The best outings for children in Volendam

Are you looking for outings for children in Volendam? Then read on because we list the best children's outings in Volendam. In our lovely fishing village, you can of course do a lot more than just eat delicious fish. There are various fun activities, attractions, museums and other tourist attractions that are great fun, especially for children. Whether you have small children or older ones, there is always something to do in Volendam that they will enjoy. A fun treasure hunt, renting a children's tandem, a visit to a cheese farm, these are some great examples of cosy family outings in Volendam. Of course, you will also take a nice boat trip to Marken, learn how to bake syrup waffles in the bakery and have your picture taken in traditional costume.

Curious? Then read on quickly for the best children's activities in Volendam!

Outings for children: Scavenger hunt in Volendam

If you have a family with children aged up to 14, it's a great idea to share a scavenger hunt in Volendam to undertake. Of course, it is a state-of-the-art treasure hunt that the kids can follow all by themselves using their or your mobile phone. By scanning Q-codes on an original treasure map, they learn all kinds of things about the area and are sent out on an exciting mission. At the nicest places in Volendam, they carry out assignments and earn various codes. Along the way, they are harassed on their quest by a stranger who tries to thwart their mission. Did they manage to get all the codes after all? Then a fantastic prize awaits them at the last spot. This treasure hunt can be booked seven days a week and can be extended with an exciting treasure hunt in Marken, including a return boat trip to this lovely peninsula.

Trips for children: children's tandem hire

Do you enjoy a sporty day with the whole family? Then make it a fun day by renting a bike together. Of course, the kids will love it if they can join you on one bike. Not in a rear or front seat, but pedalling by themselves on a great children's tandem. Handy if you want to cycle with your children and keep an eye on them. But renting a children's tandem is also great fun for the children, as it allows them to sneak a rest now and then while you pedal cheerfully on to the next destination. Of course, we have mapped out various fun cycling routes from Volendam that are suitable for a great children's outing. There is a lot to do in Volendam itself, but also outside it you will find the nicest villages and beautiful nature. Want to make it a happy day? With a children's tandem you are guaranteed to have the greatest fun!

Bike ride to Marken with the kids

Of course, you don't necessarily need to hire a children's tandem to take a fun bike ride in or around Volendam. At Rent & Event, you can also hire other bicycle hire for a sporty day with the whole family. Go cool and choose a fatbike, cycle at your leisure on an e-bike or try a tandem, city bike or children's bike for a nice tour in the countryside. You can of course choose to stay near Volendam, but a cycling trip to Marken is a great route that your whole family will enjoy. On the way to this impressive peninsula, you will stop at the nicest destinations. Visit a cheese farm in Katwoude, an ice cream parlour at the harbour of Monnickendam or the lighthouse near Marken. Explore this cosy village by the harbour and then hop on the boat back to Volendam.

Visit cheese farm Henri Willig with the whole family

If you are taking a day out with children in Volendam, a visit to a famous Dutch cheese farm should not be missed. For children of all ages, it is great to see how cheese is made. At cheese farm De Jacobshoeve of Henri Willig in Katwoude, they can discover what the craft involves, but also get to taste the craziest kinds of cheese. Henri Willig's cheese farm is a real attraction for tourists from home and abroad. You will be welcomed by employees in original costume and discover the secret behind the tastiest cheese in the world. Of course, you will also visit the cowsheds during this fun activity for children. There you will find a self-guided tour which is fun and educational for young and old. Did you get hungry? The cheeses are also for sale in the farm shop, as are the nicest souvenirs and other Dutch delicacies such as stroopwafels and chocolate.

Family outing: photo in Volendam costume

When you say Volendam, you naturally think of an ancient fishing village with traditional customs. In this special village, you will still find many people walking in traditional costumes. This is what makes a visit to Volendam so memorable. During a children's outing in Volendam, there is nothing more fun than dressing up with the whole family. A photo in costume well, where you take your seats in an old-fashioned setting for a look back in time. The gentlemen wear real sailor's trousers, the ladies may wear a hul on their heads with blood corals around their necks. The children will of course wear their own costume and you will be transformed into real Volendammers. Will you choose a setting in an authentic living room or will you have your family photographed in front of the old Volendam harbour basin? No matter what the result, a photo in traditional costume is always a guaranteed success!

Syrup waffles from Woltje's backery

Another fun children's outing in Volendam is to visit Woltje's Backery. If your children love biscuits, they will probably enjoy learning how syrup waffles are made. In this authentic bakery, you can attend a demonstration explaining how syrup waffles are made. Of course, several varieties are made and you can also taste all those delicious syrup waffles. Do you fancy a stroopwafel, speculaas waffle, honey waffle or a delicious chocolate waffle during your visit to Volendam? Then take the kids to Woltje's Backerij and let them enjoy this fun children's activity. Of course, you will also visit the museum at Woltje's, where you can go back to the atmosphere of how people used to live. Bet your kids will walk out again happy?

Boat trip to Marken with the Marken Express

Take the kids to Volendam, Then don't forget to buy a boat ticket to enjoy a great boat trip to Marken. Whether the weather is nice or a little less so, during an outing with children in Volendam, a boat trip to Marken is always a great idea. Leaving or entering the harbours of Volendam and Marken is an experience in itself. With the special traditional houses on the quay and the ships in the harbour, you almost feel like you are in another century. The view of the Gouwzee is also great. During the boat trip, you will get some nice information about these special villages and their rich history. Are you thirsty or hungry? You can enjoy a nice drink or snack on board or on deck. If you have hired bicycles, they can be taken on board without any problem. Handy if you want to make a single trip between Volendam and Marken and cycle the rest of the way!

What to do with children in Volendam? Here are more tips!

Above, we have highlighted some fun children's activities in Volendam. Of course, there are many more fun things to do in our village and beyond. How about a visit to Smit Bokkum eel smokehouse and the Palingsound Museum? Or a fun demonstration in the Cheese Factory, a walk through the Volendam Museum or a guided tour of Volendam with a guide in traditional costume? If you get on the boat to Marken, there are fun things to do with children there too. The Marker museum for example is really worth a visit, as is a visit to the lighthouse or the clogmaking. In short, there is plenty to do if you are looking for an outing with children in Volendam and its surroundings. We wish you lots of fun!

Parking in Volendam

If you come to Volendam by car, there are several options for parking your car for free in Volendam. View here Where to park.