20 Really Interesting Things to Do with Kids in Milan and the Surrounding Area in 2026

This isn’t your typical “look but don’t touch” museum. Here, children (ages 1–11) are invited to explore, experiment, and play barefoot in temporary interactive exhibits that change every few months. The current exhibition , “REMIDA Milano,” transforms creative recycling into a unique sensory experience, while Bruno Munari’s “Vietato non Toccare” invites little ones to play with shapes and colors. Every visit is different, and the weekend workshops are designed to spark creativity without getting boring.

Admission: approximately €10 for adults, €6 for children ages 6–14, free for children under 5.

Opening in 2025, this museum is the new attraction of the year for Milanese families. An immersive experience where the five senses are tricked by optical illusions, distorting mirrors, upside-down rooms, and interactive installations. Kids (recommended age 6+) love the rooms where gravity seems to disappear and the plays of light that create magical effects. Perfect for creative photos and guaranteed laughs.

Open daily: 10 a.m.–8 p.m. (weekdays), 9 a.m.–8 p.m. (weekends). Admission: starting at €21 with a family package.

A real submarine, giant steam locomotives, Leonardo’s machines, and interactive workshops: this museum is a timeless classic. Younger children (ages 3–6) have their own dedicated Playlab area, while children ages 7 and up can participate in iLabs on robotics, chemistry, or Renaissance frescoes. On a regular basis, the museum hosts virtual reality workshops and guided tours of the Enrico Toti submarine (ages 6 and up; reservations required).

Admission: €13 full price, €8 reduced (ages 3–26), free for children under 3.

A former workshop transformed into a cultural space, it regularly hosts large-scale temporary interactive play-based exhibitions, immersive installations, and art festivals designed for children. The offerings change every few months, so it’s worth checking the events calendar before you go. Perfect for creative families who love contemporary art explained to children. Admission: varies by exhibition (often €10–15).

An urban scavenger hunt with a dedicated app: form teams with your kids or teens and solve riddles and puzzles while exploring downtown Milan in 90 minutes. The tour starts at the Galleria, with a customizable route and adjustable difficulty level. Recommended for ages 12 and up, but families with children ages 8–11 can participate together (parents can help with the clues). Perfect for turning a stroll through downtown into an adventure and as a birthday experience.

Ticket: starting at €15 per person.

If you’re looking for an educational rural experience, these six farmsteads offer hands-on workshops, animals to pet, and snacks made with fresh produce:

• L’Agricola (Lainate) offers live milking (5:00 p.m.) and the “Baby Casaro” workshop (ages 2–10) where kids can get hands-on with cheese-making.
• Cascina Guzzafame (Gaggiano) is dedicated to its vegetable garden and educational apiary.
• Cascina Femegro (Zibido San Giacomo) offers calves to pet and fresh, homemade yogurt.
• Agriturismo La Camilla (Concorezzo) organizes “Farm Experiences”—weekends featuring ponies and stables.
• L’Asinoteca (Bellusco) specializes in “educational donkey experiences” with donkey rides.
• The Cascine Didattiche Urbane (Cavriano/Gaggioli) are located within the city and can be reached by public transportation.

Prices: €15–25 per child, including the workshop.

For anyone looking for things to do with kids near Milan, we highly recommend these four wonderful and educational experiences that change with the seasons:

• L’Agricola delle Meraviglie (Vimodrone) is very easy to reach via the M2: tulips (March–April), sunflowers (summer), pumpkins (September–November), and locally grown blueberries.
• Tulipani Italiani (Arese) offers 500,000 tulips to pick in a flat field accessible with strollers (near Il Centro).
• Tulipania (Terno d’Isola) is ever-changing: tulips in spring, a sunflower maze in summer, and a pumpkin patch in fall.
• Il Campo di Federica (Nerviano) is an American-style pumpkin patch (late September–early November) featuring pumpkin carving workshops and vintage displays.

Prices: €8–15 per person; often free for children under 3.

A modern park in the shadow of the Bosco Verticale, featuring inclusive play areas, gardening workshops on Tuesdays, and botanical trails on weekends. In the summer, the ground-level fountains in Piazza Gae Aulenti become the perfect spot for kids to cool off. The “BAM Back to the City” event (held every September) brings classical music and culture to families.

Free admission; workshops require a fee (€5–10)

A lakeside park with free activities, an outdoor movie theater, summer festivals (Water Lantern Festival 2026), and Dolly Park (ages 0–6) featuring inflatables, trampolines, ball pits, and bike paths. The beach areas are open until September 6, 2026 (11 a.m.–7 p.m. on weekdays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. on weekends). Perfect for active family weekends.

Park admission: free; Dolly Park: about 10–15€ per child.

An oasis rich in history and biodiversity that brings the countryside back to the city. This farm, returned to the community, encompasses a true ecosystem with 5 km of trails winding through small irrigation canals, trees, flower-filled meadows, and a lake. Perfect for families seeking nature without venturing far from Milan.

Things to Do with Kids:

• Picnics and outdoor lunches: sit in the orchards for a gourmet picnic or enjoy an aperitif surrounded by greenery at the tables in Piazza Campestre (you can reserve a farm-to-table basket).
• Sports and wellness: take walks along trails through meadows and waterways, or practice yoga or go running in a rejuvenating setting.
• Educational activities: Children learn the names of the animals at the Oasis, how to tend an experimental garden, and get their hands dirty with hands-on workshops.
• Events, workshops, and gatherings: cultural evenings in the agricultural amphitheater, interactive workshops, birdwatching, and moments of study or contemplation.

Admission: free or by donation for events.

Two perfect options for day trips with kids to discover wildlife in recreated natural environments.

• Le Cornelle Wildlife Park (Valbrembo): Lombardy’s largest wildlife park, less than an hour from Milan. It is home to hundreds of animals (including the rare white tiger) in areas that recreate their native habitats: forests, savannas, and wetlands. The trails are designed for families with children of all ages, featuring picnic areas and refreshment stands. Ideal for full days outdoors combining environmental education and fun. Prices: approximately €18–22 for adults, €14–16 for children ( online discounts available).
• La Torbiera Wildlife Park (Agrate Conturbia): a protected natural oasis near Lake Maggiore, perfect for families seeking tranquility. Less commercial than Le Cornelle, it features centuries-old forests and European and exotic animals roaming in semi-freedom. The trails are easy and suitable even for the youngest children, with play areas and picnic spots. Great for relaxing nature walks without the crowds of larger parks. Prices: about €15–18 for adults, €12–14 for children (tickets available online).

Here are two unique water-based experiences for families who want to discover Milan and its surroundings from a different perspective:

• Boat Tour on the Navigli (Darsena di Milano): 30- to 50-minute guided mini-tours along Milan’s historic canals, departing from the Darsena. The guides share stories and interesting facts about the Navigli, Milan’s industrial architecture, and daily life in the city. Perfect for curious kids who love water and stories. Prices: about 10–15€ per person (family discounts available).
• Boat Trips on the Lakes (Como / Lecco): Take the train from Milano Centrale (30–40 minutes) and hop on a boat to explore the lakeside villages of Lake Como or Lecco. The boat companies offer circular routes with stops for lunch in the lakeside towns. Ideal for relaxing day trips with children of all ages. Prices: about €15–25 per person, depending on the route.

First swimming lessons in the pool for children ages 8 and up, with certified instructors and specialized equipment. Where? Here are some options:

• Centro Subacqueo Milanese: heated city pools open year-round. The introductory diving experience (ages 8+) includes underwater breathing with tanks in a 1:1 ratio with an instructor. Children aged 10 and older can earn their Junior certification. All equipment provided.
• Hobby Sub Milano (Navigli Area): a scuba diving school specializing in children, with small-sized equipment modified to fit children’s body types. Supervised “first dives” in the pool to help children overcome their fear of the deep water. A 1:1 ratio with a certified instructor.

Prices: €40–60 for an introductory session (Junior certification: complete courses from €150–200).

An idea that will delight both young and old alike. Acquaworld is the only water park in Italy with both indoor and outdoor areas, so it’s open 12 months a year—perfect for rainy days or summer. The Laguna area is dedicated to infants and children ages 0–5, featuring shallow water play areas. The water slides (for ages up to 13) include a toboggan slide, a lazy river, and a wave pool. There’s also a wellness area for parents (not included in the basic ticket).

Prices: starting at €21.90 (children under 80 cm free, reduced rate for 80–140 cm). Online discounts and family packages available.

Alpacamp offersan educational experience that’s out of the ordinary. Children discover the lives of farm animals in an immersive setting: alpacas, llamas, and other farm animals in a nature park. The guided walks (30–60 min) are suitable for children of all ages and include explanations about the lives of alpacas and their wool. “LAGO Summer 2026” events at Parco Lago Nord feature music, food trucks, and family workshops. It’s the perfect plan for a half-day outing without venturing too far from Milan.

Prices: €20–25 per outing.

Two new free spaces for children up to age 6: workshops, games, and meetups for parents. Scheduled to open in August/September 2026 on Via Stratico (Municipality 7) and Via Arsia (Municipality 8).

LABZEROSEI and other ZEROSEI spaces (Baggio, Feltre, Lope de Vega) are already open. Admission: free.

And finally, we figured that many of you will always have that much-loved/hated stroller in tow. No problem—you can still have a wonderful weekend and enjoy time with your little ones even with this little “obstacle” in tow. In fact, you can take ten stroller-friendly walks near Milan through parks, lakes, and rivers: paved, accessible paths that are ideal for families with young children. Lake Segrino (40–60 minutes from Milan) offers easy trails. Grubrìa Park has accessible trails that follow waterways. Admission: free.