Holidays with children
Noordwijk is a popular travel destination in the Netherlands for the whole family. Not only because of the beautiful and child-friendly beach, but also because of the countless adventures that you can experience here. From the climbing forest and dwarf village path to various natural playgrounds and much more. Discover the best places and activities for an unforgettable day in Noordwijk with the children.
Landscape Park and Playground Noordwijk
A paradise for families! Here, children can let loose and have endless fun while parents enjoy a relaxing day in nature.
The landscape (play) park offers a variety of adventurous play equipment and natural play areas where children can climb, scramble, and explore to their heart's content.
From challenging climbing towers, slides, swings to sand and water play areas, there is something for every child to enjoy. All hidden among various grasses, flowers and other wildflowers. The park is designed with safety and creativity in mind, allowing children to explore nature through play and make new friends.
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The Largest Sand Playground in the Netherlands
On the beach of Noordwijk, there's always something fun for children to do! Bring a bucket and spade, and the kids will have hours of fun in the sand. From building sandcastles to searching for seashells, the possibilities are endless. Let their creativity run wild and enjoy a day full of play and adventure on the coast of Noordwijk.
Additionally, there are several beach clubs with playgrounds, such as the large playground at De Zeemeeuw or the awesome dune playground, Speeltuin Speelzandt, at Strandplaats Nederzandt.
Kids events - For a day out with the kids, check out the best events for children here.
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Expositie 'Krantenstrips, The First Influencers'
Expositie 'Krantenstrips, The First Influencers'
until 17 November
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Knutselen in de zomervakantie - Stoffig stel
Knutselen in de zomervakantie - Stoffig stel
27 July, 3 August and 2 more days
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Welkom in de Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen
Welkom in de Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen
until 6 April 2026
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Striphelden speurtocht - Noordwijk aan Zee
Striphelden speurtocht - Noordwijk aan Zee
until 31 August
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Cirque des Dunes & Vuurwerkshow Noordwijk
Cirque des Dunes & Vuurwerkshow Noordwijk
Saturday 3 August
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Inloopochtend Jan Verwey Natuurcentrum
Inloopochtend Jan Verwey Natuurcentrum
3 August, 7 September and 3 more days
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Bouw een zelfrijdende F1 wagen van Technisch Lego - Bibliotheek
Bouw een zelfrijdende F1 wagen van Technisch Lego - Bibliotheek
Friday 23 August
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Oranjefeesten en Kermis Noordwijkerhout
Oranjefeesten en Kermis Noordwijkerhout
30 August until 6 September
Walking and Playing in Nature
Noordwijk offers numerous opportunities for hiking with children in its beautiful natural surroundings. Discover the children's hiking trails that lead you through forests, dunes, and along the beach. Enjoy the fresh air and soothing sounds of nature as you embark on adventures together.
Along the way, children can have fun in the climbing forest at Nieuw Leeuwenhorst forest, where they can climb and scramble among the trees. Alternatively, visit the gnome forest, where they can explore the homes of gnomes along the Duinkabouterpad.
For outdoor play in De Zilk, you can visit playground Speeltuin de Duinrand, and for an adventurous water playground, head to De Speelakker in Noordwijkerhout. Prefer indoor activities? You can do that, for instance, at Palace Hotel Noordwijk in the Miniclub.
“ Children are great imitators. So give them something great to imitate. ”
Go on a quest for the dwarf village
Go on a quest for the dwarf village hidden in the Waterleidingduinen. There is no specific children's walk to the dwarf forest, but the search makes it all the more fun. The dwarf village is about a 1.2 kilometer walk from the main entrance (Joppeweg 1, De Zilk).
Follow the paved walking path. As soon as you cross the water you are close to the gnomes. After about three hundred meters you take the dirt path into the dunes. Keep an eye out for red pointed hats.
Children’s activities - Whether it’s indoor or outdoor activities, Noordwijk has something for all ages!
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All American Minigolf
All American Minigolf
Langelaan 2
2211 XT Noordwijkerhout -
Kinderboerderij 't Schaapsherdertje
Kinderboerderij 't Schaapsherdertje
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Schnipseljagd scavenger hunt: Tulip -Noordwijk - Kids - Katwijk - Leiden
Schnipseljagd scavenger hunt: Tulip -Noordwijk - Kids - Katwijk - Leiden
Koninging Wilhelmina Boulevard 34
Noordwijk
Space Expo kids-proof museum
Discover the space museum of the Netherlands and how space travel is fully present in our daily lives. See rocket parts and a full-size model of the lunar lander. Experience what it's like to be an astronaut. You see how an astronaut eats, sleeps and lives. Learn all about planets, the formation of stars and gravity.
Space Expo is a fun and educational outing for the whole family (for all ages) and has been designated a Kids-proof museum. This makes the museum one of the 52 most child-friendly museums in the Netherlands.
Get to know space and astronautics in a unique way in Noordwijk.
Go on mission
Animals & Nature
Animals hold an enormous attraction for children. Let them cuddle and play with animals at the petting zoo! And there’s also plenty to do at the petting zoo. Discover all the animals at De Dierenhoeve in Noordwijkerhout or at ‘t Schaapsherdertje. And take a walk around the Nieuw Leeuwenhorst Estate where the kids can romp around in the climbing forest. Just be sure to bring dry clothes!
The best deals for and with children - A day out, a weekend break or looking for a fun activity during the holidays? View the best deals here!
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The Kids Schnipseljagd Noordwijk Tour (4-8 yrs)
The Kids Schnipseljagd Noordwijk Tour (4-8 yrs)
€ 19.00
Healthy and fun dining out with children
Delicious, healthy and fun for breakfast or lunch, there are so many venues in Noordwijk where kids can eat well while also enjoying themselves before, during or after the meal. Child-friendly restaurants like the Pannenkoekenboerderij Langs Berg en Dal ‘pancake farm’ have an indoor playroom and even a children’s cinema, and Eeterij de Beleving has both an indoor and an outdoor playground and is fully equipped for delicious dining. The beachclubs and restaurants along the boulevard also often have special children’s menus.
For a rainy day
If you’ve ever dreamt of being an astronaut for a day, check out the child-friendly Space Expo. If you simply want to use up your energy, go jumping at the indoor fun park Jumpin Noordwijk or the indoor playground, KidsZoo.
