Top 10 Things To Do with Kids in Berlin

As you descend the stairs into the subterranean location of Magicum, the Berlin Magic Museum, you will be transported into another world.  A world in which powers exist beyond normal perception.  Explore subjects such as divination, incantation, alchemy, geomancy, herbs, potions and witches and learn about the magic rites present in the religions of the world. Throughout the labyrinth...

Lucia is the Nordic Goddess of Light and so naturally, this Scandinavian themed Christmas market in the Kulturbrauerei in Prenzlauer Berg is named after her. This huge former beer brewery is a great location for some hidden away markets, which are off the street and out of the wind. A really popular spot for the locals in the family-friendly area, tourists are also seen scanning the stalls for ...

Founded in 1810, the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin, or Natural History Museum Berlin is the largest in Germany and one of the top five natural history museums in the world. With 30 million objects including over 270,000 in the museum's wet collection, the natural history museum of Berlin is bound to keep your attention for a good few hours.  One of the highlights is the 13.27m Brachiosa...

This is a great place to take the kids, especially on a rainy day.  Travel through 35 different displays, all cheerfully marked with fun facts and useful information as you go on a journey from local species to ocean and tropical sea creatures. Kids will love the interior and the cleverly mapped journeys, taking you past seahorses, jellyfish, catsharks, red lionfish, moray eels, lob...

Alongside the five primary exhibitions (aerospace, navigation, rail transport, road traffic and photo technology), the German Museum of Technology also hosts small displays covering power, alcohol brewing, telecommunications, paper technology and writing and printing. The museum also has an exhibit of the month and museum park. The museum park is in the premises of the former freight de...

Launched in 2014, 'The Room' is quite simply, an outstanding example of the live room escape game.  Their games have been set up with a passion and experience which is second to none.  Upon entering you will be immediatly transported to to another world, with everything from the quality of the set design to the specially composed soundscape ensuring a truly immersive experience...

With around 19,500 animals from 1500 different species, the Berlin Zoo has the largest collection of animals in the world.  Established in 1844 on the edge of the Tiergarten in Berlin's west, it also has the honour of being Germany's oldest Zoo.  With over 3 million visitors it is considered the most visited zoo in Europe and one of the most popular zoos in the world. Most of the animal...

The Science Center Spectrum is a great place for children of all ages.  It is incredibly hands on, with over 150 interactive exhibits creating an incredibly rich and enjoyable experience.  As the kids make their way around the exhibits they will gain an understanding of some of the fundamental laws of nature, science and technical principles without even realising that they are learning!...

With 50 beach volleyball courts, Beach Mitte is the largest beach volleyball centers in Berlin and offers a great range of extra facilities including lockers and showers as well as a great beach bar serving food and drinks.  If volleyball isn't your thing don't dispair as there are a some great areas to sit in the sun and chill out with a beer or cocktail.  Open from midday on weekends, ...

If you are looking to discover Berlin with a local and at the same time experience a little old world charm then you can't go wrong with Old Bulli Berlin. “Bulli” is the German name for the old VW bus or Combi van from the 70s or 80s. The company has many lovingly restored T2 models in different colors to choose from. Old Bulli Berlin offers a private exclusive tour with Bier, Sparkling Win...