Holland with Kids and Teens: The Ultimate Family Vacation Guide
- Inbal Tur-Shalom ענבל טור-שלום
- Oct 14, 2019
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 25
School breaks are coming up, and your family is ready for the next big trip. In recent years, Holland has become one of the top destinations for families — easy to travel, full of attractions for all ages, and blessed with a calm, welcoming atmosphere that brings people together. From flat landscapes dotted with windmills to canal cruises, cycling routes, theme parks, and world-class museums, Holland is the perfect mix of fun and culture.
Below is a curated list of the most popular family attractions — plus a few hidden gems that most tourists miss.
Travel Tips for Family vacation in Holland
Some attractions are open year-round, but many are outdoors — so winter visitors often wonder if it’s worth going. Look for the ❄ icon next to spots that are still great in the colder months.
💡 Planning a winter trip to Amsterdam? Don’t miss my guide: How to Enjoy Amsterdam in Winter
💡 Visiting during Christmas or New Year’s? See my post: Winter Holidays in Amsterdam: Events & Lights
💡 Combining Amsterdam with other cities? Check out: Amsterdam with Kids and Teens
Top Family Attractions in the Netherlands
1. Keukenhof Gardens (Spring Only)
From mid-late March to early-mid May, millions of tulips bloom in one of the world’s most beautiful parks. Every year has a unique theme, creating stunning color displays. Plan to spend at least 2.5–3 hours wandering the gardens.
Distance from Amsterdam: ~40 minutes by car.
Tickets: Keukenhof entry + shuttle from Amsterdam.
Bonus Experience: Self-drive tulip field tour.
2. Muiderslot Castle ❄
A 700-year-old medieval fortress just 15 km southeast of Amsterdam. Explore towers, narrow passages, gardens, and a “treasure hunt” that turns kids into knights and princesses.
Tickets: Buy here.
Nearby: The Dutch Fortress Museum (20 min drive) with cannon firing demos and boat tours.
3. Zaanse Schans
A recreated 19th-century village with historic windmills, cheese-making, wooden clogs, and scenic canals.
4. De Hoge Veluwe National Park & Kröller-Müller Museum
Holland’s largest nature reserve with forests, dunes, and wildlife. Includes one of the world’s top Van Gogh collections, plus sculptures by Monet, Picasso, and more.
Tickets: National Park entry, Museum tickets and a combined ticket for both National Park and museum.
5. Corpus Museum ❄
An interactive “journey through the human body,” great for ages 6+.
6. Madurodam
Miniature Holland at a 1:25 scale — plus an interactive “New York origins” exhibit.
Tickets: Book here.
7. Scheveningen Pier Ferris Wheel
Located in The Hague’s beach district — perfect for a sunset ride.
Tickets: Book here.
A storybook-style pancake restaurant with indoor and outdoor play areas, slides, trampolines, and fairy-tale trails.
9. Theme Parks
Walibi Holland: Thrill rides for adrenaline seekers.
Efteling: The “Disneyland of the Netherlands” with fairy-tale zones, ghost stories, and family rides.
10. Bonus Museums
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