👉 Discover our suggestions in Brussels with your family with this section
“Special 6-12 years old”
In Brussels, there is plenty to do to fill a weekend, a day or even several family stays… without ever getting bored!
On this page, we have gathered our favourite ideas with 6–12 year olds : museums, immersive experiences, shows, amusement parks, turnkey tours and great outings around Brussels.
Brussels is an ideal destination for 6–12 year olds: a city on a human scale, easy to navigate, full of fun museums, immersive experiences, shows, amusement parks and “wow” outings that leave a lasting impression on children. At this age, they crave: activities that move, fun visits, spectacular settings (perfect for photos) and stories they’ll remember.
⭐ Bestsellers 6–12 years old – book first
Pompeii – The Immersive Experience
A large, immersive exhibition that immerses the family in the city of Pompeii before, during
and after the eruption. Sets, projections, soundtrack… The children live the story as if they were there.
– Indoors, at Brussels Expo
– From 6 years old (strongly recommended with 8–12 year olds)
– Duration: 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes on site
– A spectacular cultural outing, perfect for the curious
LEGO® Discovery Centre Brussels
A paradise for 6–12 year olds: giant construction zones, rides, mini-attractions,
workshops, 4D cinema… Everything is designed for them to play, build and imagine.
– Indoors, at the Docks Bruxsel
– From 2 to 12 years old, ideal for 6–10 years old
– Duration: 2 to 3 hours easily
– Very practical when you are with your family, with cafes and shops on site
WOM, the journey of illusions and Magic
An XXL experience that bluffs children (and teenagers): upside-down coins, vortexes,
Optical illusions and ultra-colorful decorations, perfect for photos.
– Indoors, at Tour & Taxis
– For the whole family, recommended from 6 years old (great with teenagers)
– Duration: 60 to 90 minutes of visit
– More than 120 illusions and interactive installations
The weather is fine: we put our noses outside
Children need to get active! Let’s take them to the parks and gardens of Brussels. To better discover the city, there is nothing better than a thematic guided tour. And amusement parks, the top n°1 family outings
When it rains: indoor activities
Workshops, concerts or shows… Sheltered outings that should please them
Trendy! Immersive experiences
Unforgettable experiences using virtual reality (VR) technologies that compete with imagination and spectacular effects. Immersive experiences are often THE good idea with children from 6 to 12 years old: you don’t just watch, you experience something. For some, a minimum height is required.
🏛️ Museums and monuments in Brussels with a child from 6 to 12 years old
At this age, you can go to the museum… as long as you choose the right ones ! Brussels is full of museums that are very accessible for children:
- The Comic Strip Museum – Tintin, the Smurfs, Spirou, Lucky Luke…
ideal for little readers and comic book fans. - Choco-Story Brussels – The Chocolate Museum: discover the history of cocoa,
We see demonstrations, we taste… A must for foodies. - Train World – Real locomotives, immersive scenography, walkways and cabins to explore: a huge hit with children who are passionate about trains.
- Autoworld – A great car museum, with vintage cars, vintage cars, and spectacular pieces that are very popular with children (and parents).
- Banksy Museum – For 8–12 year olds curious about urban art and street art.
- French Fries Museum – Playful, quirky and 100% Belgian: children love this theme
who speaks to them immediately.
These museums have in common:
- Speaking scenery,
- spectacular objects,
- a reasonable duration of the visit (1 to 2 hours),
- and subjects that easily hook 6–12 year olds.
Museums that will appeal to children
Themes as varied as trains, comic strips or the unmissable French Fries Museum
🎢 Shows, leisure activities and great outings with 6–12 year olds
- Théâtre Royal de Toone – Traditional Brussels puppets: funny, exotic,
and very accessible to children from 7 years old. - We call it Ballet – Sleeping Beauty (Espace Lumen) – A ballet adapted to young audiences, a beautiful gateway to classical dance.
Shows on the bill or soon
Great outings
- Walibi Belgium – A must-see amusement park in Wavre, with rides for all ages: 6–12 year olds will find plenty of fun here.
- Aqualibi – Indoor water park, with slides, wave pool and children’s areas:
ideal to combine with Walibi or on a very hot day.
Ideally, book Walibi + Aqualibi on the same day or over two days
to offer children a real holiday atmosphere less than an hour from Brussels.
Cool neighbourhoods to go for a family walk in Brussels
On weekends, during school holidays or on Wednesdays. Each district has its own interests! Parks and gardens to take the green, flea market to find a rare pearl, street art to show them street art…
❓ Frequently asked questions – Brussels for 6–12 year olds
Mini-Europe + Atomium, the fun museums (comics, Train World, Autoworld, Choco-Story,
Musée de la Frite), immersive experiences (WOM, Pompeii…) and a great Walibi / Aqualibi type outing work almost every time.
With 6–12 year olds, the ideal is to schedule 1 big activity per half day
(or 2 “medium”) and to keep time for a park, a waffle, a hot chocolate…
and the unexpected. Beyond that, everyone gets tired, including parents!
Yes, most of the ideas here are suitable for the whole family :
fun museums, Mini-Europe, Atomium, hop-on-hop bus off, Ferris wheel, LEGO Discovery Centre, amusement parks, immersive experiences… This makes it easy to find a program that suits young and old alike.
For immersive experiences (Pompeii, Bubble Planet, WOM, SENSAS, etc.), amusement parks (Walibi, Aqualibi) and some temporary exhibitions, yes: slots are sold out quickly on weekends, school holidays and public holidays. We advise you to book your tickets as soon as your dates of stay are set.