Peace Palace (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Peace Palace?
What makes it 63% Kids-Friendly: Kids get a child-friendly audio tour and join palace or garden walks free if under 8, yet 50-min standing, security scans and zero play zones may bore or tire children under 12.
Positives:
- Free Kids’ Entry: Children under 8 join guided tours free (2 per adult).
- Stroller-Friendly Centre: The Visitors Centre is on one level and easy to pause for breaks.
Challenges:
- Security Checks: All guided tours require ID, metal detection and lockers for bags.
- Language Limits: Garden tour is in Dutch only, so skip if you don’t speak Dutch.
- No Stroller Access: Strollers and wheelchairs are not allowed inside palace tours.
What is Peace Palace?
- A monumental early 20th-century complex in Renaissance Revival style housing key international judicial bodies
- Seat of the Permanent Court of Arbitration, the International Court of Justice and the Peace Palace Library, the world’s largest specialized collection in international law
- Architecture adorned with ornate facades, stained glass, mosaics and an international art collection donated by nations around the globe
What is so special about Peace Palace for with kids?
- Free interactive audio guides engage young children.
- Guided garden tour offers outdoor art and stories.
- Inside-Palace tour showcases historic courtrooms.
- Stroller-friendly Visitors Centre lets kids pause.
- Virtual 360° tour works in poor weather.
Recommended visit duration: 2–3 hours
Why 2–3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Time for the Visitors Centre, one guided tour, and a short break without rushing children.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Peace Palace
Exploring the Visitors Centre:
Watch short films and use interactive exhibits.
Tip: Borrow headphones at reception and follow the kids’ audio guide.
Virtual 360° Tour:
Let kids preview palace rooms and gardens on your phone or tablet.
Tip: Start it before arrival to boost excitement and skip lines.
Around-Palace Guided Tour:
Walk historic gardens and view outdoor artworks.
Tip: Book weekend slots May–October and bring a small snack.
Inside-Palace Guided Tour:
See the Great Courtroom, Japanese Room and art donations.
Tip: Reserve in English, leave strollers outside and pack IDs for security.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Peace Palace
- Book in Advance: Reserve tours online to guarantee family spots on weekends.
- Time Your Visit: Arrive when the Visitors Centre opens at 12:00 to avoid midday crowds.
- Combine with Park: Walk to nearby Westbroekpark for playtime after your palace visit.
Reviews of Peace Palace
GKS
Its a grand, prestigious place to visit. I attended the guided tour and visited the inside of palace and courtrooms. Everything was explained in the guided tour. It's magnificent. It's a pride thing that it's situated here in the Netherlands. Recommended place to visit if you are in Den Haag. Must buy tickets online months in advance.
Mary Pena
We debated getting tickets for the tour because we had to wait for a buying window, but I’m really glad we did. The tour was really wonderful and we learned so much. The visitors center free tour was also really informative.
adam clare
Nice Peace palace. No entry for anyone who doesnt work there, or has one of the few tours inside, booked in advance. -There is a visitor center to the left of the entrance. -There is a "peace flame" monument to the right of the entrance. The monument has a stone from every country in the world and a live flame.
Mohamed Saad
The Peace Palace is not only a beautiful landmark, but also a global symbol. It represents the hope of peace and the idea of true justice — a place where the world should find fairness and equality.
Jennifer
Free admission with a free audio guide on your phone (recommend to bring your own earphones if you prefer not to use theirs). Very informative from origin to different case studies. However, there was no guided tour and we were confined to a rather small exhibition area.
When is the best time to visit Peace Palace (The Hague, Netherlands)?
Tours run weekends May–October. In summer bring sunscreen and water. In winter use the Visitors Centre and virtual tour.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Around-Palace tour tickets (2 adults + 1 child 8+) | EUR 37.5 |
| Snacks and drinks near palace | EUR 12 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 49.5 |
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: Carnegieplein 2, 2517 KJ Den Haag, Netherlands
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