourlittleblackbook #yourlbb #amsterdamwinter #iceskatinginamsterdam #amsterdamchristmas #thingstodoinamsterdam #amsterdamguide #winterinthenetherlands #amsterdamlife #cityguide #amsterdamcheck #wintervibes #travelamsterdam #weekendinams #holidayseason #skating

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Zuiderzee Museum – Enkhuizen

Step into a time machine and discover in the Zuiderzeemuseum Learn how people used to live on the Zuiderzee. Children play traditional Dutch games, decorate clogs, and bake bread. Additional activities are offered during school holidays.
Wierdijk 12, Enkhuizen 

Book tickets

Fort Kijkduin – Den Helder

A Napoleonic-era fort with an underground marine aquarium! Children can explore corridors, learn about soldiers, and spot sharks in the tunnel. A scavenger hunt is included.
Admiral Verhuellplein 1, Huisduinen – fortkijkduin.nl

Muiderslot – Muiden

The most famous castle in the Netherlands! Children discover in the Muiderslot Explore secret passages, climb towers, and participate in interactive treasure hunts. During the holidays, there are knights' days, bird of prey shows, and medieval activities. Suitable for all ages.
Herengracht 1, Muiden 

Book tickets

Steam Engine Museum – Medemblik

Everything still works as it used to in the old steam pumping station. Children can see how fire and water power machinery and participate in experiments at children's days.
Oosterdijk 4, Medemblik – stoommachinemuseum.nl

 | Want to do more with children in North Holland? View all child-friendly outings in North Holland here >>

Child-friendly museums in South Holland: fun for every family

Maritime Museum – Rotterdam

For little captains! Professor Splash is perfect for young children, and outside you can discover the real harbor. In the Maritime Museum there are interactive exhibitions for all ages.
Leuvehaven 1, Rotterdam 

Book tickets

Corpus – Leiden

Start in the knee and end in the brain! In Corpus Children take an educational journey through the human body, packed with interactive facts. Suitable for children aged 7 and up.
Willem Einthovenstraat 1, Oegstgeest 

Book tickets

Naturalis – Leiden

Come face-to-face with Trix the T. rex and explore the LiveScience Lab. Go on a scavenger hunt, discover dinosaurs, and marvel at nature.
Darwinweg 2, Leiden – naturalis.nl

Children's Book Museum – The Hague

Books come to life here! Children can step into the shoes of their favorite characters, like Dolfje Weerwolfje or Frog, and explore interactive exhibits. For younger children, there's "I am Frog," and for older ones, there's "Papiria." A creative museum that fosters a love of language.
Prins Willem-Alexanderhof 5, The Hague – kinderboekenmuseum.nl

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Child-friendly museums in Utrecht: surprising family outings

GeoFort – Herwijnen

An exciting fortress island about Earth, technology, and maps. Children learn all about GPS, climate, and cybersecurity through interactive games. Outside, there's a maze, an augmented reality sandbox, and a pancake restaurant.
Nieuwesteeg 74, Herwijnen – geofort.nl

Miffy Museum – Utrecht

A cheerful museum especially for toddlers and preschoolers. In the world of Miffy, children can crawl, climb, play, and explore. Each room has a recognizable theme from Dick Bruna's books, such as Miffy's house, the doctor, and the zoo. Perfect for children aged 2 to 6.
Agnietenstraat 2, Utrecht – nijntjemuseum.nl

De Haar Castle – Haarzuilens

A real fairytale castle with towers, a moat, and a drawbridge. Children can enjoy treasure hunts and themed tours in the park and castle. Also fun: during the holidays, there are themed days with actors in costume. Castle the hair.
Kasteellaan 1, Haarzuilens (near Utrecht) 

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Railway Museum – Utrecht

Trains, trains, and more trains! Children can explore historic trains from the inside, play on the mini roller coaster, and participate in scavenger hunts. Regular theme days and children's shows are also held.
Maliebaanstation 16, Utrecht – spoorbaanmuseum.nl

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Child-friendly museums in Zeeland: fun educational excursions

Maritime Museum – Vlissingen

Experience the maritime history of Zeeland in the Museum Full of child-friendly stories, interactive maps, and a beautiful harbor view. During the holidays, there are treasure hunts and workshops especially for young explorers. Located in a historic warehouse.
Nieuwendijk 11, Vlissingen 

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School Time Museum – Terneuzen

Children literally step into an old classroom with desks, school charts, and chalk. They're taking lessons just like they did 100 years ago. Parents reminisce and compare them to the present day.
Nieuwstraat 26, Terneuzen – museumschooltijd.nl

Zeeland Museum – Middelburg

Children discover Zeeland through tapestries, VOC shards, and creative children's trails. During holidays, there are workshops and family days in the Zeeland MuseumBonus: the museum is housed in a beautiful abbey complex.
Abbey 4, Middelburg 

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Child-friendly museums in North Brabant: discover, play and learn

Discovery Station 013 – Tilburg

Technology, film, robots, and recycling. Here, it's all about doing things yourself and discovering things. Make a film, test a LEGO robot, or design something with wood and metal.
Burgemeester Brokxlaan 20, Tilburg – ontdekstation013.nl

Prehistoric Museum – Boxtel

Dinosaurs, fossils, and a dinosaur forest. Children can participate in scavenger hunts, dig up fossils, and learn about prehistory. A lively exhibition and outdoor trail with life-size dinosaurs.
Bosscheweg 80, Boxtel – oertijdmuseum.nl

Prehistoric Village – Eindhoven

Experience the past! Bake bread over an open fire, explore a medieval house, and try your hand at archery. Everything is interactive, with costumed actors and activities.
Boutenslaan 161B, Eindhoven – prehistorischdorp.nl

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Child-friendly museums in Limburg: educational and adventurous

Discovery Museum – Kerkrade

Technology, science and innovation under one roof. Children build, experiment with energy and discover technology in the Discovery Museum through interactive installations.
Museumplein 2, Kerkrade 

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Hoensbroek Castle – Hoensbroek

A real castle with secret staircases, knight stories and treasure hunts. Hoensbroek Castle There are theme days during holidays, dressing-up boxes and interactive audio tours for children.
Klinkertstraat 118, Hoensbroek  

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Open-air museum Eynderhoof – Nederweert-Eind

A historic village where children do traditional chores like baking pies, spinning, and woodworking. Plenty of outdoor space and demonstrations of traditional crafts.
Milderspaat 1, Nederweert-Eind – eynderhoof.nl

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Child-friendly museums in Overijssel: for inventors and explorers

Oyfo Technology Museum – Hengelo

Making technology tangible for children! They'll experiment with light, sound, and movement in the MaakLab and build their own creations.
Hazemeijerstraat 300, Hengelo – oyfotechniekmuseum.nl

The Museum Factory – Enschede

Children learn here how nature, technology, and history intertwine. They create their own creations in the Makerspace and explore the Wunderkammer full of collectibles.
Rozendaal 11, Enschede – demuseumfabriek.nl

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Child-friendly museums in Gelderland: history comes to life

Museum De Bastei – Nijmegen

Discover the nature, river, and archaeology of the Nijmegen region. De Bastei combines old city walls with interactive exhibits. Children follow an exciting route through the building and learn about life along the Waal River. There are also experiments, microscopes, and an educational roof terrace.
Waalkade 83, Nijmegen – debastei.nl

Museum – De Hoge Veluwe National Park

A unique underground museum in the heart of the Veluwe. Children literally descend to the ground and discover tree roots, fossils, and the skeleton of a mammoth. Combine the visit with a walk or bike ride through the park. Admission is included with the park ticket.
Houtkampweg 13, Otterlo – hogeveluwe.nl

Dutch Open Air Museum – Arnhem

Visit in the Dutch Open Air Museum Visit historic houses, play at the children's farm, and participate in workshops like making your own butter. Includes a ride on the old-fashioned tram and craft demonstrations.
Hoeferlaan 4, Arnhem  

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MuZIEum – Nijmegen

Experience what it's like to be blind. Children follow an expedition in complete darkness and discover how to live, shop, and travel without sight.
Ziekerstraat 6B, Nijmegen – muzieum.nl

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Child-friendly museums in Friesland: culture and water fun

Frisian Shipping Museum – Sneek

Learn all about Frisian aquatic life! At the children's museum, children can play interactive games, do puzzles, and craft in the attic studio. Fancy dressing up as a sailor on board a ship? It's definitely on!
Kleinzand 16, Sneek – friesscheepvaartmuseum.nl

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Child-friendly museums in Groningen: art and creativity

Museum Square Grootegast – Grootegast

A LEGO museum, printing house, and liberation museum all under one roof. Children build in the LEGO zone and discover history interactively.
Legolaan 1c, Grootegast – museumpleingrootegast.nl

Groninger Museum – Groningen

Creative family activities and children's routes make art accessible. Workshops, Junior Club, and a colorful museum building make it Groninger-Museum a favorite outing in the city.
Museum Island 1, Groningen  

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Child-friendly museums in Drenthe: dinosaurs, prisons and games

Hunebed Centre – Borger

Discover prehistory with real dolmens, a mammoth skeleton, a prehistoric park, and fire-making. Outside, there's a prehistoric village where children can learn about the past.
Hunebedstraat 27, Borger – hunebedcentrum.eu

Prison Museum – Veenhuizen

Children experience what it's like to be imprisoned: dressing up, exploring cells, and riding in a prison bus. There's plenty of outdoor space and educational games.
Old Canal 1, Veenhuizen –gevangenmuseum.nl

Toy Museum Children's World – Roden

From trains to dollhouses: it's all about play. Children can get creative with toys from the past and present. Extra craft days are offered during the holidays.
Brink 31, Roden – toymuseumroden.nl

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Child-friendly museums in Flevoland: explore ships and planes

Batavialand – Lelystad

Step aboard the VOC ship Batavia at BatavialandDiscover maritime history, old crafts, and participate in workshops such as knot making and rope making.
Oostvaardersdijk 1, Lelystad  

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Aviodrome - Lelystad

For airplane fans! Kids climb at Aviodrome In cockpits, experience a 4D flight and discover the history of aviation. Includes a playground and additional holiday activities.
Pelicanweg 50, Lelystad  

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