Explore The Hague with your family through these 5 handpicked outings. As a longtime resident with kids born here, I've personally tested them all (except Gevangenpoort for very young ones). They're ideal for all ages, blending education, fun, and adventure.
My husband grew up in The Hague, our children were born here, and I've called it home for over 15 years—after 13 years in Suriname. We're rediscovering our city through staycations and family visits. With world-class museums and two amusement parks, it's a kid paradise. Other gems like Madurodam, Duinrell, and Omniversum are worth it too—I've loved Madurodam and Duinrell as a child, and the kids enjoyed Omniversum (despite my migraine mishap ruining my last visit).
These spots suit various ages and interests—we've done them with older kids, but most work for little ones too.
Nestled on Scheveningen Boulevard, this compact aquarium (in a former pool I loved as a kid) pairs perfectly with beach time. Older kids breezed through quickly, but it's engaging for ages up to 10—hands-on learning without feeling like school.
Sealife Scheveningen Details
Strandweg 13, The Hague
Website: Sealife Scheveningen
Hours: Daily 10 AM–6 PM (July/Aug: till 8 PM)
Getting There: Paid parking nearby; walk the boulevard. Trams 1/9 or buses 21/22/23 (Kurhaus stop).
Tickets: €16 adults; €12.50 (3–11 yrs). 25% online discount. Group deals for schools/birthdays.
This museum shines with year-round kids' programs, especially holidays—like interactive treasure hunts on cultures and history. We strutted a 1800s fashion show! Activities rotate, so check the site.
Museon Details
Stadhouderslaan 37, The Hague
Website: Museon | Email: info@museon.nl | Phone: 070-3381338
Hours: Tue–Sun 11 AM–5 PM (Mon closed except holidays)
Tickets: €12.50 adults; €9.50 (12–18); €7.50 (4–11); €38 family (2 adults+2 kids); free under 3/Museum Card/CJP.
Getting There: €1.70/hr parking post-1 PM. Trams 16/buses 24 (Museon stop).
Once a pet shop (Vogelkelder), Avonturia now offers family fun: treasure hunts, free-roaming parrots/flamingos, and a cozy café. Spend hours petting and exploring—perfect for animal lovers.
Avonturia Details
Kerketuinenweg 3, The Hague
Website: Avonturia | Phone: 070-3637272
Hours: Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM; Sat 9 AM–5 PM; Sun noon–5 PM. Check site for events (pets welcome sometimes).
Getting There: Free parking; nearby trams/buses.
Tickets: Free (small fees for some activities).
Best for older kids—this historic prison tour reveals grim tales of inmates and torture (view actual devices). Creepy yet captivating; glad for modern times!
Gevangenpoort Details
Buitenhof 33, The Hague
Website: Prison Gate | Email: info@gevangenpoort.nl | Phone: 070-3460861
Hours: Tue–Fri 10 AM–5 PM; Sat–Sun noon–5 PM (Mon closed).
Getting There: Paid city parking or 10-min walk from Central Station.
Tickets: €10 adults; €6 (under 12); free Museum Card.
On The Hague's edge, this compact park thrills all ages with age-zoned attractions—no mega coasters, just family-friendly rides. My kids adore it; we're heading back soon!
Drievliet Details
Avenue van 's Gravenmade 81, The Hague
Website: Drievliet | Phone: 070-3999305
Hours: 10 AM–5:30/6 PM (attractions vary).
Getting There: Large parking lot; tram 15 (Laan van 's Gravenmade).
Tickets: €23.50; free under 1m/55+ Wed after noon.
Which have you tried? More Hague spots here.
