Family fun in Norway

Norway is a natural playground for the whole family! Enjoy fun amusement parks, visit cosy farms, spend the night in a quirky tree house and experience unforgettable adventures in nature.

When the kids get to decide

A girl and a boy holding a brown and a white alpaca, Trøndelag
11 fun tips for family holidays in Norway
Family in Hunderfossen adventure park, Eastern Norway
Theme parks
A family riding a carousel in Lilleputthammer amusement park, Norway
Where to travel with small children in Norway
  • Couple ziplining over waterfall in Geiranger
    Where to travel with teenagers in Norway
  • A girl on a family holiday in Trysil, Eastern Norway, in the climbing park Høyt & Lavt
    10 family-friendly nature activities
  • Girls petting rabbit at Ekeberg
    Top things to do in Oslo with kids
A family is having fun in front of the Fairy Tale Castle in Hunderfossen Adventure Park in Lillehammer, Eastern Norway
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Top destinations for families

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For active kids

Let the steam out in stunning surroundings.

  • Close-up image of a young girl and her father smiling at each other on a hiking trip in Hjørundfjorden, Fjord Norway
    10 smart hiking tips for families with children
  • Woman sliding down a zipline near Trolltunga in Fjord Norway
    Ziplines
  • People mountain biking in the Magic Moose in Trysil bike arena, Eastern Norway
    Mountain biking
  • Woman climbing via ferrata Ravnfloget
    Via ferrata
  • People canyoning in Valldal in Møre og Romsdal in Fjord Norway
    Canyoning
  • Two people packrafting down the river in Trysil, Eastern Norway
    Fun on the river
  • People winter kayaking by the Henningsvær Bryggehotell in Lofoten, Northern Norway.
    Kayaking
  • Surfer riding a breaking wave at Unstad in Lofoten, Northern Norway
    Surfing
  • People horseback riding at a beach at sunset in Lofoten, Northern Norway
    Horse riding
  • A woman climbing a mountainside on a sunny day in Loen in Fjord Norway
    Climbing
  • A person snow kiting on the Valdresflye mountain plateau in Valdres, Eastern Norway
    Kiting
  • Girl hiking in the Melfjellet mountain in Helgeland
    Hiking

Winter fun

Come and play in the snow!

  • Three alpine skiing kids ready for action in the slopes of Hafjell
    Learn alpine skiing from the best
  • A girl lights a candle in a snow igloo in Trysil in Eastern Norway
    Our love for snow
  • Girls on sleds at Loen Skylift, Norway.
    Fun things to do without skis
  • Go skiing in Norway in winter
    Skiing
  • Spark VM in Geilo 2023.
    Kicksledding
  • A person is riding a dog sledge during winter in Finnmark, Northern Norway
    Dog sledding
  • A woman cuddling with a sled dog at Geilo in the winter.
    Dog sledding: Be a dog musher for a day
  • People snowshoeing in Møre og Romsdal, Fjord Norway
    Snowshoeing
  • Alpine skier at Strandafjellet, Fjord Norway
    Alpine skiing
  • A woman on a fatbike in Geilo, Norway.
    Fatbiking on snow and ice

For animal-loving kids

Visit farms, go horse riding and check out wildlife safaris!

  • Lynx in Dyreparken Zoo in Kristiansand, Southern Norway
    Animal parks, zoos, and aquariums
  • Kids at a farm looking at the cows walking by in Trøndelag
    Farm activities
  • Two girls taking a selfie with two alpacas in Norway in summer.
    Alpaca walking
  • Whale tale above the water outside of Andøya in Vesterålen, Northern Norway
    Whale watching
  • White tailed eagle in Northern Norway, at winter
    Wildlife safaris
  • Moose swimming in the ocean in Vesterålen, Northern Norway
    Come along on a moose safari

Family-friendly accommodation

Make your stay even more memorable in these amazing accommodations!

  • Sørlandet feriesenter, one of Norway’s top kid-friendly camping sites in Norway
    17 kid-friendly camping sites
  • Children eating outside a camping tent on Hamre famliecamping in Kristiansand, Southern Norway
    Camping and caravanning
  • A woman having a good time in the garden at the farm Hoel Gård at Nes, Eastern Norway.
    Farm stays
  • A woman enjoying the view from a Glød Aurora Canvas Dome in Alta
    Glamping all year round
  • A sailboat passing by the Lyngør lighthouse during summer in Southern Norway.
    Lighthouses
  • Tungestølen, Luster
    Cottages and cabins
  • Apartment buildings in Hemsedal, Norway
    Apartments
Mum, uncle, grandmother, niece, cousin, dad and nephew – the whole family are going on a holiday in the snowy mountains of Beitostølen in Norway
Woodnest Odda tree house, one of Norway’s many treetop cabins

Multi-generational holidays

Make memories that span generations – here’s how to plan a trip everyone will love, from toddlers to grandparents.

Everyone in!

Unforgettable treetop cabins

Sleep in a comfortable bed surrounded by the deep calm of the forest ...

Enter the forest

Get inspired

A troll in Hunderfossen
The Norwegian Trolls
Troll 2 film scene in Nidarosdomen Cathedral, Trondheim
Discover Norway through scenic film locations
Friends celebrating in knitted sweaters
Friluftsliv: Our love for the outdoors
  • The main characters in Disney’s Frozen 2 looking at a fjord
    The places that inspired Frozen 2
  • A man playing the game Overwatch on a computer
    Gaming in Norway
  • Tandem skydive in Voss
    Extreme adrenaline
  • The old railway Tertitten close to Haldenkanalen.
    Railway fun
  • Woman taking a selfie on a winter cruise on the Geirangerfjord
    Once in a lifetime experiences

Take advantage of top offers

See our selection of trusted companies that work hard to make you happy all through your trip.

  • Food - Brim Explorer
    Brim ExplorerQuiet fjord tours on award-winning electric catamarans in Oslo, Tromsø, Lofoten, and Svalbard.
  • Performancce Marketing
    CityboxModern and affordable hotels in central locations in Oslo, Bergen, and Kristiansand.
  • Blazerbu - Norgesbooking
    NorgesbookingBook your perfect cabin stay in the fjords, mountains, and valleys of Norway.
  • Scandic Holmenkollen Park Hotel in Oslo, Eastern Norway
    Scandic HotelsExperience Nordic hotel hospitality at its finest at more than 90 hotels across Norway. Special offers are available.
  • The Thief - A lifestyle boutique hotel in Oslo
    StrawberryA different hotel company! Look out for great weekend deals at more than 100 hotels in Norway.
  • Standard Room - Svolvær - Thon Hotel
    Thon Hotels ASFantastic breakfast included! Experience true comfort and reasonable rates at our 80 hotels in Norway.
  • Valevåg Camping
    CampcationBook a camping stay in stunning and unique locations all across Norway with Campcation.
  • Hotell Refsnes Gods - fasade
    Classic Norway HotelsWhen the hotel is the destination. Book a night to remember in one of Norway's most unique and distinctive hotels.
  • Two people sitting in a sofa in Eagle Nest Eco Lodge in Eastern Norway
    50 Degrees North NordicChoose between unforgettable tailormade individual trips and small, exclusive group tours of Norway.
  • Family in outdoor pool in winter at Radisson Blu mountain resort & residences in Trysil, Eastern Norway
    Radisson HotelsGreat value offers and comfortable quality stays in Norway´s major cities, airports, and ski resorts.
  • Hardangerfjord - Authentic Scandinavia
    Authentic ScandinaviaTravel curated by locals. Our tailormade tours suit every type of traveller and budget.
  • Lit-up tent in snow with colorful northern lights and mountains behind it
    Booknordics.comUnique holiday packages, adventure hotels, tours, and activities.
  • Two women viewing scenic Norwegian fjord from a boat, with dramatic mountains reflected in calm water under blue sky.
    Fjord ToursHome of Norway in a Nutshell, Norway's most popular tour. Fjords, mountains, and stunning destinations — all in one trip!
  • Eidfjord village - Go fjords
    Go FjordsBook fantastic tours and experiences! We offer tours in Oslo, Bergen, Stavanger, Lofoten, the North Cape, and more.
  • The Hurtigruten ship MS Nordkapp in Geirangerfjord in Fjord Norway
    HurtigrutenExperience the world's most beautiful sea voyage on an unforgettable cruise along the stunning Norwegian coast.
  • Skiing on finnmarksvidda
    Norrøna AdventureGet ready for expeditions and adventure holidays with Norrøna Adventure. Hiking, skiing, and biking trips.
  • Sykkeltur i Hardanger
    Discover NorwayOffers a range of exciting self-guided hiking, biking, and skiing holidays in Norway. Luggage transfer included.
  • Happy family taking a selfie in an airport after arriving to Norway
    Norwegian HolidaysLow-price package holidays with Norwegian. Book your flight, hotel, and rental car all in one place.
  • Hop on hop off bus - Stromma
    StrömmaSightseeing by bus and boat in several major tourist spots and cities in Norway.
  • Hikers approaching a small wooden cabin with grass roof in mountainous landscape
    Up NorwayBespoke luxury hand-picked by local experts. We combine your preferences and our knowledge to make an unforgettable journey.
  • Woodward - Arctic Campers
    Arctic Campers ASDo you want to try van life? Explore Norway in comfort and style with our smart and cosy campervans.
  • Auto Europe
    Auto EuropeAlways a smooth car rental experience. Search and compare rental rates. Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to pick-up.
  • Buss bilde - NOR-WAY
    NOR-WAY BussekspressEnjoy scenic views on comfortable bus trips to the fjords and from city to city with our express buses.
  • Shutterstock 4 - Rent-A-Wreck
    Rent-A-Wreck of Scandinavia ASThe smart and affordable car rental alternative.
  • Raumabanen - SJ Nord
    SJ NordSJ NORD - the adventure starts on the train
  • A bus driving along the coast in Norway, Vy express route vy146
    Vy expressDiscover Norway on comfortable express buses that take you between major cities, mountains, and fjords.
  • Vy Train travelling on a scenic railway line between Bergen and Hønefoss, Norway
    Vy TrainGlide through scenery on a train between Oslo and Bergen on the Bergen Railway and explore the greater Oslo region.
  • Malangen resort - My nordic travel
    My Nordic TravelChoose between DIY itineraries and pre-packaged holidays to the very best destinations in Norway.
  • Campanyon - Arctic Dome Smiberget
    CampanyonUnique camping in nature. Book a stay in a treehouse or glamping tent or rent a motorhome pitch.
  • Airplane
    NorwegianNorwegian offers cheap flights in Norway and direct flights from more than 70 European destinations. Book flights through our low fare calendar to your destinations.
  • Kviknes Hotel on the shores of the Sognefjord, surrounded by mountains.
    De HistoriskeHave an unforgettable stay at one of Norway's unique, authentic historic hotels. Enjoy first-class dining experiences and a broad range of activities.
  • A woman hiking in the summer mountains by the fjord.
    CampioNorway's biggest camping booking site. Find the best camping and motorhome pitches throughout Norway.