Top 10 New Attractions for Kids in 2019: Unmissable Family Adventures Worldwide
Every year delivers fresh, thrilling experiences tailored for young explorers. Discover these standout 2019 attractions designed to spark joy, learning, and adventure for children and families alike.
Lego House, Billund, Denmark
The 'Home of the Brick' is a Lego-themed museum and interactive space in Lego's birthplace. Featuring stunning Danish design, it emphasizes learning through play across zones for creativity, cognition, emotions, and social skills. Explore the Masterpiece Gallery and History Collection for inspiration. Affordable options extend beyond ticketed areas, making it ideal for all Lego enthusiasts.
Everything you need to know (including updates on new events), plus fascinating project insights, at legohouse.com.
Live Wire Park, Victoria, Australia
For nature-loving families seeking adrenaline, this family-owned, eco-friendly park offers the 'ultimate elevated adventure.' Kids aged 7-15 tackle the Short Circuit: 26 thrilling obstacle courses and treetop trails in the Otway rainforest. Afterward, unwind on Lorne's beaches along the Great Ocean Road.
Book now at livewirepark.com.au.
Sports Legends Experience, Indianapolis, USA
At the Children's Museum, this immersive exhibit blends health education, fitness, and sports history. Engage in 15 activities like shooting hoops, pit-stop challenges, or stories of sports icons. Older kids (7+) can climb the 25ft 'Tree of Sports.' Access five museum floors on one ticket.
Explore age-specific options: Varsity Team, Junior Varsity, and Little Sports Legends.
KidZania, Doha, Qatar
Kids adore role-playing adulthood in KidZania's child-sized city. Doha's outpost is one of 12 new sites, expanding to 36 global locations with over 100 careers. Safe and interactive; under-8s require adult accompaniment—perfect for family career exploration.
Find all locations and websites at kidzania.com.
Dippy on Tour, Around the UK
The iconic diplodocus cast from London's Natural History Museum tours the UK, visiting Ulster Museum (Belfast), Kelvingrove (Glasgow), Newcastle, and Cardiff. Spend months with this natural history marvel and learn about prehistoric life.
Track Dippy via the 'Take Part' section at nhm.ac.uk.
Monopoly Mansion, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Elevate travel with the world's first Monopoly-themed hotel: a 255-room, five-star Gatsby-era property. Ideal for older kids and families ready to build empires—Monopoly fun awaits!
Opening spring 2019.
Sloth Preserve, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
Observe captivating sloths in their natural habitat at Nayara Hotel's preserve, home to 15+ sloths amid 300 planted cecropia trees. Enhance with birdwatching, canopy tours, or lava walks—prime wildlife spotting for families.
Driving School, Tayto Park, Ireland
Aspiring young drivers (opening April 2019) master roads at this sponsored school, earning a 'driving licence.' Lessons lead to group drives, followed by theme park and zoo fun. Located in County Meath, 30 minutes from Dublin.
Tayto Park is 30 minutes' drive from Dublin.
Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, USA
Disney's immersive Star Wars land debuts at Disneyland (California) and Walt Disney World (Florida), themed around Batuu outpost. Pilot the Millennium Falcon and live the saga—essential for fans!
Updates at disneyparks.disney.go.com.
Bear Grylls Adventure, Birmingham, UK
This £20-million indoor center (US$27-million) offers Everest/Yosemite climbs, high ropes, sky/water dives, and survival skills at Basecamp—including a 'face your fears' challenge. Perfect teen-family bonding (13+; opens autumn 2018).
