Exploring Family-friendly Destinations in Germany, Poland, Netherlands, Belgium, and Czechoslovakia

  • Day 1: Berlin, Germany
    Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour 45 minutes

    Explore the capital city of Germany, which offers a range of family-friendly activities. Visit the Berlin Wall, enjoy the views from the Berlin TV Tower or enjoy an afternoon in the park at Tiergarten.

  • Day 2: Krakow, Poland
    Estimated Travel Time: 6 hours

    Explore the medieval city of Krakow, which features an array of cultural experiences such as visiting Wawel Castle and the Krakow Main Square. Also visit the Salt Mine for an exciting adventure with the family.

  • Day 3: Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Estimated Travel Time: 12 hours

    Spend time exploring the capital city of the Netherlands with family-friendly activities such as visiting the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, and the Schipol Airport park.

  • Day 4: Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour

    Visit Rotterdam and experience its famous architectural scene such as seeing the Erasmus Bridge, Cube Houses, and the Markthal. Take a boat tour of the harbor or visit Rotterdam Zoo.

  • Day 5: The Hague, Netherlands
    Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes

    Visit The Hague, the seat of the Dutch government, and enjoy its beach scene, visiting the Panorama Mesdag or Madurodam, a miniature city.

  • Day 6: Antwerp, Belgium
    Estimated Travel Time: 3 hours

    Explore Belgium's city of Antwerp where you can visit the Diamond Museum, the Cathedral of Our Lady, and the MAS Museum.

  • Day 7: Ghent, Belgium
    Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour

    Visit Ghent, a city with a rich history and home to numerous medieval buildings such as Gravensteen Castle and the Saint Baafs Cathedral. Take a boat tour of the canals or tram ride around the city.

  • Day 8: Prague, Czech Republic
    Estimated Travel time: 7 hours

    Spend a day exploring Prague, home of many historic landmarks such as the Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Prague Castle and the Lennon Wall. Don't miss the colorful John Lennon-inspired wall mural.

  • Day 9: Kutná Hora, Czech Republic
    Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour

    Visit the town of Kutná Hora which is famous for its historical UNESCO monuments such as the Sedlec Ossuary or the Church of the Assumption of Our Lady and Saint John the Baptist. The town has a relaxed atmosphere that’s perfect for a family day trip.

Estimated Time and Costs

  • Berlin Wall (2 hours, free)
  • Berlin TV Tower (2 hours, €19.50 adult, €14.50 child)
  • Tiergarten (3 hours, free)
  • Wawel Castle (3 hours, €11 adult, €7 child)
  • Krakow Main Square (2 hours, free)
  • Salt Mine (4 hours, €89 adult, €69 child)
  • Van Gogh Museum (2 hours, €19 adult, free for children under 18)
  • Anne Frank House (2 hours, €10-€14 adult, €0-€7 child)
  • The Hague beach scene (2 hours, free)
  • Panorama Mesdag (1 hour, €15 adult, €7.50 child)
  • Madurodam (3 hours, €19 adult, €16 child)
  • Diamond Museum (2 hours, €12 adult, €5 child)
  • Cathedral of Our Lady (1 hour, €6 adult, €2.50 child)
  • MAS Museum (2 hours, €10 adult, free for children under 12)
  • Gravensteen Castle (2 hours, €10 adult, €5 child)
  • Saint Baafs Cathedral (2 hours, free)
  • Charles Bridge (1 hour, free)
  • Old Town Square (2 hours, free)
  • Prague Castle (3 hours, €7 adult, €3.50 child)
  • Lennon Wall (1 hour, free)
  • Sedlec Ossuary (1 hour, €5 adult, €2.50-€3.50 child)
  • Church of the Assumption of Our Lady and Saint John the Baptist (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €328.50 adult, €152.50 child

Transportation

Traveling between cities in Europe is easy and affordable thanks to an efficient train and bus system. If traveling by plane, it's best to check low-cost carriers such as Ryanair or EasyJet for cheap flights between cities. A Eurail Global Pass is a cost-effective way to travel around different countries in Europe as it offers unlimited travel for a set price. The travel time and costs above are estimates and subject to change based on traveler’s preferences and the time of booking.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore other cities in the region such as Hamburg, Vienna, or Paris. If you have less time, you may consider cutting out some of the destinations or reducing your stay to maximize your time.

Airports

The main airports in the region are:

  • Berlin Tegel (TXL) - located in Germany, 8 km northwest of the city center.
  • Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK) - located in Poland, 16 km west of the city center.
  • Schiphol Amsterdam Airport (AMS) - located in the Netherlands, 9 km south-west of the city center of Amsterdam.
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - located Belgium, 12 km northeast of the city center.
  • Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) - located in Czech Republic, 17 km north of the city center.
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