Charlottenburg Palace (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Charlottenburg Palace?
What makes it 63% Baby-Friendly: Gardens have stroller-friendly gravel and baby-themed tours, but strollers banned inside, no listed nursing or changing rooms, and you must carry the infant, so plan breaks and phone ahead.
Positives:
- Free stroller storage: Use the cloakroom and lockers at no charge to store folded strollers and small bags.
- Basic restrooms available: Public restrooms are on site, though changing tables are not listed; plan accordingly.
Challenges:
- No strollers indoors: Strollers and carriages are banned inside exhibition rooms; a front carrier is mandatory.
- No dedicated baby-care rooms: The palace has no advertised nursing or changing facilities; find nearby cafés or family rooms if needed.
What is Charlottenburg Palace?
- A Baroque summer palace built in late 17th-century Berlin that showcases ornate façades and sumptuous state apartments
- The palace contains extensive collections of 17th- and 18th-century paintings, tapestries and porcelain displayed in gilded galleries such as the Porcelain Cabinet
- The estate includes an expansive Schlossgarten that extends formal parterres into an English-style park punctuated by the New Pavilion and the Mausoleum
What is so special about Charlottenburg Palace for with baby?
- Baby-friendly guided tours include blankets and slow pacing for young infants
- Wide, stroller-friendly paths let you explore the formal gardens without stress
- Free cloakroom and lockers simplify storage for folded strollers and bags
- Quiet picnic spots near the Orangerie offer safe play and rest areas
- Seasonal tips and tour schedules help you plan around weather and baby routines
Recommended visit duration: 3–5 hours
Why 3–5 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time for a guided baby-friendly tour and a relaxed garden stroll without rushing.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Charlottenburg Palace
Guided Old Palace tour with baby:
Join a Volkshochschule group tour tailored for parents with infants, including blankets and cushions.
Tip: Book selected Fridays in advance and carry your baby in a front carrier; strollers are not allowed indoors.
Guided palace garden tour:
Take a short history walk through the gardens with built-in breaks for feeding and changing.
Tip: Check tour dates online, bring light snacks, and use the stroller-friendly paths during the walk.
Stroller-friendly garden paths:
Wide gravel walkways link the forecourt, Orangerie, mausoleum, and Belvedere.
Tip: Enjoy early-morning walks to avoid crowds and let your baby nap in the stroller on the go.
Stroller parking & cloakroom:
Free cloakroom at the Old Palace entrance and lockers in the New Wing for folded strollers.
Tip: Fold your stroller before entry, arrive early to secure a locker, and keep valuables in your bag.
Picnic near Orangerie hedges:
Quiet lawn terraces sheltered by hedges, ideal for blankets and safe baby play.
Tip: Bring a soft blanket and simple toys; choose morning or late-afternoon slots to avoid peak sun.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Charlottenburg Palace
- Bring a lightweight front carrier: Allows hands-free access to indoor tours and spares you from folding and storing a stroller indoors.
- Check tour dates ahead: Review the official palace calendar for ‘With Baby’ tours and book early to secure your spot.
Reviews of Charlottenburg Palace
Martin
I visited this place while on holiday and it was very beautiful. I found the paintings in the palace very interesting and historical. The sky was clear and it was warm. After i went around the palace i went into the garden and explored. There was multiple things in the garden including a beautiful building. I went through the palace and saw many interesting things which could very well interest ma...
Hilal Sezgin
Amazing palace if you are interested in the Prussian Period, loved the museums shop! The palace has two parts to visit, if you are short in time the old part will be enough, we visited both parts and spent 2-3 hours.
Mark Rushton
We didn't actually visit the Palace we went for the Christmas Market at Charlottenburg Palace. The Christmas Market has a large selection of stalls. With everything from handmade goods to the amazing food and drink stands. We arrive while it was still daylight but as the sun went down the palace turn in to a magical Christmas Market with the trees lighting up and the projection on to the palac...
Samantha Platt
An absolutely beautiful palace and a place not to be missed while in Berlin. We were there on a Friday just after opening at 10am and it was great to walk through and take photographs and soak up the aesthetics of this beautiful palace without the grounds. The excesses and wealth that went into a palace like this is quite remarkable. The grounds are just as beautiful and its free to walk about the...
Dylan King
What an incredible structure and grounds. Even with the rocks in place of the original flower garden it's still beautiful and the reconstruction after WW2 is fantastic. It's certainly with your time if you're in the area and one to divert and hr or even more out of your way to see first hand as the photos simply do not do it justice.
When is the best time to visit Charlottenburg Palace (Berlin, Germany)?
In winter, gardens remain open but ground may be slippery—stick to palace tours on snowy days. In summer, join the earliest tours to beat the heat and crowds for baby’s comfort.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Old Palace ‘With Baby’ guided tour (2 adults) | EUR 24 |
| Garden ‘With Baby’ guided tour (2 adults) | EUR 14 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 38 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Spandauer Damm 10-22, 14059 Berlin, Germany
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