Summer holidays in Vienna: The best water playgrounds for families!

Summer holidays in Vienna: The best water playgrounds for families!

Summer time in Vienna doesn't just mean hot asphalt, but also numerous offers for the city's little explorers. The question that accompanies many parents during the summer holidays is: “Mom, Dad, what are you doing today?” The KURIER reports that Vienna has a lot in store for families with its varied leisure activities. A highlight are the over 100 playgrounds with water play elements, especially the 12 special water playgrounds, which offer children a refreshing way to cool off on hot days.

One of the most popular water playgrounds is the Danube Island, which impresses with a spacious area of ​​5,000 square meters and a water-producing wind turbine as an eye-catcher. Particularly adventurous kids can balance over a 15-meter-long suspension bridge or play with a real ship's lock to see what it looks like for the grown-ups. Access to the Danube Island is easily accessible with the U1. The water playground at the water tower in Favoriten attracts just as many little water lovers with its two waterfalls and the 6 meter high slide tower. Here the children can splash around in the play stream or try their hand at the volleyball court. And best of all: entry is free in both cases, which means good business for families.

Diverse adventures for children

Anyone looking for more than just water action can look forward to meeting their children at Schönbrunn Palace, who are looking for adventure in the Crown Prince Garden and the mazes. The children's museum there conveys life in the 18th century in a playful way - a little piece of history for the little ones. Information about the exciting offers can be found on the [Kindermuseum Schönbrunn] website (https://www.kindermuseumschoenbrunn.at).

But that's not all: In the jungle in the Museum Quarter, children aged 4 to 6 can take part in workshops that take them on an exciting journey through the seasons. Parents shouldn't miss the Vienna Technical Museum either. Here the “minTi” awaits the little ones, while the older kids explore the world of innovation in the new exhibition “More Than Recycling”. Entry is free for everyone up to 19 years of age, and adult companions only pay 18 euros.

Be active outdoors and have fun playing games

The Kahlenberg adventure world has a lot to offer for sporty families: Here children can push their limits by climbing on 17 courses or do laps in the e-mountain bike center. Admission prices vary depending on height, but start at 16 euros. If you want to get some more fresh air in the next few days, you will get your money's worth at the Hirschstetten flower garden. There are 60,000 square meters of great natural enjoyment and entry is also free.

The various board game rental stations in Josefstadt invite you to relax, where over 9,000 games await young and old players. Interested families can also enjoy the peace and quiet in the Lainzer Tiergarten, which is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. until the end of July.

Top tips for unforgettable experiences:

• Wasserspielplatz Wasserturm: Tägliche Öffnungszeiten von 9 bis 21 Uhr, kostenloser Eintritt.
• Erlebniswelt Kahlenberg: Eintritt ab 16 Euro, je nach Größe.
• Technisches Museum Wien: Eintritt bis 19 Jahre kostenlos; Erwachsene 18 Euro.
• Kindermuseum Schönbrunn: Täglich 10 bis 17 Uhr, Eintritt 12 Euro für Kinder ab 3 Jahren.
• Dschungel: Spannende Workshops für junge Entdecker.
• Brettspiel-Verleih Josefstadt: Riesige Auswahl an Spielen.
• Lainzer Tiergarten: Freier Eintritt bis 27. Juli, tägliche Öffnungszeiten.

As you can see, there is a seemingly endless list of options for families in Vienna to enjoy their summer holidays outdoors and with fun and games. So, off to the park, to the water features and to the exciting adventure worlds of the city!