Berlin with Kids: The Best Activities and Practical Tips

Is a vacation with kids in Berlin worth it?

Berlin is one of the most popular destinations for a city break in Europe. But is it also a great choice for families traveling with children?

We think: absolutely! Of course, we’re a little biased — some of our 22places team members live in Berlin with their families. So you’re getting the full inside scoop for your family vacation here.

There are loads of sights in Berlin that kids genuinely enjoy. Plus, there are plenty of activities for kids — indoors when the weather’s bad and outdoors when summer is in full swing.

Berlin is also a seriously green city, so you’ll find many parks and open spaces to relax with your kids, plus countless playgrounds even right in the city center.

Even with all its energy and buzz, a trip to Berlin with kids is absolutely worth it!

An overview of our 23 must-see attractions in Berlin for families with children

1. Boat tour
2. Bus ride
3. TV Tower
4. Zoo & Aquarium
5. Zoo
6. Legoland
7. Berlin Dungeon
8. Parks with Playgrounds
9. Natural History Museum
10. Technology Museum
11. Computer Museum
12. Germany Museum
13. German Spy Museum
14. ANOHA
15. Studio of Wonders
16. Gardens of the World
17. FEZ
18. Lübars Amusement Park
19. Plötzensee Amusement Park
20. Jungfernheide Forest High Ropes Course
21. Surfing at Wellenwerk
22. Holland Park
23. Filmpark Babelsberg
24. Tropical Islands

Classic Berlin highlights that kids will love too

These are the best things to do in Berlin that the whole family can enjoy without the little ones losing interest.

A boat tour on the Spree

• Perfect for: Children of all ages
• How much time to plan: 1 hour
• Cost: 20 euros, children 10 euros, free for children under 6
• Online ticket: Boat tour on the Spree

Almost every kid loves a boat ride, right? That’s why cruising on the Spree is the perfect thing to do in Berlin with children.

You can relax together and take in some of the city’s most iconic landmarks from the water. The classic sightseeing cruises on the Spree pass by many Berlin highlights, including Berlin Cathedral, Museum Island, and the Reichstag.

For children, we recommend the one-hour boat tour — kids tend to get restless on longer trips.

A guide shares fun and interesting facts about Berlin along the way. There’s also a restroom on board, and you can order drinks and small snacks.

Book a boat tour on the Spree with live commentary

City tour of Berlin by bus

• Perfect for: Children ages 3 and up
• How much time to plan: 1 hour
• Cost: Starting at 28 euros (Hop-On/Hop-Off), Bus 100 with public transit ticket
• Online ticket: City tour by bus

The classic among Berlin tours is the Hop-On/Hop-Off bus — available in pretty much every city, but always a winner. Your kids are sure to love riding on a double-decker sightseeing bus.

But with the BVG’s Bus Line 100, Berlin has another ace up its sleeve. The No. 100 bus is part of the city’s public transit network, and its route passes so many sights that it feels like a hop-on/hop-off tour — for the price of a standard transit ticket.

The No. 100 stops at Alexanderplatz, Berlin Cathedral, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and many other landmarks. This is definitely the more budget-friendly alternative to a traditional city tour.

Note: The No. 100 bus is no secret in Berlin. It’s usually quite crowded, runs irregularly, and often gets stuck in traffic due to construction. That said, a ride on the No. 100 is still totally worth it!

Book the Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus with City Circle

Berlin TV Tower

• Perfect for: Children ages 3 and up
• How much time to allow: 2 hours
• Cost: starting at 28.50 euros, children 18.50 euros, free for children under 4
• Online ticket: Berlin TV Tower

The TV Tower is Berlin’s most recognizable landmark and one of the city’s most popular vantage points. At 368 meters, it’s also the tallest building in Germany.

From the observation deck at 203 meters, you get a fantastic 360-degree panorama of Berlin. One floor up, you can grab a bite in the revolving restaurant as the platform slowly rotates.

If you’re traveling with kids, we’d skip the restaurant and just head straight to the observation deck. For the kids, the elevator ride alone is a real adventure: it travels at 6 meters per second and reaches the top in under 40 seconds.

There are several ticket options for the TV Tower — you’ll find all the details in our article about the Berlin TV Tower.

Either way, book your ticket in advance — the walk-in line is way too long:

Get tickets for the observation deck

Zoo & Aquarium

• Perfect for: Children of all ages
• How much time to allow: at least 2 hours
• Cost: 17 euros (combined ticket: 24 euros), children 8.50 euros, free for children under 4
• Online ticket: Zoo & Aquarium

Honestly, we’re not huge fans of zoos or aquariums and have tended to skip them. But when you’re traveling with kids, animal parks are genuinely a great call. The kids love it, and that’s what counts.

In Berlin, there are two options: the Zoologischer Garten in City West and the Tierpark in the eastern part of the city. We’ll get to the Tierpark in a moment.

The big advantage of the zoo is its location: right on the Ku’damm, right in the heart of City West. Plus, you can also visit the aquarium. Depending on the weather, you can decide on the spot — aquarium if it’s raining, zoo if the sun is out.

Since the zoo isn’t enormous, you don’t need to plan a full day. Just one to two hours is enough to see a good bit. If you go for the combo ticket for the zoo and aquarium, plan for at least four hours.

Zoo

• Perfect for: Children of all ages
• How much time to plan: at least half a day
• Cost: 15.50 euros, children 7.50 euros, free for children under 4
• Online ticket: Tierpark Berlin

The Tierpark is located in the Friedrichsfelde district — which sounds far away, but it’s really not. It’s just under 30 minutes from Alexanderplatz on the U5.

We still highly recommend it. Because what the zoo has in location, the Tierpark has in sheer scale!

At 160 hectares, it’s the largest landscape zoo in Europe. The animals have more space, the enclosures are bigger, and there’s so much more greenery. Plan a full day here — it’s worth it.

Note: Admission to the Tierpark is 1–2 euros cheaper than at the zoo.

Legoland Discovery Center

Legoland is located in the Sony Center at Potsdamer Platz (© debu55y)

• Perfect for: Children ages 4 and up
• How much time to plan: 2 hours
• Cost: 18 euros, free for children under 2
• Online ticket: Legoland Berlin

The kids will have a blast at Legoland — that’s pretty much guaranteed. Whether it’s the indoor playground or the 4D cinema, there’s something here for every child.

Older kids can test their skills at the Ninjago City Adventure. The little ones can run wild at the Duplo Farm. And the Miniature World or Dragon Coaster are fun for everyone.

The one downside: children ages 2 to 14 pay full price. That can make it a pricey outing for a bigger family.

Get your skip-the-line ticket for Legoland Berlin

Berlin Dungeon

• Perfect for: Children ages 10 and up
• How much time to allow: 1 hour
• Cost: starting at 24 euros, children 17 euros
• Online ticket: Berlin Dungeon

If you’re in Berlin with older kids, this is a great way to make sightseeing feel like an adventure.

At the Berlin Dungeon, you dive into Berlin’s gruesome history and experience the city’s past in a seriously interactive way.

Some highlights include the torture chamber, the elevator of horror, and Plague Street — we’ll leave the rest for you to discover.

To skip the line, buy your ticket in advance:

Get a skip-the-line ticket to the Berlin Dungeon

Playgrounds and family-friendly parks in Berlin

Once you’ve worked through the classic sights in Berlin, you’ll definitely need a breather. Or maybe the kids just want to burn off some energy at a playground?

Berlin has loads of inner-city parks and playgrounds that are perfect for a break from sightseeing.

Cool Playgrounds and Parks in Berlin

Finding a good playground is always a mission on city trips with kids. Fortunately, in Berlin there’s a playground or park on practically every corner. Here are our favorite spots to make it easy for you.

A great starting point for the whole family is Park am Gleisdreieck, just a few minutes from Potsdamer Platz. This former railway brownfield has been transformed into a popular hangout for families, recreational athletes, and tourists alike.

Park am Gleisdreieck is very spacious, with playgrounds and areas for various sports. The Technikmuseum (our No. 10) is just a short walk away, so it’s easy to combine both in one visit.

That’s our top pick for a sightseeing break in Berlin. But there are plenty more parks well worth a stop with the kids.

Our picks for beautiful parks in Berlin:

• Viktoriapark in Kreuzberg: From the highest point, you get a great view of the city. There’s also a playground and plenty of space to relax. The waterfall is the real highlight!
• Volkspark Friedrichshain: A popular park with several playgrounds, sports facilities, the Märchenbrunnen (Fairy Tale Fountain), a wading pool, and plenty of shady spots. In summer, there’s also an outdoor movie theater.
• Tempelhofer Feld: Berlin’s most beloved open space at the decommissioned Tempelhof Airport. You’ll always find a great spot here to play, walk, picnic, barbecue, bike, or skate.

In addition to parks, Berlin also has some seriously cool playgrounds your kids will love.

Our picks for cool playgrounds in Berlin:

• Märchenspielplatz Schöneberg: A lovingly designed playground with a wooden fairy-tale castle and loads of climbing opportunities for children of all ages. Cafés and restaurants are nearby (Google Maps).
• Weltspielplatz Treptower Park: A huge playground where the different continents are playfully represented. Located in Treptower Park, right on the Spree across from the Insel der Jugend (Google Maps).
• Humboldthain Adventure Playground: Large playground in Humboldthain Public Park with slides, climbing structures, and plenty of room to play (Google Maps).
• Playground at Klausenerplatz: Charming Petterson and Findus playground with red Swedish playhouses across from Charlottenburg Palace (Google Maps).
• Playground at Arkonaplatz: Large playground with shaded areas and many cafés and restaurants nearby. There’s a weekly market at Arkonaplatz every Friday (Google Maps).

Museums in Berlin that kids will love

Berlin is a paradise for museum lovers! Visitors can choose from 175 museums in the city. Among them are several that your kids will absolutely love. Here are our favorite kid-friendly museums in Berlin.

Natural History Museum

The huge Brachiosaurus skeleton is one of the highlights for children at the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin (© alfredo.machus)

• Perfect for: Children ages 4 and up
• How much time to plan: 2–3 hours
• Cost: 11 euros, children 5 euros, free for children under 6
• Online tickets: Natural History Museum

The Museum of Natural History is one of the most popular family attractions in Berlin — and it’s easy to see why.

You can explore the world of dinosaurs and see real skeletons up close, including a 13-meter-tall Brachiosaurus skeleton.

The crowd favorite is Tristan Otto — the original skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus rex. Even adults who aren’t dinosaur fans are seriously impressed.

To avoid the ticket counter queue, book online in advance with a timed entry slot.

Our tip: Admission is free on the first Sunday of every month!

Book a timed-entry ticket for the Natural History Museum

German Museum of Technology

• Perfect for: Children ages 3 and up
• How much time to plan: 2 hours
• Cost: 12 euros, free for those under 18

The German Museum of Technology at Gleisdreieck is a must-see for families visiting Berlin with kids — there’s genuinely no way to get bored here.

You and your kids can dive into the cultural history of technology: from hot-air balloons and steam locomotives to ocean-going ships and computers.

Right at the entrance hangs an original “raisin bomber” from the Berlin Airlift of 1948–49. That alone is enough to make most kids’ eyes go wide.

In the permanent exhibition at the Science Center Spektrum, touching is expressly encouraged! Kids can playfully experiment with electricity and light effects — it’s hands-on learning at its best.

Our tip: Admission is free on the first Sunday of every month!

Get tickets for the German Museum of Technology

Computer Game Museum

• Perfect for: Children ages 6 and up
• How much time to plan: 1–2 hours
• Cost: starting at 12 euros, children 8 euros, free for children under 6
• Online tickets: Computer Games Museum

The Computer Games Museum is something of an under-the-radar pick among Berlin’s museums. But especially if you’re visiting Berlin with older kids, it’s really worth a stop.

As the name suggests, it’s all about video games!

Parents will get their money’s worth too — it’s a fantastic trip down memory lane to their youth, with retro games from the early days of the industry. Your kids can try out the latest tech games or marvel at the strange things their parents used to play.

It’s worth booking your ticket online in advance. Tickets on Tiqets are slightly more expensive than at the museum’s own shop, but you get more flexibility and can cancel for free.

To the Computer Game Museum’s ticket shop

Book your online ticket for the Computer Game Museum on Tiqets

Germany Museum Berlin

At the Deutschlandmuseum Berlin, history becomes an adventure — for the whole family.

On a journey through 2,000 years of history, you step into lifelike settings that feel like real places from the past. Modern 4D technology with moving scenes, sounds, lighting effects, and even matching scents brings bygone eras to life.

Really cool: knowledge is conveyed in a genuinely playful way here. Kids experience history in an exciting way, while adults discover new details.

Perfect for families, curious kids, and anyone who wants to experience history interactively.

Get tickets for the Deutschlandmuseum Berlin

German Spy Museum

Off to the world of secret agents! At the German Spy Museum Berlin, you can go on exciting missions and find out how spies used their tricks, codes, and gadgets — past and present.

The absolute highlight for the kids: the interactive laser obstacle course. Sneak through a web of laser beams just like in a spy movie. You can even turn it into a little family challenge — who’s the better spy?

Beyond the lasers, there are secret hideouts, encrypted messages, and real-life spy stories to discover. Kids learn all about agents in a fun, hands-on way. It’s a great action-packed family outing in Berlin.

Buy tickets for the German Spy Museum

ANOHA – Children's World at the Jewish Museum Berlin

• Perfect for: Toddlers
• How much time to plan: 1–2 hours
• Cost: Free admission; book a time slot ticket
• Online ticket: ANOHA time slot ticket

ANOHA Children’s World, located directly across from the Jewish Museum, is a fantastic indoor activity for kids of all ages — especially on a rainy day, and you actually learn something too.

The centerpiece is a huge, round wooden ark where (wooden) animals from all over the world have found a home. Kids can play, climb, and run wild throughout the whole space.

Best of all: admission to ANOHA is free. You do need to book a timed entry slot in advance to guarantee your spot. A few tickets are also available at the door for spontaneous visits — but an online booking gives you peace of mind.

Note: ANOHA is closed on Mondays.

Book your free time slot for ANOHA

Studio of Wonders

• Perfect for: Teenagers
• How much time to allow: 1 hour
• Cost: 19.90 euros, children 14.90 euros, free for children under 4
• Online ticket: Studio of Wonders

The Studio of Wonders is perfect for teenagers and older kids who are already very smartphone-savvy.

You can snap funny or creative photos across 30 different backdrops. And that’s really the whole point: the perfect shot for Instagram and other social media.

Make sure you bring a fully charged phone — or better yet, a power bank. Studio of Wonders will drain your battery surprisingly fast.

Get your online ticket for Studio of Wonders

Insider Tips for Berlin with Kids

Whether you’re heading to Berlin with kids this summer or hunting for ideas for rainy days, here are a few real insider tips for Berlin that most tourists miss.

Gardens of the World

• Perfect for: Children of all ages
• How much time to allow: a full day
• Cost: 4 euros, children 2 euros, free for children under 6

The Gardens of the World are located just outside the city center in the Marzahn-Hellersdorf district.

The International Garden Exhibition (IGA) took place here in 2017, and the park has gained several new attractions since then. Beyond themed gardens like the Japanese Garden and the Oriental Garden, the main family highlight is the cable car ride. Yes, Berlin has a cable car!

There’s also a bobsled track, lovely playgrounds, and the observation tower on the Wolkenhain (open in summer only).

If you want to ride the cable car, go for the combo ticket (park admission + cable car).

Our tip: Gärten der Welt is especially beautiful during the Cherry Blossom Festival in spring, when the many cherry trees are in full bloom.

FEZ Amusement Park

The abbreviation FEZ stands for Freizeit- und Erholungszentrum (Leisure and Recreation Center) — and that’s exactly what you get here.

Whether it’s a kids’ movie theater, indoor arcade, swimming pool, lake, museum, or theater — the FEZ is a great pick for families with children of all ages.

Admission to the park itself is free, though some attractions and museums require separate tickets.

Lübars Amusement Park

Vision at Lübars Leisure Park

Lübars Leisure Park in the north of the city is a real local favorite for families in Berlin.

Don’t come expecting roller coasters though — Lübars is more like a village in the middle of the big city.

But that’s Berlin for you: the view from the park’s highest point (a full 85 meters up) over the adjacent neighborhoods and high-rises is unique and somehow absolutely beautiful.

On a sunny day, your kids can cheer on the paragliders launching down the hill — or fly a kite themselves. There’s also a lovely playground, and in the Alte Fasanerie you’ll find a farm shop and several animal enclosures.

Plötzensee Beach

• Perfect for: Kids of all ages
• How much time to plan: 3 hours
• Cost: starting at 7.50 euros, kids 5 euros, free for children under 5

The Plötzensee lido in Berlin’s Wedding district is one of our favorite summer spots with kids.

It was extensively renovated a few years ago and has since become a super popular hangout for Berliners.

The beach park strikes the perfect balance between outdoor pool vibes and Berlin coolness. Whether you’re building sandcastles on the beach, swimming in the lake, or just soaking up the atmosphere — anything goes here, making it a great destination for the whole family.

Our tip: Right next to Plötzensee, Volkspark Rehberge is well worth a visit, with playgrounds and even some wildlife.

Jungfernheide Forest High Ropes Course

• Perfect for: Children ages 6 and up
• How much time to allow: 1–2 hours
• Cost: 27 euros, children 21–24 euros

Time to climb! At the Jungfernheide Forest High Ropes Course, you and your kids can climb up to 17 meters high in the trees.

There are various courses with different difficulty levels depending on how adventurous you’re feeling. For the very little ones, there’s a playground to keep them busy.

To avoid waiting times, reserve a time slot ticket online in advance.

Please note: The Waldhochseilgarten is closed during the winter months.

Surfing at Wellenwerk

• Perfect for: Children ages 6 and up
• How much time to plan: 2–3 hours
• Cost: starting at 59 euros, children 49 euros
• Online ticket: surf calendar

Surfing in Berlin? Yes, really! Wellenwerk is an indoor surf arena and a seriously fun activity for rainy days in Berlin.

With a comfortable water temperature of 26 degrees, both beginners and more experienced surfers can test their skills on the artificial wave.

No prior experience needed. There are also dedicated sessions for children ages 6–14.

You can choose a 90-minute beginner session or book a three-hour surf course with an experienced instructor. Rental equipment is included in the price for both options.

Family Outings in Berlin

If you’re not just spending a weekend in Berlin but have planned a longer vacation here, here are a few more recommendations for family outings in and around the city.

Holland Park

• Perfect for: Children of all ages
• How much time to allow: 1–3 hours
• Cost: Free admission, attractions cost extra
• Online tickets: Holland Park

Holland Park is like a mini-amusement park with a garden center, climbing hall, indoor playground, slide tower, and playgrounds — there’s something for every age. Admission to the park is free, but individual attractions require separate tickets.

It gets very crowded on weekends and during school breaks — more stressful than relaxing. Visiting during the week is much better.

You can buy tickets online, but it’s worth checking on-site first to see what you actually want to do. There are various combo tickets available, so comparing prices carefully pays off. Ticket machines on-site also help you skip the counter queue.

Note: Holland Park in Schwanebeck (Google Maps) is located in Brandenburg and is really only practical to reach by car. There is a bus, but it’s not very convenient.

Filmpark Babelsberg in Potsdam

• Perfect for: Children ages 4 and up
• How much time to plan: 5 hours
• Cost: 23 euros, children 17 euros, free for children under 4
• Online tickets: Filmpark Babelsberg

Many international films and series have been produced at Studio Babelsberg — which is sure to excite any film fan. But Filmpark Babelsberg has a lot more to offer beyond that.

You can explore sets from Westerns or medieval films, or join an outdoor film set tour. For the little ones, there’s a cool adventure playground. Other activities include the stunt show and the 4D action cinema.

Babelsberg is a district of Potsdam. It’s a great idea to combine this with a day trip to Potsdam and check out a few more sights there.

Filmpark Babelsberg is a seasonal park that is only open from April to October.

Our tip: It’s best to secure your tickets online in advance — tickets at the on-site box office are a few euros more expensive.

Tropical Islands in Brandenburg

• Perfect for: Children of all ages
• How much time to plan: at least one day
• Cost: starting at 47 euros, children starting at 37.50 euros, free for children under 4
• Online tickets: Day tickets for Tropical Islands

Just 60 kilometers from Berlin, you can take a mini-vacation in the tropics without a stressful flight. Tropical Islands in Krausnick, in southern Brandenburg, is a massive indoor water park inside a former airship hangar. Even from the outside, the scale of the building is jaw-dropping.

This tropical indoor world really does have something for everyone: parents can relax in the sauna area, kids can run wild on the slide tower or in the “South Seas,” and there are plenty of activities for the little ones too.

You can stay right at Tropical Islands or opt for one of the many accommodations just outside the dome — significantly cheaper and only a few meters away.

A trip to Tropical Islands is an expensive treat — but still cheaper than a flight to the actual tropics!

Our tip: On weekends, Berlin families flock here and it gets very crowded very quickly. Plan your visit on a weekday and outside school holidays if you can. A car is the best way to get there — parking is plentiful.

Staying Overnight in Berlin with Kids - Our Hotel Recommendations

Cool family room at the Michelberger Hotel Berlin

Berlin’s hotel scene is diverse and full of personality, with something for every taste. There are also plenty of hotels in Berlin that are genuinely well-suited for families with kids.

Here are our favorite family-friendly hotels in Berlin, across different price ranges.

Affordable family hotels

Don’t want to blow your travel budget on accommodation? Here are our picks for affordable hotels in Berlin that work great for families.

1. martas Gästehaus Hauptbahnhof

A simple guesthouse with lovingly furnished family rooms — affordable and centrally located.

Cribs for children up to 2 years old are available on request. Children up to 17 stay in their parents’ room for free.

To martas Gästehaus am Hauptbahnhof
2. aletto Hotel Kudamm

The aletto is a solid family hotel in Berlin with spacious rooms featuring up to six beds or connecting doors — ideal for larger families. The location on the Ku’damm is fantastic. There’s also an aletto at Potsdamer Platz.

Cribs for children up to 2 years old are free, and children up to 14 stay in their parents’ room for free.

To the aletto Hotel Kudamm

Classic family hotels

Want a reliable, no-fuss stay in Berlin with your kids? These classic family hotels in Berlin are our recommendation:

1. Novotel am Tiergarten

Novotel hotels are reliably family-friendly and offer great value for money. The Novotel am Tiergarten stands out for its location between City West and the Brandenburg Gate.

Family rooms and extra beds are available, and children up to age 17 stay in their parents’ room for free.

There are two other Novotels in Berlin as well: the Novotel Suites at Potsdamer Platz and the Novotel Berlin Mitte.

To the Novotel am Tiergarten
2. Meininger Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz

The Meininger is a stylish hostel with a great variety of room options: from twin rooms with a double bed to bunk-bed shared rooms. Ideal for families with more than two kids. The value for money here is seriously good.

To the Meininger Hotel Alexanderplatz

Stylish family hotels

Looking for something with a bit more character for your family stay in Berlin? Here are our picks:

1. Lulu Guldsmeden

The Lulu Guldsmeden is a family-friendly boutique hotel near Potsdamer Platz.

The cool family rooms have a loft area and — yes — a swing inside the room. An extra bed is free for children up to 2 years old, and children up to 6 stay for free in their parents’ room.

To Lulu Guldsmeden
2. Michelberger Hotel

The Michelberger is a super stylish design hotel near the Oberbaum Bridge and one of the coolest hotels in Berlin. In the Band Room, families with two children sleep on two levels.

The location is perfect for exploring Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg. One thing to note: no cribs available.

To the Michelberger Hotel

Family-friendly restaurants and children's cafes in Berlin

Berlin is genuinely a great city to eat out with kids. Most restaurants are very child-friendly and almost always have high chairs available.

The variety and density of restaurants is huge, and dining out is more affordable than in many other European cities. Some spots are particularly well-suited for families.

Here are our restaurant picks for families and kid-friendly cafés in Berlin:

• Alois S.: cozy tapas bar in Prenzlauer Berg with direct access to a small playground.
• Holzmarkt 25: Classic Berlin! Art, culture, living, urban gardening, food, drinks & dancing — all together on the banks of the Spree. A playground for young and old that’s constantly evolving.
• Kindercafé Spielzimmer: Classic kids’ café in Prenzlauer Berg with an indoor playground and ball pit for the little ones. Children pay an admission fee of 2 euros per hour.
• Zaunkönig Family Café: Cozy café in Wedding with delicious cakes and a small indoor playground for the kids. The atmosphere is relaxed, and parents will enjoy themselves here too.

Practical tips for a relaxing vacation with kids in Berlin

Here are a few practical pointers to make your trip to Berlin with children as smooth as possible.

1. How much time should you plan for a trip to Berlin with children?

Whether it’s a short weekend getaway or a full week’s vacation in Berlin with kids — you’re guaranteed not to run out of things to do!

Berlin has so many sights and family attractions. Since you’ll naturally want to take things a bit slower with kids, we recommend four to five days for a relaxed family vacation in Berlin.

Our tip: Since many attractions get very crowded on weekends, try to plan your Berlin trip during the week if possible — it’s simply less hectic.

2. What kind of tickets do children need to use public transportation in Berlin?

Children under 6 ride for free on their parents’ public transit ticket. Children ages 6 to 14 need a reduced-fare ticket, and standard adult fares apply from age 14 onwards.

For a family with multiple children aged 6 and older, the 24-hour pass (starting at 8.80 euros) is good value — it allows up to three children aged 6–14 to ride for free.

If you’re planning to visit many attractions in Berlin, it may also be worth looking into a tourist city pass, such as the Berlin Welcome Card. More on this below.

3. Is the Berlin WelcomeCard worth it when traveling with children?

The Berlin Welcome Card is the city’s official tourist pass, offering discounts of 25%–50% at around 180 attractions, including the TV Tower, the Zoo, the Berlin Dungeon, city tours, boat tours, and museums.

The pass is available with a validity period ranging from 48 hours to six days.

With the Berlin Welcome Card, you also get free travel on buses and trains — and best of all: three children up to age 14 ride for free.

Here you’ll find all the information about the Berlin Welcome Card

4. Is Berlin a good place to get around with a stroller or travel buggy?

Berlin is generally well-suited for strollers or travel buggies. The sidewalks in the city center are often very wide and accessible. Construction sites occasionally block the way, which can make things trickier.

In theory, public transportation in Berlin is also largely accessible. In practice, elevators are sometimes out of order, leaving only the stairs as an option.

During rush hour in the morning and late afternoon, buses and trains get crowded — not ideal with a stroller. Try to avoid peak hours where you can.

5. What should you pack for a trip to Berlin with kids?

You’ll find everything you need in our packing list for family vacations. We’ve listed everything we bring for the kids there.