Located just 45 minutes from Rotterdam port by car, The Hague is best known for being home to the U.N.’s International Court of Justice. However, despite this important role, there are loads of amazingly fun things to do in The Hague for families with children of all ages.
Family fun at Madurodam
One of the best things to do in The Hague for families is to discover the whole of Holland in miniature at Madurodam. This unique attraction boasts all of the country’s top cities and landmarks on a 1:25 scale, so you can see all the sights without leaving The Hague! In addition to these amazing models, there’s plenty of opportunities to interact with different attractions as you wander around the park, which are sure to entertain both kids and the young at heart.
Interactive experiences include seeing what it would be like to be a national footballer, controlling the waterways, loading a miniature ship with containers, mixing your own music on DJ decks, and finding out how much you weigh in cheese! You’ll be able to see Dutch cities, like Amsterdam, in perfect detail despite their size, and can marvel at mini trains, planes, and boats too.
Ideal for children of all ages, you can bring your little one in their buggy, or rent one when you arrive, and there are convenient lockers where you can store anything you won’t need to hand as you explore the attraction. Ready for the kids to let off steam? Let them loose on the two playgrounds while you sit on the café terrace and watch them having a great time. There is a Miffy playground for younger children, where they can have their photo taken with the famous cartoon bunny, and the Waddenzee playground for older explorers which is home to an exciting fishing boat and zip line!
Visit Scheveningen
Regardless of the weather, the whole family will love a day at Scheveningen, as The Hague’s beach resort offers loads to do come rain or shine! On sunny days, you’ll love relaxing on the long stretch of sand while the kids paddle in the sea, build sandcastles, or fly kites, and the little ones will love the indoor ‘Play and Bounce’ during the colder months.
Take a walk down the pier whatever the weather for great views of both the beach and the town, and stop off at some of the lovely bars and restaurants for refreshments along the way. On the pier, you’ll find a tall Ferris wheel which offers 20 minute rides, and any adrenaline junkies in the family will love the zip line which travels up to 80kmph over 350m!
Scheveningen plays host to a number of festivals throughout the year, so take a look at what might be happening in the area during your visit. The kite and firework festivals are among some of the top displays in The Hague for families.
Discover Drievliet Amusement Park
The Hague’s amusement park, Drievliet, provides loads of fun options for people of all ages. With 35 attractions to discover, you won’t be bored for a moment during your time here. So whether you want to ride on rollercoasters, watch a show, or take advantage of one of the play areas, you can be confident that you will all have a fantastic time.
Drievliet is home to a number of awesome rides, including four fantastic rollercoasters and a spooky ghost museum that is only suitable for the bravest of visitors. You’ll also find the Laughing Cave, which is full of funny distorted mirrors, and the Jungle River, which might make you a bit wet as you float along in your hollowed-out log. Kids will also love Fountain Square where they can have a wonderful time dodging water jets – a great way to cool down in the summer!
When it comes to shows, Drievliet has a few entertaining options to choose from. Meet the animals as they introduce you to their habitat in the Jungle Show, or see the Pirate Show and marvel at their impressive collection of stunts. Don’t miss out on the chance to hunt for hidden treasure in ‘The Curse of Skull Rock’ too. This 5D cinema experience is full of amazing special effects and was named as the Best Children’s Animation film at the prestigious Stuttgart Film Festival.
With so many awesome things for families to do in The Hague, book your Hull to Rotterdam ferry crossing with us and start planning your fun-filled family trip today!
