The 10 Best Things to Do With Kids in Stuttgart
Stuttgart is not only a tourist favorite but also consistently earns brownie points from kids for the series of fun activities it offers them. From one of the best zoos in the country and beautiful nature to snazzy automobile houses and exciting museums, Stuttgart has enough treasure in store to entertain the whole family for days. Here is our compilation of the best family outings in Stuttgart.
1. Wilhelma Zoologisch-Botanischer Garten
Botanical Garden, Building, Zoo
Wilhelma records approximately two million visitors every year, and not without reason. Other than being the only combined zoo and botanical garden in Europe, Wilhelma is home to 1,000 species of animals, one of the highest numbers in the world. The animals, reptiles, aquatic creatures and birds at Wilhelma are housed in separate themed areas; the ultra-modern Ape House is always a big hit with children. The botanical garden boasts almost 7,000 varieties of plants and Europe’s biggest magnolia grove.
Wilhelma Zoologisch-Botanischer Garten, Wilhelma 13, 70376 Stuttgart, Germany, +49 711 54020
2. Schweinemuseum (Pig Museum)
Museum
3. Killesberg Park
Park, Theater, Zoo
The sprawling Killesberg Park is the green lungs of Stuttgart and offers lots of activities for the entire family. Children can have a blast watching something in the theater, playing in the delightful playgrounds, and getting up close to animals in the petting zoo. A narrow-gauge steam railway takes visitors on a nostalgic ride around the park, and the 20-meter-high (65.6 feet) Bismarck Tower invites everyone to enjoy great views of the city. There is also a pool and several cafés in the park, ensuring a complete family day out.
Killesberg Park, Menzelstraße 80, 70192 Stuttgart, Germany, +49 711 21693804
4. Mercedes-Benz Museum
Museum
5. State Museum of Natural History
Museum
6. Porsche Museum
Museum
7. DAS LEUZE Mineralbad
The eight swimming and bathing pools at DAS LEUZE Mineralbad adds up to hours of fun for the family. The Kinderland LEUZE section has been designed with little guests in mind and offers a paddling pool for the smallest ones to splashing pools for older children. While the kids enjoy fun aquatic games and activities, parents can take turns relaxing at the sauna, adventure showers or the steam room.
DAS LEUZE Mineralbad, Am Leuzebad 2a, 70190 Stuttgart, Germany, +49 711 21699700
8. Linden Museum
Museum
9. Kindermuseum Junges Schloss
Museum
Kindermuseum Junges Schloss is a cheerful museum designed to capture the attention of children aged four and up. The institution aims to teach children regional history through a hands-on approach, costumes, and active participation so that children not only learn but also experience fascinating historical facts.
Kindermuseum Junges Schloss, Schillerpl. 6, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany, +49 711 89535111
10. Carl-Zeiss Planetarium Stuttgart
Spend quality family time under the stars at the Carl-Zeiss Planetarium. This attraction sweeps visitors off on a wonderful journey across the solar system and tells stories about the stars, time travel, space journeys, cosmos, and astronauts through spectacular light and laser shows and live music. The program is as entertaining for adults as it is for children. On weekends, the planetarium holds special programs for children aged four to nine.
Carl-Zeiss Planetarium Stuttgart, Willy-Brandt-Straße 25, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany, +49 711 21689015
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