
Stuttgart offers sensational options for family outings. Whether it’s thrilling rides at the amusement park or travelling through the trees on a ropes course, the capital and the largest city of the German state of Baden-Württemberg is a delightful destination for kids and the whole family.
The landscape of Stuttgart and the surrounding area boasts Stuttgarter Kessel valley, a beautiful backdrop for adventure. There are also animal encounters, pool days and action-packed activities to discover among these 10 best family things to do in Stuttgart.
Explore nature at the only German zoological-botanical garden
适合: 家庭, 冒险
Wilhelma attracts young and old with fascinating animals and a colourful display of plants and flowers. Set on the grounds of a historic castle in the Bad Cannstatt district in northern Stuttgart, the only zoological-and-botanical garden in Germany offers rich biodiversity in a beautiful setting.
One of the most popular tourist destinations in Baden-Württemberg, Wilhelma welcomes more than 2 million visitors annually. Since opening as a park in 1846, the site has evolved and is now home to 11,500 animals, representing 1,200 species and some 6,000 plants across 30 hectares. Kids are certainly in for a treat with a chance to get up close to incredible wildlife, including apes, elephants, tapirs, birds of paradise and other creatures.
地址: Wilhelma 13, 70376 Stuttgart, Germany
开放时间 Daily from 8.15 am to 8 pm

Wilhelma
Expect fun with rides, animals and a chance to sleep in a treehouse
适合: 家庭, 冒险
Erlesbnispark Tripsdrill offers family fun with a theme, animal and nature park combined. About 45 minutes from Stuttgart near Cleebronn in southern Germany, the amusement park offers thrills for all ages, including 29 attractions. Younger children will have a blast at Spielewelt Sägewerk, an adventure playground where they can climb, jump and splash.
At Erlebnispark Tripsdrill, families who want to take on speedier rides can brave the Karacho and Mammut rollercoasters. As for wildlife, get ready for animal encounters, feedings with wolves, bears and wildcats, and bird demonstrations. There’s also a forest adventure trail, and you can even spend the night at a nature park in a treehouse or shepherd’s wagon surrounded by nature.
地址: Erlebnispark Tripsdrill Straße 1, 74389 Cleebronn, Germany
开放时间 Daily from 10 am to 6 pm
电话: +49 7135 9999

Erlebnispark Tripsdrill
Excitement awaits at this lively amusement park
适合: 家庭, 冒险
Schwaben Park offers a fun-filled day for the whole family to enjoy. Set in the Welzheimer Forest in Kaiserbach within Baden-Württemberg, the amusement park has welcomed visitors since 1972. Along with friendly animals, such as the resident chimpanzees and parrots, the park is home to educational and fun experiences.
The rides at Schwaben Park are the main attraction. Take the kids for a ride on the bumper cars, free-fall tower and climbing balloon. Everyone will have a good time on the Flying Dutchman and the Sawmill log flume ride. Other highlights include a petting zoo, a water playground and entertaining productions, including the Jungle Show and the Punch and Judy show.
地址: Hofwiesen 11, 73667 Kaisersbach, Germany
开放时间 Daily form 10 am to 6 pm
电话: +49 7182 936100

Schwaben Park
The ultimate pool destination
适合: 家庭, 冒险
F3 Das Wohlfühlbad offers the ultimate water adventure with different experiences to enjoy. Located northeast of Stuttgart in the town of Fellbach, this massive family and leisure pool complex features several areas to unwind, including a sports pool, indoor/outdoor pools and a sauna area.
At the largest pool of F3 Das Wohlfühlbad, kids have plenty of reason to play in the water. There’s the Aqua Racer and slide tower for older kids, while younger ones have a separate children’s area with fun features, including a lazy river. Over at the sports pool, active types like to swim in the free lanes or practice their dives, while the sauna world boasts a saltwater pool, saunas and other wellness amenities.
地址: Esslinger Str. 102, 70734 Fellbach, Germany
开放时间 Monday–Friday from 6 am to 8 am, 10 am to 8 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 10 am to 9 pm
电话: +49 711 794850

F3 Das Wohlfühlbad
An adventure park that stirs the imagination
适合: 家庭, 冒险
Sensapolis offers a cool environment for kids to be kids with unique attractions for play. Located at Böblingen airfield in Sindelfingen, 20 minutes from Stuttgart, the indoor adventure park is all about magic and thrills. The Adventure Trail features challenges, such as climbing chimneys, tree trunks, and other surprises.
There is an experience for all ages at Sensapolis. Older kids can take on the high ropes and climbing wall, while the youngest can play in the toddler area. Over at the Fairy Tale Castle, there are secret passages to roam, talking plants and a fun slide to go down, while the Fun Shooter has a waterfall and volcano made of balls.
地址: Melli-Beese-Straße 1, 71063 Sindelfingen, Germany
开放时间 Wednesday–Friday from 2 pm to 6.30 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 10 am to 6.30 pm (closed Monday–Tuesday)
电话: +49 7031 2048530

Sensapolis
A storybook environment featuring fairytale scenes
适合: 家庭, 冒险
Märchengarten im Blühenden Barock features scenes from beloved children’s classics. Located less than 30 minutes from Stuttgart on the grounds of Ludwigsburg Castle, the fairytale-themed garden has been enchanting visitors since 1959. You’ll see famous stories come to life in magical settings, whether it’s Rapunzel’s castle, Red Riding Hood’s house or on a boat ride on Fairytail Stream.
There are more than 50 fairytale scenes at Märchengarten im Blühenden Barock. Along with settings featuring Pinnochio, Snow White, the Frog Prince, Sinbad, Aladdin, Ali Baba and many more characters, there is also a playground in the lower garden of Blühendes Barock as well as mazes, a water play area and a petting zoo.
地址: Mömpelgardstraße 28 Im Blühenden Barock, 71640 Ludwigsburg, Germany
开放时间 Daily from 9 am to 6.30 pm
电话: +49 7141 975650

Märchengarten im Blühenden Barock
Enjoy an action-packed family outing in the woods
适合: 家庭, 冒险
Freizeitpark Rutesheim Waldhochseilgarten offers outdoor adventures with activities for all ages and experience levels. Located in Rutesheim, around 40 minutes from Stuttgart, the leisure park is set within the woodlands and features the largest high ropes course in the area.
There is plenty to keep the family busy at Freizeitpark Rutesheim Waldhochseilgarten. Along with travelling through the trees, you can go on a geocaching adventure, try archery and other family-friendly pursuits. Other worthwhile activities include Segway tours, a climbing garden and a friendly round at the 18-hole mini golf course. When it’s time for a meal, head to Kraxl Alm, a rustic, alpine-style restaurant or the Biergarten.
地址: Am Freizeitpark 2, 71277 Rutesheim, Germany
开放时间 Hours may vary
电话: +49 7152 9084715

Freizeitpark Rutesheim Waldhochseilgarten