Experiences for the little ones
Traveling with public transport is the ideal way to explore South Holland. OVpay makes it easy to check in and out with your bank card, credit card, or mobile on buses, metros, trams, and waterbuses. With all the sights and attractions this province has to offer, it can be tough to choose. We guide you with our curated routes. On this route, you’ll find three of the most fun experiences for children in this province!
Good morning
Petting goats at children's farm De Mèkkerstee
Start your day among the goats! At the petting zoo De Mèkkerstee, you can spend hours with adorable goats. This organic goat farm houses approximately 650 goats and offers numerous activities. For instance, you can observe goat milking, visit the maternity ward with young lambs, and cuddle goats in the petting corner. Besides goats, you can also admire other animals such as chickens, horses, guinea pigs, and pigs. Children can enjoy themselves in the playground and on the bouncy castle during the summer months. Feeling hungry? Visit the pancake restaurant. Don’t forget to stop by the farm shop for delicious farm and local products before you leave!
Good afternoon
Ravaging in Plaswijckpark Rotterdam
Plaswijckpark Rotterdam is the most enjoyable playground in South Holland, both indoors and outdoors. The park offers numerous activities for hours of fun and is divided into different neighborhoods. In Speelwijck, children can have fun with go-karts, pedal boats, or at the water playground. In case of bad weather, the indoor playground is the perfect solution. Animal lovers can indulge themselves in Dierenwijck, where you can see deer, sheep, owls, and monkeys, among others. For relaxation, head to Wandelwijck. Here you’ll find a large picnic meadow to lay on the grass and picnic, and you can stroll through the Rose Garden or the English garden.
Good night
Hit a ball at Glowgolf Schiedam.
Experience an evening of Glowgolf in Schiedam! Glowgolf is a fantastic activity for both young and old, especially with the theme of this mini-golf course: World of Fantasy. The course is decorated with neon accents that create a unique atmosphere. While playing mini-golf, you’ll encounter flying dragons, strange creatures, and various fantasy characters. The course is challenging and includes different obstacles. It’s recommended to wear white or fluorescent clothing for an extra fun effect. Please note, children under 12 years old are only allowed to play accompanied by an adult.
How it works
Checking in and out with your debit card works the same way as with your
OV-chipkaart. Below we explain it step by step.
Step by step
- Hold your debit card, credit card or mobile against the card reader or gate and you are checked in.
- Are you getting off? It's the same way. And with the same card you checked in with.
- Your payment is automatic. The next day you see the amount in your payment summary with the description NLOV. And the price? That is the same as traveling with your OV-chipkaart.
- Want to see the travel costs of a particular day? Then download the app or enter the 14 numbers and letters behind NLOV and the amount debited on this page.