Billund and Legoland, Denmark

Billund highlights

Lalandia
Legoland
Lego House

Why visit Billund?

For child-centred learning through play, a town with genuine youth engagement, and infinite family fun.

Getting there and around

We visited Billund when our kids were 3 and 6, and again when they were 5 and 8. Billund is the ‘home of the brick’ and is a really fun place to visit with young kids.

In 2018 we flew direct from London Stanstead to Billund with Ryanair. In 2020 we took a train from Copenhagen to Vejle and then a bus to Billund.

Billund Airport, Lalandia, Legoland and the Lego House are all very well connected via bus (free in July and August) which makes visiting all the attractions in the area straightforward. Billund is a small place and the walk from the airport to the Lego House only takes 30-40 minutes.

Accommodation

Lalandia

In 2018 we stayed at Lalandia for a week. Lalandia is similar to Center Parcs, with self-catering chalets and lots of activities under one roof.
The ‘classic 4 plus’ open-plan chalet at Lalandia came with basic kitchen equipment but not many supplies of things like washing up liquid and soap. Bedding is provided (but guests collect them from reception upon arrival and make their own beds). There was a double bedroom and a bedroom with twin single beds. Free wi-fi was included.

The chalets are set in pretty green surroundings with playgrounds and outdoor trampolines. The chalets are connected to the park centre by a free land train. We had a chalet at the end of the line which meant we always got seats in the morning. A stay at Lalandia is not cheap but in general costs in Denmark are higher than the UK and accommodation is no exception.

The food at the restaurants was frankly terrible, and expensive, and without a car we were limited for choice. We noticed that many families visited from elsewhere in Europe and brought their own food with them. We realised it was cheaper (note, still not cheap) to use the on-site shop to pick up ingredients and cook our own meals back at the chalet.

The choice of activities at Lalandia was very good and it’s biggest selling point. We particularly enjoyed the fantastic indoor water park, mini golf and bowling. The water park was free but the other activities were paid for. We spent a whole day at the water park trying all the different slides and pools.

This was not a cheap holiday, but no accommodation in Denmark is cheap. We felt that for the price the chalets could have come with more supplies for self catering and the restaurants should have been better quality.

Our star rating: 3

Our cost rating: 1

Lalandia Billund

Zleep

We enjoyed Billund so much, we decided to go back in 2020 after a week in Copenhagen.

This time though we stayed at Zleep; an airport hotel which was very basic but fine or a couple of nights.

A family room at Zleep is small but sufficient. It comes with a double bed, single camp bed and a single high sleeper above. The staff at the hotel were friendly and helpful.

The price was high given this was a basic airport hotel, but costs in Denmark are generally on the high side for everything.

Our star rating: 2

Our cost rating: 2

Zleep Billund

Legoland

Legoland in Billund is the original one. Mal visited as a child and remembered fewer rides and more of a focus on play with Lego. He spent the whole day playing with Lego!
Now though, the Lego itself is at Lego House, which is owned by the Lego company.
Legoland is now owned by Merlin Entertainment and is essentially just a theme park now. We liked the pirate ride, Ninjago rides, and miniature land best.

Lego House

We loved Lego House so much we visited it for 2 days in 2018 and then went back again in 2020.

The Lego House is one of the best places we have ever visited.

The Lego House has a modern architectural design, with indoor and outdoor areas to explore.

Outside there are lots of quirky play areas, climbing frames and dens to explore.

Inside, the Lego House is divided into four zones. Yellow for trees and animals, Red for free building, Blue for cities and transport, and Green for mini figures and people.

In the yellow zone we all had fun creating creatures and using the animation and interactive exhibits to bring our creations to life. There was a cool area where we made and designed Lego fish and then a computer scans the fish and they appear on a digital projection of the ocean with everyone else’s fish.

In the green zone we designed our own mini figures and then created stop motion animation films with them including adding lighting and sound effects!

In the blue zone we spent a long time playing with the city builder where you take individual tiles and construct your own building or park. You then add your mini square to other people’s to make a whole city. Collaborative urban planning at its best!

We also loved the huge Duplo train set and making and racing vehicles down ramps.

Upstairs there is a gallery showcasing some of the best (and biggest) Lego creations - think giant dinosaurs, buildings and rockets. Downstairs is a museum on the history of the Lego company, their ethos, and the social and charity work they do to help children learn through play. The Lego House is not just for children either, there were plenty of adults visiting and having heaps of fun!

The Lego House restaurant is called Mini Chef. Without wanting to spoil the surprises, ordering and receiving your food is unique and the food was very good too!

Final thoughts

Billund is magical and full of fun activities for families.

By late August the weather is warm and dry; Danish schools have gone back so it’s not too busy.

We think that the Lego company have created something special and unique in the Lego House. We will never forget our time spent playing and building together as a family.