If you’re searching for Easter plans for children in Madrid, this time of year offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and outdoor activities.. With children on vacation and the good spring weather, many families are looking for original, educational and fun plans to take advantage of these days. Below, we offer you a selection of activities to do with children in Madrid during Easter 2025, with cultural, recreational and outdoor proposals.
✝️ Semana Santa as a cultural experience for children
Easter in Madrid is not only a holiday period, but also an opportunity to get closer to one of Spain’s most emblematic cultural and religious traditions. For many international families, it can be an educational and visually stunning experience for children (especially from age 6 and up).
👀 Recommended family processions
Processions are solemn parades in which brotherhoods participate with pasos (religious sculptures), drums, music bands and traditional costumes. Some of them are very colorful and suitable to see with children if the time and place are well chosen.
📍 Recommended areas:
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Downtown Madrid: Streets near Sol, Ópera, Mayor, Calle Arenal, Plaza de la Villa.
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Lavapiés: Very popular is that of the Cristo de Medinaceli (Good Friday).
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Bailén and Plaza de Oriente: wide area and good visibility.
📅 Featured processions to see:
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Palm Sunday (Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem) – more joyful and with children’s participation.
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Maundy Thursday and Good Friday – the most solemn and spectacular.
🔍 Updated information:
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Official website of the Madrid City Council (with calendar and routes):
🕍 Decorated churches and religious heritage
Many churches in the historic center (such as the Basilica of San Miguel or the Collegiate Church of San Isidro) are specially decorated and open to the public. They can be visited as a family with a respectful and cultural approach.
🖼️ Museums with a cultural-religious focus
Some options to see sacred art and understand the history of Holy Week in Spain:
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San Isidro Museum (Medieval Madrid and religious traditions)
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Plaza de San Andres, 2, 28005 Madrid
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Calle de Bailén, 10, 28013 Madrid
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✅ Practical advice
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Arrive early to find a good spot and avoid crowds.
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Bring snacks, water and something to entertain the children while they wait.
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Avoid the narrowest or most crowded sections of the route.
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It explains in a simple way what they will see: an artistic and cultural tradition.
🏫 Activities in museums and cultural centers
CaixaForum Madrid
Children’s workshops, interactive exhibits and creative activities for all ages.
- Phone: +34 913 30 73 00
- Address: Paseo del Prado, 36, 28014 Madrid
National Museum of Natural Sciences
Special programming with family workshops and guided tours for children.
- Phone: +34 914 11 13 28
- Address: Calle José Gutiérrez Abascal, 2, 28006 Madrid
Telefónica Foundation Space
Free technology exhibits and workshops for children during the vacations.
- Phone: +34 915 37 01 90
- Address: Calle Fuencarral, 3, 28004 Madrid
🎭 Theater and shows for the whole family
Face2Face Theatre
English plays with humor and educational messages for children.
- Phone: +34 91 531 74 80
- Location: Consult billboard (they usually perform at the Teatro Reina Victoria).
Jacob’s Ladder
Alternative theater with children’s performances, magic and dramatized stories.
- Phone: +34 915 39 41 03
- Address: Calle Lavapiés, 9, 28012 Madrid
🏕️ Excursions and outdoor activities
El Retiro Park
Pond paddling, playgrounds, puppet shows and more.
- Free admission
- Nearest station: Retiro (L2) or Ibiza (L9)
Madrid Zoo Aquarium
Ideal to spend the day getting to know animals from all continents.
- Phone: +34 911 54 74 74 79
- Address: Casa de Campo, s/n, 28011 Madrid
Faunia
Nature theme park with tropical areas, penguins, dinosaurs and more.
- Phone: +34 911 54 74 74 79
- Address: Avenida de las Comunidades, 28, 28032 Madrid
🏫 Urban camps during Easter Week
English for Fun
100% English language camp with recreational activities, cooking, art and games.
- Phone: +34 636 450 717
- Address: Av. de Alfonso XIII, 165, 28016 Madrid
CREA Kids
Easter themed workshops with robotics, science and cooking for children.
- Phone: +34 696 95 09 45
- Address: Calle Eugenio Salazar, 47, 28002 Madrid
Camps in municipal sports centers
Many sports centers organize multisport activities and games for children during non-school days.
- Consult the sports center in your neighborhood or at www.madrid.es.
🙌 Final advice
- Organise your Easter plans for children in Madrid ahead of time to make the most of the holidays and enjoy unforgettable family moments.
- Reservations whenever possible.
- Don’t forget to bring water, comfortable clothes and sun protection. And above all, enjoy together as a family!
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