From the Museum of Natural History with a multimedia show and the fascinating bird room through to the Historical Museum with the river exhibition, from the Museum of Gardeners and Winegrowers through to the Fire Brigade Museum, there is plenty to discover.
Bamberg for children
Spending a holiday in Bamberg also means having time for your family and children.
Children of all ages will love Bamberg thanks to its authentic old-time feel. History comes alive in this town with its buildings and places, its stories and historic personalities. Diverse water activities, bathing lakes and swimming pools, exciting museums, excursions to the countryside and many playgrounds will see to it that your children will enjoy their visit to this unique medieval and baroque city. We’ve put together all the things, you can do regardless of the language barrier. Many offers, like guided tours, a city rally and children’s theatre, are in German language only, unfortunately. For more offers for children in German, please switch to the German site.
Museums for children
City adventure and guided tours
See what life was like in the Middle Ages up close or embark on a voyage of discovery with Sams - children can experience Bamberg in a playful way on the numerous guided tours for kids. Families can set out under their own steam on the children's paper chase!
Fun in and on the water
Boat trips, a gondola ride on the River Regnitz or simply enjoy swimming and splashing around – if you love the water, Bamberg and the surrounding area is just the place for you and you can explore the water at your leisure or in the form of active pursuits.
Educational trails in and around Bamberg
In search of nature: On the urban ecological nature trail from Michelsberg to Altenburg, on the path by the river and in Bruderwald forest you can discover the "wild" sides of Bamberg.
Theatre and holiday schedule
Bamberg's Chapeau Claque Theatre not only stages great plays for children and young people but in the summer months also offers a great holiday programme (external link).
Playgrounds in Bamberg
For families with small children, it is great to be able to break up a stroll through town by stopping at a playground – it is a good job that there are plenty of playgrounds in Bamberg.