Family trip to Leeuwarden with children. Ideas on where to go with your child
Those planning a holiday with children in Leeuwarden should include a visit to the Aqua Zoo Friesland in the excursion program. This zoo is quite extraordinary. All its inhabitants live in huge landscaped enclosures. Also, there are several beautiful lakes on the territory of the zoo with fishes swimming in them. The lakes have also become home to fur seals and waterfowl; they are an integral part of the unique landscape and make a stroll through the zoo incredibly interesting. Many beautiful playgrounds are available in the zoo for children. Cozy recreation areas which adults will certainly love are also present.
Leeuwarden is the capital of the province of Friesland, so in addition to traditional Dutch food, you can also try original Friesian dishes in local restaurants. Such include a variety of … Open
Leeuwarden Residents are known for cherishing their traditions, hard work and an indifferent attitude to modern cultural trends. In 2018, the city was declared the cultural capital of … Open
For the youngest travelers, a suitable place for recreation can be found in the city too – the indoor entertainment center Monkey Town. There are several bright gaming halls with slides, gymnastic attractions, as well as safe inflatable attractions here for the youngest children. You can also see original labyrinths and children’s favorite dry pools, trampolines, as well as a large selection of toys they would like. A pleasant addition to the holiday will be the presence of a cozy in-house cafe in the entertainment center. This leisure center is visited by vacationers with school-age children. They are attracted here by a first-class hall for laser games.
In the very heart of the city is one of its main historical symbols - the “falling” De Oldehove Tower. The erection of the church tower began in the first half of the 16th century. Now … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Leeuwarden and surroundings
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Amusement parks near Leeuwarden
♥ Amusement park 'Kameleondorp' Terhorne, 18.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Familiepark Nienoord' Leek, 39 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Duinen Zathe' Appelscha, 44.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Verkeerspark Assen' Assen, 55 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Sprookjeshof' Zuidlaren, 59.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Kameleondorp' Terhorne, 18.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Familiepark Nienoord' Leek, 39 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Duinen Zathe' Appelscha, 44.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Verkeerspark Assen' Assen, 55 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Sprookjeshof' Zuidlaren, 59.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Leeuwarden
♥ Water park 'Aqua Mexicana' Slagharen, 81.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquaventura' Hellendoorn, 99.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'WipeOut Zoelen' , 143.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Dutch Water Dreams' Zoetermeer, 155.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aqua Mexicana' Slagharen, 81.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquaventura' Hellendoorn, 99.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'WipeOut Zoelen' , 143.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Dutch Water Dreams' Zoetermeer, 155.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Aquariums in Leeuwarden and nearby
♥ Aquarium 'Aqua Zoo Friesland' , 4.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Dolfinarium Harderwijk' , 95.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Burgers Zoo' Arnhem, 132.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Aqua Zoo Friesland' , 4.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Dolfinarium Harderwijk' , 95.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Burgers Zoo' Arnhem, 132.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Zoos and gardens in/near Leeuwarden
♥ Zoo 'Taman Indonesia' Kallenkote, 50.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen' Emmen, 85.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Dolfinarium Harderwijk' Harderwijk, 95.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Dierenpark Wissel' Epe, 96.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Apenheul' Apeldoorn, 109.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Taman Indonesia' Kallenkote, 50.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen' Emmen, 85.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Dolfinarium Harderwijk' Harderwijk, 95.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Dierenpark Wissel' Epe, 96.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Apenheul' Apeldoorn, 109.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Famous sights of Leeuwarden
Schokland and Surroundings
From the series “Top 15 Unesco Sites in Europe”
Check on the map: Distance from Leeuwarden center - 63.2 km.
In 1859, due to constant flooding, it was decided to resettle local residents to other, safer parts of the country. After the island became uninhabited, the lighthouse and harbor, which employed a few dozen people, remained active. The lighthouse on the island served until the mid-20th century, and then was taken to pieces. …
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Children attractions (aquaparks, zoos, amusement parks) on the map of Leeuwarden
Guide to sightseeing and entertainment for children in Leeuwarden - parks, attractions, museums, zoos, water-parks. All fascinating and educational sites of Leeuwarden, which are must visit and see for your child. Find out the best discovery routes and places for kids (local theaters, exhibitions and museums), where you can spend quality time together. Leeuwarden for families with children.