Family holidays to Germany are packed full of a whole variety of experiences from great, kid-friendly foods, to historic sights and fun attractions. If you are planning a Germany family holiday then read on for all of our inspiration of where to visit and stay on a trip to this varied country. Family holidays in Germany are always going to be a winner and our selection includes something for every budget.
Wherever possible one of our Family Hotel Expert team have visited the region and stayed in the hotels. Where we haven’t been able to our suggestions are based on thorough research – we have done all the work in finding out the best family holiday Germany has to offer.
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Berlin
Berlin is an iconic city and has a really creative vibe to it, making it great for a family trip. Walk the streets to see the amazing street art, head to Zoo Berlin or Tierpark to see the animals or to the tranquil Gardens of the World. There are some wonderful museums which children will get so much from too including the Museum of Natural History, the German Museum of Technology or the quirky Deutsches Spionagemuseum. Stay at the brilliantly family friendly Hilton Berlin, right in the centre and with an indoor heated pool the kids will love. Find out more about the hotel below.
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Cologne & Bonn
Cologne & Bonn are easy to combine on a single family trip as they’re very close together. Start in Bonn where you can take a visit to the Haribo factory shop (the sweet treat was founded here), to Sealife in nearby Konigswinter and to Beethoven’s House. Then travel over to Cologne, around 25 minutes on the train or an easy drive to visit the wonderful Farina Museum (the oldest fragrance house in the world), Koln Zoo and the Lindt chocolate factory. For a great stay in Bonn (where you can access all the sights of Cologne too), the Maritim Hotel is fantastic for families, close to a wonderful park and with an indoor pool and a Bahn train station almost opposite the hotel to access the city and beyond. Find out more about the hotel below.
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Frankfurt
Frankfurt is a great city to spend time in as a family. Head to the Young Museum to learn history through reenactment for those aged 6 and over or the EXPERIMINTA ScienceCenter for fun, interactive science-based play. See over 4,500 animals at Zoo Frankfurt or enjoy the beautiful green space of Günthersburgpark. Frankfurt is a great introduction to Germany as a trip with kids with lots of activities and sights on offer. Stay at the five star Villa Kennedy where kids are welcomed with open arms. There are gifts at check-in, lots of activities and amenities and 50% off all kids meals. Find out more about the hotel below.
Munich
Munich really is a gem and the gateway to a Bavarian world of fairytale like castles and landscapes. The city has plenty to keep visitors occupied including Sea Life München and a Fairytale Forest which seems very fitting in this city. The Munich Zoo is a delightful day out and there are some family friendly museums including The Paleontological Museum Munich and the world’s largest science and technology museum, the Deutsches Museum. Those staying with kids should check out the Hotel Laimer Hof which is close to the Nymphenburg Palace and has great sized rooms for families and a genuine welcome. Find out more about the hotel below.
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Hamburg
Hamburg is a really cool city and a great one to visit if you’re looking for family holidays to Germany. Fun activities include a visit to the animals at Hagenbeck Tierpark or a trip to Miniatur Wunderland, the world’s biggest miniature railway. If the sun is shining the city’s outdoor pools are a great place to soak up the vibe of Hamburg or visit Planten und Blomen, a huge green space in the centre of the city that is home to a number of playgrounds. If you’re visiting Hamburg then consider a stay at The MADISON Hotel Hamburg. They have wonderful family rooms with their own kitchenettes and provide extras like night lights and Stokke highchairs when requested. Find out more about the hotel below.
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Stuttgart
Stuttgart is a beautiful city for a wander. This is somewhere that’s easy to explore, with lovely walking areas and great parks. There are some great museums here from a fantastic Natural History Museum and the planetarium. You can also try out unique pretzels here. Stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Stuttgart NeckarPark which has great family rooms and is a short walk from the Mercedes Benz Museum. Guests can make full use of the Finnish spa onsite here.
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Leipzig
Leipzig is a really cool city in the German state of Saxony. Well known for its links to classical music there is plenty to tempt those travelling with kids. Leipzig Zoo, first opened in 1878, is a great trip out with children as is a wander through the Old Town. Stay at the Auenwald Hotel und Apartmenthaus which comes in at a fantastic price and has multi room apartments, ideal for families. They have a children’s playground and a swimming pool. The hotel is just 100 yards from Diakonissenhaus tram stop which goes straight to the centre of town in 15 minutes. Auenwald forest is just 550 yards away and this is perfect for outside pursuits such as mountain biking making it great for holidays to Germany with kids.
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Frequently asked questions about enjoying family holidays to Germany
Is Germany family friendly?
Germany is wonderfully family friendly. With great food from sausages to pretzels, fun activities and fairytale like castles there’s something for everyone. With our list of great hotels a fantastic stay in the country means you’re almost guaranteed a great trip.
Where in Germany should we visit with kids?
All of the areas we have mentioned here are great to take a trip in Germany with kids. Each area of the country has something unique to offer and once you visit one region you’ll want to see more.
Your family holidays to Germany checkllist
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- 💳 Get a Currensea Card to easily pay for purchases when you’re in Germany
- ℹ️ Why not hire a guide or book local excursions through the brilliant Get Your Guide.
- 📚 Get planning your trip with the Lonely Planet guide to Germany.
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