Bebopping…
Playground · Ages 1–4
Small residential playground within the Heliport complex courtyard, a car-free, family-friendly neighborhood near Rotterdam city center. Features slides built into a hill, tight rope, and nest swing.
Interactive Store · Ages 3+
A flagship retail experience centred on building and creativity, with 250m² of shop and play space. Features a stunning Rotterdam skyline mural made of 89,136 bricks depicting the Erasmus Bridge, Cube Houses and harbour. Interactive building challenges, a Pick & Build wall for customising brick collections, and a Minifigure Factory station for personalised figures.
Restaurant · Ages 2+
Casual Italian pizzeria and pasta restaurant in central Rotterdam with an indoor playground featuring a ball pit and climbing structures. Family-friendly menu with dedicated kids' section, large portions, and generous sizing. Located on Binnenrotte, Rotterdam's largest city square, near Markthal.
Theatre · Ages 5+
A permanent outdoor puppet theatre in a striking building painted with children's portraits, occupying the central Binnenwegplein since 1980. Three rotating puppeteers perform with hand puppets telling stories ranging from fairy tales to comical narratives. Performances are brief, free, and happen three times on each performance afternoon.
Library · All Ages
One of Europe's largest public libraries in a striking architectural landmark, with dedicated family floors featuring children's books, play areas, and reading activities. Hosts regular theatre performances, workshops, 3D printing lab (Maakplaats010), and a Starbucks café. Entry is free; kids under 18 get free library memberships.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small neighborhood playground with swings and a slide.
Cafe · All Ages
Specialty coffee roastery and modern café in Rotterdam Noord, featuring on-site roasted coffee and all-day breakfast/lunch menu. Spacious interior with light colours and abundant greenery, plus a large terrace. Family friendly with high chairs, toys, and easy access for strollers.
Bookshop · Ages 0–18
Netherlands' largest children's bookshop with approximately 5,000 titles across 340 square metres, stocked with everything from baby board books to young adult novels. Features an integrated cafe where parents can enjoy coffee and food while children play, explore toys, and browse shelves filled with picture books, educational materials, and quality toys designed to stimulate imagination. Staff are trained to recommend books and toys tailored to each child's age and interests.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Central Rotterdam playground combining sand, grass, and water play in a single comprehensive space. Features slides, swings, zipline, football and basketball pitches plus large sand areas sized for different ages. Open daily with a clubhouse available during bad weather and when volunteers allow.
Maritime Museum · Ages 4+
Rotterdam's premier maritime museum blends 850,000 historic objects with interactive hands-on exhibitions like the 'Offshore Experience' oil-rig simulator. Explore historic ships, tugboats and working cranes in the museum harbour outside—many are climbable—plus engaging activities like 'Professor Splash' for younger explorers. There's also a café for food and drinks on-site.
Playground · Ages 0–8
A small, sheltered neighbourhood playground tucked on an enclosed courtyard in Rotterdam-Noord, directly behind Central Station. Run by volunteers, it caters to the local Provenierswijk community. Clean and safe play area designed for young children with slides, swings, rockers, sand/water play, and a seasonal splash pad.
Cafe · All Ages
Casual brunch cafe in central Rotterdam serving American pancakes and breakfast bowls all day, with vegan and vegetarian options. Fluffy pancakes with customizable toppings like avocado mash and sweet bacon, plus savory dishes, toast, and wine or cocktails. Cozy, inviting atmosphere perfect for families with dedicated children's play corner in the back.
Miniature Museum · Ages 3+
Europe's largest indoor miniature world, featuring meticulously detailed models of Rotterdam, rural Dutch landscapes, and expanding Great Britain scenes. Watch a complete day-night cycle in 24 minutes with thousands of twinkling lights, moving trains, and interactive buttons. Spot hidden Pokémon and Paw Patrol characters throughout the displays.
Minigolf · Ages 3+
Glow-in-the-dark minigolf with 15 holes in an urban-themed neon environment featuring street art and special effects. Each round takes about 75 minutes and suits groups and families year-round. Indoor, climate-controlled venue in Rotterdam city centre.
Restaurant · All Ages
Latin American restaurant and cocktail bar with colourful, laid-back street food vibe housed in a spacious converted venue on the Witte de Withstraat. Features a substantial kids' corner called Mini Mercado with a play kitchen, various toys for different ages, and child-friendly menu options including mini tacos, churros and chicken with potatoes. Outdoor covered terrace available.
Playground · Ages 1–10
Large playground in central Rotterdam with various equipment including swings, slides, sandbox, and a climbing structure. Large enclosed sports field adjacent to play area as well as shaded picnic benches.
Bakery · All Ages
American-style bakery and café specializing in homemade cakes, pies, brownies, cookies and muffins. Bright interior with both cosy indoor seating and a street-facing terrace. Warm, family-friendly atmosphere with small play corner. Known particularly for its lemon meringue pie and carrot cake.
Bakery · Ages 0–6
Artisanal bakery and cafe serving handmade sourdough bread, pastries, and sandwiches in a cozy setting with a small play kitchen for children. Located in a charming historic deep building on Nieuwe Binnenweg just outside Rotterdam's city center. Indoor seating and terrace available.
History Museum · Ages 4+
A military history museum celebrating the Dutch Marine Corps since 1665, with interactive exhibits and hands-on activities where children can experience marine operations. Features detailed ship models, multimedia presentations including a VR simulator, and displays of uniforms and weapons. Located in a historic waterfront building overlooking the Maas River with views of Rotterdam's iconic Willems Bridge.
Art Museum · Ages 4+
National museum for architecture, design and digital culture with interactive exhibitions and design activities for children. Features seven exhibition spaces showcasing architecture and interior design, plus a striking glass-and-metal building in Museumpark next to other major museums. Includes access to the 1930s Sonneveld House, a masterpiece of Dutch functionalist architecture.
Playground · Ages 2–12
Green neighbourhood playground hidden away in a quiet courtyard in Rotterdam-West. Features traditional play equipment such as swings, slides, climbing frames, and spring rockers alongside life-sized animal sculptures by artist Herman Lamers. Organizes regular activities for children including seasonal celebrations, weekly summer events, camping weeks, and craft activities. Community-run hub with bounce castles, water festivals, and activities in a small indoor building during rainy weather.
Cafe · All Ages
Specialist matcha and taiyaki cafe in central Rotterdam with a kids corner with toys and coloring supplies plus board games for older kids.
Playground · Ages 1–12
Green neighborhood park with playground equipment (swings, climbing structures, slides, sandbox), basketball court, picnic benches, and open space for children to play. Located in the Middelland district, it hosts occasional community activities and events. A calm, locally-beloved spot with trees and grassy areas.
Playground · Ages 1–8
A compact, well-maintained playground in the Crooswijk neighbourhood, established over 80 years ago. Children can climb, slide, swing and bounce on equipment including an air trampoline. Regular activities and programs organised for the local community.
Art Museum · Ages 4+
Iconic modern art museum in a striking steel-and-glass building by Rem Koolhaas, featuring rotating temporary exhibitions across art, design, photography and fashion. Step-free galleries with wide corridors accommodate strollers, and the KunsthalLAB offers hands-on activities and workshops for children.
Natural History Museum · Ages 4+
Engaging natural history museum in a historic 1852 villa featuring skeletons, fossils, taxidermied animals and quirky exhibits like 'Dead Animals with a Story'. Interactive hunts for ages 4-6 and 7-12, plus Saturday tours and kids' audio guides. Centrepiece attractions include a 15-meter sperm whale skeleton and Ramon the elephant skeleton.
Immersive Experience · Ages 6+
An immersive audiovisual experience where Dutch Masters artworks come alive through projections, LED screens, and interactive installations. Walk through waterfall doors, pilot your own UFO on Europe's largest indoor LED screen, dance to reimagined Mondrian, and interact with digital schools of fish. A 60-minute guided journey through digitally transformed works by Van Gogh, Bosch, Vermeer, and Rembrandt.
Bakery · All Ages
Artisanal bakery and lunchroom with a dedicated play area for young children upstairs. High-quality sourdough breads, pastries, breakfast, brunch and lunch offerings in a warm, welcoming corner location. Casual neighbourhood spot with indoor seating and outdoor terrace.
Playground · Ages 1–8
A fenced, well-supervised neighborhood playground in Rotterdam-West with active adult oversight ensuring safety. Features a cable car, climbing tower with slide, large sand table with water feature for water play, and a kiosk selling refreshments. Regular community events and activities organized throughout the year.
Culture Museum · Ages 6+
A major ethnographic museum with over 1,800 artifacts from Asia, Africa, the Americas and Oceania, featuring the flagship Superstraat exhibition—an interactive, hands-on space where children explore global cultural diversity through roleplay and sensory engagement. Museum programming includes creative workshops (drawing, weaving, paper-cutting), story sessions, and free drop-in activities celebrating different world holidays every Sunday.
Playground · Ages 1–12
A large outdoor playground on Rotterdam's Liskwartier neighbourhood with play equipment for a range of ages and abilities, including a large play pirate ship, swings, slides, and spring rockers.
Playground · Ages 1–4
Small enclosed playground surrounded by hedges with nest swings, climbing sphere, and play house suitable for toddlers.
Culture Museum · Ages 4+
Interactive museum exploring the history of taxation and Dutch customs through playful exhibits. Children engage with smuggling simulators, ship and airport customs games, and confiscated contraband displays. Housed in a beautiful heritage building near Rotterdam's Museum Park with a café and garden terrace.
Playground · Ages 0–12
Historic free neighbourhood playground founded in 1911 with varied equipment for children and a separate football cage with basketball for older kids. Features sandbox, climbing structures, ping-pong table and canteen selling drinks, ice cream and snacks. Safe, well-maintained gathering space in the Kralingen district.
Children's Museum · Ages 2–12
An interactive art museum designed as a creative laboratory where children ages 2–12 explore contemporary art through play, hands-on workshops, and imaginative installations. The ZELF! exhibition for younger children features playgrounds like a grocery shop, doctor's office, circus tent, and magical forest, while older kids work with artists on creative projects. Located on the waterfront at Kop van Zuid with views of the Maas River and Rotterdam skyline; the cosy Zebracafé serves snacks and refreshments while a museum shop offers picture books and creative materials.
Nature Playground · Ages 3–12
A naturalistic playground in Kralingen's Park de Nieuwe Plantage featuring modern equipment including slides, climbing nets, and swings integrated into a green park setting.
Cafe · All Ages
A charming café in a restored 1920s villa within Het Park near the Euromast, with cozy indoor seating and a sprawling outdoor terrace on the grass. Children can run around the park while parents relax with coffee and locally-sourced treats like carrot cake, sandwiches, and bitterballen. Beach chairs dot the lawn for extended lounging.
Playground · Ages 3+
Small neighborhood playground in the Coolhaven area of Rotterdam with standard play equipment including a slide, climbing structure, spring rockers, swing, and zip line.
Restaurant · Ages 3+
A grand café and restaurant in a beautifully restored 1949 shipping school building on the Coolhaven canal. Features a small play corner with kids' kitchen and toys, plus seasonal outdoor seating along the waterfront. Regular cultural events including Jazz on Sundays and monthly themed dining experiences.
Playground · Ages 4–12
Neighbourhood playground with both indoor and outdoor areas set on a hidden terrace. Mix of traditional play equipment and animals including chickens. Regular Wednesday activities plus occasional special events throughout the year.
Ferris Wheel / Observation Tower · Ages 3+
The Netherlands' highest observation tower (185m) with 360° panoramic views of Rotterdam and beyond. Features an interactive 'Rise of Rotterdam' light show in the rotating elevator, accessible observation deck at 100m, and optional glass-floor Euroscoop lift. Restaurants and cafés with views. Abseiling and rope slide available for thrill-seekers.
Boat Trip · All Ages
Amphibious bus tour that drives through Rotterdam city streets before spectacularly splashing into the Maas River for a river cruise. A unique land-and-water hybrid experience featuring views of the Euromast, SS Rotterdam, Erasmus Bridge and city skyline. One-hour tour with a live guide sharing stories about the city's landmarks and history.
Bookshop · Ages 0–6
Independent children's bookshop combined with a cafe, featuring curated Dutch and English-language books plus craft and activity afternoons. Kids have fun in large play area and read while adults enjoy coffee, breakfast, lunch and borrels on a terrace or in the airy interior. Regular events including writing workshops and film screenings for children.
Boat Trip · Ages 1+
A 75-minute all-you-can-eat pancake cruise along Rotterdam's Meuse River with views of the city's modern skyline and bold architecture. Choose from bacon, apple, or plain pancakes with customizable sweet and savoury toppings. A dedicated playroom with a giant ball pit below deck keeps younger passengers entertained.
Cafe · All Ages
Family-friendly breakfast and brunch café with downstairs play area and upstairs toy cabinet. Offers organic, homemade fare including pancakes, avocado toast, and high tea arrangements, with a special High Lemonade kids menu featuring activities and toys. Located in the central Kralingen neighbourhood near Kralingse plas with indoor seating and summer terrace.
Zoo · All Ages
One of Europe's oldest and largest zoos featuring 562 animal species across continent-themed sections including an immersive Oceanium with a shark tunnel, tropical Amazonica butterfly house, and African savannah. Highlights include giraffes, zebras, red pandas, Asian elephants, and rare conservation programs. Interactive Ranger Bob treasure hunts, information points throughout the park, and outdoor playground keep children engaged across the 25-hectare grounds.
Minigolf · Ages 4+
The only minigolf course in Rotterdam, set in Euromast Park with an 18-hole course featuring windmills, bridges, and escalating obstacles. Special toy sticks for toddlers under 4. Takes about an hour to complete. Sunny terrace with food and drinks available; popular lunch spot.
Playground · Ages 2–10
A volunteer-run green playground in Melanchtonpark, Schiebroek neighbourhood, themed around the Dutch children's book Pluk van de Petteflet with character sculptures throughout. Features climbing structures, bikes, scooters and a rope course (tokkelbaan), with Wednesday afternoon activities including craft, storytelling, and seasonal celebrations. Enclosed and supervised with a small terrace for parents.
Nature Playground · Ages 2–12
A wild, unmanicured nature playground where children build huts from branches, splash in shallow streams and water features, and explore dense woodland on roughly one hectare. Two sections serve different ages: a gently sloped front area for young children with shallow fountains and wildlife hiding spots, and an adventurous back section with deeper water, a tipi with campfire, and climbing opportunities. Getting muddy and wet is the entire point.
Children's Farm · Ages 2–12
Free petting zoo in the heart of Kralingse Bos offering close interactions with goats, pigs, peacocks, chickens, rabbits and other farm animals. Natural play areas with slides, swings and climbing structures scattered throughout. Staff available to share animal facts; information boards dotted around the farm provide educational details.
Nature Playground · Ages 1–10
Natural playground with views of Kralingse Plas featuring a climbing frame, swings (including baby swing), seesaw and zip line nearby.
Paddling Pool · Ages 0–6
Fenced area with shallow 20cm paddling pool nestled in the 175-hectare Kralingse Bos forest and beside the Kralingse Plas lake. Filled and open spring through summer for toddlers and young children to safely splash and cool off. Adjacent playground for small children and surrounded by picnic lawns, walking trails, and recreational forest—all free and family-friendly.
Theatre · Ages 2+
Intimate 72-seat theatre in Rotterdam's Katendrecht cultural district, home to one of three venues operated by Theater Walhalla. Specialises in jeugdtheater (children's theatre), cabaret, music and drama, with a program mixing established acts and emerging artists. Features an intimate setting decorated with vintage theatrical details—pluche seats, red velvet curtains, dark parquet floor—that creates a special atmosphere for young audiences.
Playground · Ages 4–12
Play area with climbing pyramid, swings, stepping stones, and large paved area, great for scooters or casual sports.
Bakery · All Ages
Artisanal bakery serving handmade sourdough, pastries and fresh bread daily. The Delistraat location features a children's play corner and seating area. Quality coffee, brownies and cheesecake available alongside hot and cold beverages.
Arcade · Ages 4+
A vibrant 5-floor interactive museum housing over 160 vintage and modern pinball machines spanning from 1853 to today, nearly all playable with unlimited free play after entry. Visitors navigate themed floors organized by era and immerse themselves in the craftsmanship and design evolution of pinball across decades, with rare collector's items including the 1853 toupie hollandaise. Features a small on-site restaurant and beautifully themed décor that extends pinball culture throughout the space.
Kids Cafe · Ages 0–4
Intimate kids cafe designed exclusively for babies and toddlers up to age 4. Safe play spaces with certified toys where little ones can crawl, climb, build and explore while parents relax with quality coffee and fresh snacks. Multiple play corners encourage discovery and imaginative play.
Beach · All Ages
Family-friendly beach on Kralingse Plas with amenities like a playground, paddling pool, and slide into the lake. Shallow wading area and plenty of sand makes it a popular choice for families.
Adventure Park · Ages 6+
Nine treetop courses winding through trees with ziplines, obstacle nets and platforms ranging 2.5-18 meters high. Navigate wobbly bridges and ziplines while harnessed to safety cables, with easy routes for confidence-building and extreme courses with bungee jumps for experienced climbers. On-site restaurant serves sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, pizza and beverages.
Botanical Garden · Ages 4+
Eight-hectare botanical garden with over 4,000 trees and plants, including extensive collections of rhododendrons, hostas, cacti and succulents in greenhouses. Peaceful walking grounds with water features, bridges, and an aviary; cafes and restaurant on-site. Wildlife including birds, butterflies and turtles.
Playground · Ages 2–10
A classic neighbourhood playground on the Katendrecht peninsula with climbing equipment, slides, swings and sandpit. Run by volunteers since 1937, with well-maintained equipment and an accessible design suitable for prams and wheelchair users.
Playground · Ages 2–12
Spacious neighbourhood playground situated beside Excelsior stadium in the peaceful Kralingen district. Features a variety of play structures for all ages with well-maintained grounds in a vibrant community setting. Play equipment includes swings, slides, zip line, and climbing structures.
Nature Playground · Ages 2–8
Nature playground set within a residential neighborhood where kids can explore tunnels and bridges, climb wooden structures, swing, and get messy at a mud kitchen,
Skatepark · Ages 5+
One of the Netherlands' largest indoor skateparks across 2,600–3,000 m², in a former Nestlé coffee factory. Includes dedicated zones for skateboard, inline skating, BMX and scootering with obstacles ranging from beginner streetland to double-spine miniramp. Terrace, canteen and video corner.
Children's Farm · Ages 2–12
Urban farm with 50 years of history, home to rare heritage animal breeds including peacocks, goats, sheep, pigs and chickens. Kids can pet animals, walk among livestock in pastures, and explore educational info boards about farm life. Nature playground with timber structures on site.
Nature Reserve · All Ages
Europe's largest rooftop park—a 1.2-kilometer urban oasis built atop a shopping complex, featuring playgrounds, water stairs with flowing water, farm animals and vegetable gardens, and panoramic harbor views. Grassy expanses, pergolas, and seasonal sprinklers for cooling off. Community-run with seasonal programming and events, including the weekly Natuurkids nature program.
Playground · Ages 0–12
Rotterdam's sprawling play harbour with 23+ attractions designed around climbing, scrambling and discovery rather than mechanical rides. Features the eye-catching Beelen Eye ferris wheel offering harbour views, themed play zones like Harvey's Traffic City and Gigi's Climbing World, sand pits, water features, trampolines and skating areas. The park integrates Miniworld Rotterdam's covered miniature world with interactive details, and on-site organic farm produce at the food stalls.
Playground · Ages 4–12
Playground in Rotterdam's Oud-Charlois neighborhood with climbing frame, swings, and mini football pitch. Part of a larger park featuring walking paths, green spaces and a cafe.
Library · All Ages
A neighbourhood branch library in Rotterdam's Charlois district with fresh, colourful redesign. Offers story time, language learning support, games afternoons, and workshops alongside book collections. Welcomes new parents with welcome packs for newborns.
Children's Farm · Ages 2+
A city farm where children can get up close to farm animals including goats, sheep, donkeys, rabbits, and chickens in a green setting with playground. Kids can walk among the animals, peek in stalls, and feed animals with staff supervision on designated days. Educational signage explains animal facts throughout the farm, with a covered shelter providing year-round coffee and tea.
Skatepark · Ages 5+
Recently renovated outdoor skatepark in the Oud-Charlois neighbourhood of Rotterdam. Smaller and quieter than other skateparks in the city.
Theme Park · Ages 2–12
Mixed indoor-outdoor family park with three themed districts: Speelwijck (adventure playgrounds, water park, traffic garden with go-karts), Dierenwijck (zoo with monkeys, wallabies, alpacas, goats), and Wandelwijck (scenic walking areas, rosarium, English garden with fountains). Playground includes slides into pools, climbing walls, bouncy castles, and a historic merry-go-round, plus boat and train rides throughout the park.
Playground · Ages 2–6
Small playground in green Prinses Beatrixplantsoen with swings and a small climbing frame with slide.
Pancake House · All Ages
A family-friendly pancake house nestled in the Kralingse Bos forest with both sweet and savoury Dutch pannenkoeken (fillings baked into the pancakes rather than added after). Features extensive vegetarian and vegan options, a play area for children, free parking, and indoor-outdoor seating surrounded by nature.
Children's Museum · Ages 4–12
A hands-on science and invention workshop where children build, test, and take home their creations. Activities include making soap, constructing race cars and boats, pedaling milkshakes, baking fries, and assembling marble runs. Indoor workshop with rotating activities ensures variety across visits.
Restaurant · All Ages
Family-focused cafe in Hillegersberg neighbourhood serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Features a play corner with toys, games, colouring materials, and kids menus alongside fresh coffee, homemade pastries and French-inspired comfort food.
Wildlife Park · All Ages
A free outdoor deer enclosure housing about 25 fallow deer and peacocks, cared for by foresters within the 200-hectare Kralingse Bos park. Children can watch curious deer up close, particularly baby fawns in spring. Broader area includes a playground, paddling pool, children's farm De Kraal, plus panoramic views of the Rotterdam skyline from lakeside areas.
Playground · Ages 2–12
Historic neighbourhood playground in Rotterdam-Charlois dating to 1950, featuring classic elements including an iconic carousel still in operation alongside modern play equipment such as a play ship, slides, spring rockers, and swings. Clean grounds with toilet, snack shop, and a paddling pool (kikkerbadje) open in summer months for water play.
Swimming Pool · All Ages
Historic natural swimming pool set within wild nature in the Hillegersberg neighbourhood, operating for over 100 years. Features a baby pool, sandbox, diving tower, and floating islands, with hot showers and well-maintained changing areas. Surrounded by lawns perfect for sunbathing and relaxation.
Restaurant · All Ages
Turkish restaurant with indoor seating and rooftop terrace overlooking Rotterdam The Hague Airport runway. Children can watch airplanes take off and land from the play areas. Free parking, stylish contemporary decor, mixed European and Turkish menu with vegetarian options.
Theatre · Ages 2+
Modern performing arts venue in Rotterdam-Zuid with two theatre halls featuring cabaret, dance, theatre, music and youth performances. Houses a library branch and cafe-restaurant on-site. Weekend children's shows regularly scheduled.
Arcade · Ages 4+
An arcade hall with over 30 games spread across two floors, ranging from classic retro favorites to cutting-edge VR experiences. Features racing simulators, shooting games, claw machines, and air hockey. Players collect tickets to win prizes from the redemption center. Located in De Kuip, right next to the iconic Feyenoord stadium in south Rotterdam.
Minigolf · Ages 4+
Interactive minigolf with 14 custom-built holes where you compete for the highest score within a time limit rather than traditional stroke count. Automatic digital scoring replaces paper cards, and the Hollywood-themed venue includes glow elements and a full entertainment center with dining, racing simulators, escape rooms and bowling. Takes approximately one hour to complete.
Working Farm · Ages 3+
The world's first floating dairy farm, moored in Rotterdam's Merwe harbor, houses 40 cows that graze on recycled urban waste and feed from the city. Visitors can observe transparent barn structures showing cattle, milking robots, and dairy production, then purchase fresh yogurt, cheese and milk from the farm shop. This pioneering sustainable agriculture project doubles as an educational center about climate adaptation and circular farming.
Playground · Ages 1+
Historic outdoor playground established in 1927, the oldest in Rotterdam. Features 16+ play structures including cable car and air cushion, volleyball field, football pitch, basketball and table tennis. Splash pad with water in warmer months. Year-round crafts and activities.
Children's Farm · Ages 1+
Urban children's farm at the edge of Zuiderpark offering hands-on encounters with farm animals including cows, geese, rabbits, goats and sheep. Walk the grounds for animal viewing, educational signage about traditional Dutch agriculture, and guided staff conversations; additionally featuring a heritage garden and educational vegetable plot. Regular free festivals (spring, winter, sheep-shearing) plus seasonal activities like bread-baking and birthday celebrations available.
Children's Farm · Ages 1–12
A restored historic sheep farm on Rotterdam's countryside where families can pet lambs, bottle-feed animals, and interact with sheep, goats, cows and chickens. Adjacent Speelnatuur playground offers climbing over logs, building huts and forest exploring, while a lunchroom serves local Schieveense spiced cake and coffee on a terrace with skyline views. Wednesday and Saturday wool workshops run drop-in style, and weekend guides give talks about the rural landscape.
Children's Farm · Ages 2–10
A community-run children's farm in the Heijplaat harbour district where kids playfully interact with farm animals and learn animal care. Hands-on activities include brushing goats, collecting fresh eggs, making egg salad, and pony rides (up to size 128). Educational programs and guided nature walks available for school groups and workshops.
Indoor Playground · Ages 0–12
Large indoor playground with multi-level climbing structures, trampolines, ball pools, slides and laser tag for children. Dedicated Peuter Zone (toddler area) for ages 1-3 with low slides and soft play. Bowling lanes sized for children and various activities including regular shows and clown visits.
Adventure Park · Ages 4+
Netherlands' largest indoor-outdoor climbing and zip park spanning 7,000 m², combining sport climbing, rope courses, ziplines (including a unique rollercoaster zipline), tubing slides, and net adventure parcours. Tiered height options from 1m to 20m allow both novices and daredevils to test themselves, with specialized activities like the Puppy Climbing Course for younger children and a 20-metre freefall for thrill-seekers.
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
One of the Netherlands' largest indoor play structures with four floors of ball pits, slides, inflatables and climbing frames. Separate zones for toddlers (1-4) and older children (4-12), plus outdoor play area open in dry weather. Parents can supervise from observation areas while enjoying coffee or snacks.
Playground · Ages 1–12
A neighbourhood playground with traditional play structures (two castles, cable car, swings, flying mole) for older kids, plus a water garden open May-September with water pumps, water features, and splash pool for young children.
Children's Farm · Ages 1+
A working city farm with cows, horses, geese, goats, chickens and small rodents across 3 hectares in the green Ommoord neighborhood. Visitors walk freely among grazing animals, brush goats, peek into stalls, and explore an on-site playground. Educational programmes available; children can feed animals and learn about farm life.
Children's Farm · Ages 2–12
City farm featuring rare Dutch heritage farm animals including cows, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits and ponies in a natural garden setting. Children can feed animals, interact with them, and participate in seasonal events like spring festival and sheep shearing day. Regular free activities monthly include grooming ponies, feeding animals and crafting.
Nature Playground · Ages 0–12
An inclusive outdoor playground specially designed for children of all ages and abilities. Features a striking six-metre-high climbing tower, rubber safety flooring with swings, zip line, water features (including seasonal splash pad), and other equipment set in a green environment. Maintained by volunteers and students from a local special education school.
Indoor Playground · Ages 1–12
Sprawling indoor play structure spanning 2,000 m² with climbing obstacles, tunnels, slides, trampolines, and ball pits. Separate toddler zone for ages 1-3, plus lasergame arena, photo booth, and theater stage. On-site café for parents.
Skatepark · Ages 5+
850 m² skatepark with soft transitions and low obstacles, purpose-built for young skaters. Features a bowl connected to street section with hubbas, quarterpipes, jump boxes, funboxes, mini-ramp, kickers and handrails. Scenic waterside location next to Zevenhuizerplas lake with smooth ground and chill vibes.
Kids Cafe · Ages 0–6
Child-friendly café combined with gift shop and toy boutique. Features a dedicated play corner where children can enjoy toys and play kitchen while adults relax over quality coffee, light bites, and homemade cakes. Located near Nesselande metro station and lake, with sun-soaked south-facing terrace.
We use cookies to improve your experience and analyze site traffic. By clicking "Accept", you consent to our use of cookies. Check out our privacy policy for more details.
Sign in to save specific locations to your account.
