Lalandia: Scandinavia’s Largest Indoor Water Park
Ever since we moved to Denmark in 2016, we have wanted to go to Lalandia, indoor tropical water park near Legoland Billund. My boys had heard lots of wonderful reviews about it from other kids at school, and since it was located in Billund, it wasn’t very far from where we lived. Did I also mention that Lalandia is considered Scandinavia’s largest water park? We were ready for some fun in the water in the “badeland”.
We made our first trip one weekend in May. The weather was a bit rainy at times, but you don’t need to have nice weather at Lalandia, since almost all of the fun is inside the massive building.
This post is sponsored by Lalandia in Billund. I want to thank them for allowing my family to tour this amazing building with lots of fun in the Aquadome. All thoughts and comments are my own. This post may also contain affiliate links, which means that at no additional cost to you, I will make a commission if you click on a link and make a purchase. Thanks for supporting My New Danish Life! 🙂
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Parking / Shuttle / Outdoor Playground at Lalandia in Billund
Just outside Lalandia, there is a parking lot that offers free parking for the first hour. This can be a nice feature for those who are just stopping by one of the amazing restaurants to get a meal or to shop in one of Lalandia’s many shops. Machines are located in between the parking lot and the entrance to the building for those needing to pay for their parking there. Click here to get all of your parking questions answered.
If you have rented one of the holiday homes at Lalandia, you will be able to park your car next to the holiday home. They even offer a train shuttle called the Lalandia Express, in case you need a ride to the main entrance from your holiday home. Lalandia makes parking and staying there quite easy and carefree for guests.
Before ever setting foot inside Lalandia, you still have the chance for some fun on the outdoor playground. My boys loved playing on this very creative playground, and it took me a few minutes to remind them of what awaited us inside to get them to leave.
Holiday Homes at Lalandia in Billund
If you have chosen to make Lalandia your home for the week or weekend, you are in luck, because they have 7 different holiday-home styles to choose from. The homes are equipped with everything you need to make your time at Lalanda a home-away-from-home experience.
Spacious rooms with nice yards and patios, set in a quiet area just behind Lalandia’s main building offer a great setting for family time, and the fully-stocked kitchen and Lalandia’s grocery store allow for plenty of opportunities to make/eat quiet meals in your holiday home.
Guests staying in a holiday home also get free entrance to the Aquadome Water Park inside Lalandia.
Playgrounds near the cabins at Lalandia
Though most of your time at Lalandia will be spent inside the building experiencing all of the great family-fun activities, it is nice that they still include areas within the holiday-home village for children to play.
(one of the many playgrounds throughout the holiday-home area)
(the jumping pillow)
The Areas Within Lalandia
The Plaza
As soon as you walk into the building at Lalandia, you are greeted with a fantastic Mediterranean village called “The Plaza” which is topped with a blue sky. It offers such a unique atmosphere that you truly get the feeling of being in a much warmer part of Europe.
Where to eat in the Plaza at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
If you want a meal or two out in a nice restaurant, Lalandia also has plenty of options for great dining. Whether you are hungry for Italian, Mexican or a traditional burgers and salads, Lalandia has many different cuisines to please any guest and taste bud. You can also grab a cup of coffee or an ice cream if you are in between meals. The Plaza is the place to get all your culinary needs met!
Here is a list of where to eat in The Plaza:
- Baresso Coffee
- Plaza Ice Cream
- Ristorante Il Bambino
- Pepe’s Cantina
- Cafe Plaza
What to do at the Plaza at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
If you are looking for a bit of entertainment, The Plaza within Lalandia has got you covered. Here, you will find a high-jump trampoline for the thrill seekers and a stage in a Romanesque-style amphitheater where family-friendly shows will entertain you with singing and magic.
Need more excitement? Come by the amphitheater for karaoke or dancing, or head over to Monkey Tonky Land, where children can have a blast on the large playground or get creative by making one of their fun crafts.
Here is a list of the things to do in The Plaza:
- High-Jump Trampoline
- Mr. Plys Show of Magic and Balloons in the Amphitheater
- Monkey Tonky Show in the Amphitheater
- Family Karaoke and Children’s Disco in the Amphitheater
- (access to) Monkey Tonky Land
Shopping in the Plaza at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
Lalandia’s grocery store is also located in The Plaza, and guests will have an easy time finding all they need in this large and well-stocked grocery store. Besides a great variety of fresh, pantry and frozen foods, it also has a large selection of candy, games and a section of much-needed items, such as toiletries and baby products. Lalandia makes its guests feel right at home with such an impressive, grocery-shopping experience.
Ladies can also get a new outfit or perhaps something for the home while shopping at La Moda inside Lalandia. This store also looks like it was transported directly from Italy with its beautiful store-front facade and decorative window display.
Here is a list of shopping options at The Plaza:
- Lalandia Supermarket
- La Moda (Women’s Fashion and Items for the Home)
- (There is also an ATM money machine in this area of Lalandia.)
The “Game Area”
Directly connected to The Plaza, you will find the “game area” of Lalandia. Right away, this area screams the word “FUN” with options for playing or buying games and toys. This is a paradise for all of those coming to Lalandia to play, and it doesn’t disappoint with its variety of fun options for both children and adults!
Where to eat in the Game Area at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
Located inside the “game area” of Lalandia, you will find a sports bar, which offers bar foods and drinks. There is also a candy shop that has nearly ever candy imaginable and plenty of options for ice cream and frozen yogurt.
If you want more of a meal, you can head over to the restaurant/food court called the Deli Express where you can choose between American, Asian or Italian options sure to recharge your energy to get you out there playing again!
Here is a list of where you can eat in the “game area”:
- Deli Express Food Court
- Sports Bar
- Candy Shop
What to do in the Game Area at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
If you come to Lalandia for the water fun, you’ll be sure to stick around for all the options for “dry” fun in this area of the building. Here you will not only find mini-golf and bowling, but there are also other fun areas such as all the video games you will find in Little Vegas.
Here is a list of the things to do in the “game area”:
- Mini-Golf
- Bowling
- Shuffleboard
- Football Golf
- Little Vegas Arcade
- (access to Monkey Tonky Land)
Shopping in the Game Area at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
Guests will also have more shopping options here in case they have the desire to wear something new when dining out in Lalandia. You can even get all of your swimming items here that will be useful in the Aquadome!
Here is a lits of the shopping options in the “game area”:
- La Moda Kids and Name It Shop (kids’ clothing)
- The Aquadome Shop (swimwear and essentials)
- Monkey Tonky Factory (Make your own stuffed animal)
- Lego and Lalandia Shop (toy shop)
- Señores (Menswear)
Winter World
Since much of Lalandia is located inside, this doesn’t mean that you can’t experience a bit of the outdoors in Winter World. If you live in Denmark, you know quite well that it is very rare that there are snowy days in the wintertime. Winter World in Lalandia is a great place for those people who love the snow, but don’t want to have to go far to find it.
Where to eat in Winter World in Lalandia Billund
One of the tastiest restaurants in Denmark is called Bones, which serves delicious American-style foods, and you can have a hearty meal located in the facade of a quaint little ski lodge. They even have a carry-out menu that will make supper back in your holiday home very relaxing and carefree.
Here is a list of where you can eat in Winter World:
- Bones (American-style restaurant)
- Premier Is (Ice Cream)
What to do in the Winter World at Lalandia in Billund
Here, you can rock climb, ice skate or hit the hills with skis or an innertube. All the best activities from the winter season without the cold temperatrues. Much like the Plaza, the design of Winter World is quite unique allowing guests to feel that they have been transported directly to a ski village high in the mountains.
Here is a list of what you can do in Winter World:
- Ice Skating
- Bumper Cars on Ice
- Rock Climbing Wall
- Indoor Toboggan Run
- Ski Slope
- Mining
Shopping in Winter World at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
Winter World in Lalandia has some of the nicest Christmas decorations that you can find year-round. Choose between a charming Santa (The Danes call him “Julemand”.), a happy snowman or even a fun ornament to hang on your tree next year.
Here is your shopping option in Winter World:
- Christmas Items
The Aquadome
Lalandia has Scandinavia’s best water park, The Aquadome, because it caters to the needs of big and small. Everyone in your family will have a great time sliding down a variety of slides, riding the waves, swimming in an inside or outside pool, relaxing in a sauna or jacuzzi or exploring the cave pool. There is so much to experience at Aquadome that you’ll want to visit it again and again!
What to Eat in the Aquadome at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
Lalandia doesn’t forget those guests inside the Aquadome when it comes to dining options, and as of 2019, it now has the Deli Express/Food Court ready to serve hungry swimmers. Here, you can find many delicious meals from American, Italian or Asian cuisines, or you can head over to the Pavilion for a cool drink or snack!
Here is a list of where you can eat in the Aquadome:
- The Food Court (American/Asian/Italian)
- Pavilion (Drink Station)
What to Do in the Aquadome at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
As soon as you set foot in the Aquadome, you feel that you are in a tropical paradise with tiki huts, palm trees and even elephants. Whether you head straight for one of the pools, slides, or sauna, you are sure to have a fun experience in the water!
Aqua Splash Playground
My family really enjoyed our time at Lalandia. The boys’ eyes were drawn right away to the giant Aqua Splash Playground that was located in the center of the Aquadome. This place was awesome and also allowed parents the chance to play along with their children. We had a great time trying to avoid all the water sprays coming from the structure, and the slides were just the perfect speed and height for my little one!
We were even waiting at the top of the structure to ride a slide and were soaked with the giant bucket that was at the very top. That was a fun surprise that seemed to get us very excited about what else we would experience.
Slides on the Splash Playground
The Aqua Splash Playground at Lalandia had four slides to choose from. Two were perfect for my children, and the other two were better suited for toddlers and smaller children. My boys loved shooting the water cannons and dumping the small buckets of water. This was, by far, our favorite area of the Aquadome at Lalandia!
Children’s Pool and Slides
Once my boys were feeling confident on the slides from the Aqua Splash Playground, they decided to try the ones over at the Children’s Pool. This pool was divided into two sections. One was a shallow area with a smaller playground that seemed to fit babies and toddlers perfectly, but the other section was just for slides.
Here, you could find 4 different slides that my boys tried over and over again! The water at the end of these slides was also at a good height so that the boys weren’t afraid to come off of the slides by themselves!
Bigger Slides
At this point in time, my boys were getting a bit adventurous, and when I suggested that we give the bigger slides a try, I wasn’t met with much resistance. We headed over to the far side of the Aquadome, which was opposite of the food court.
Single and Double Tube Slides
This is where we found the ends of the Single Tube and Double Tube slides, and took a double tube to try out these slides.
We had a lot of fun on these two slides, because we were able to go down at the same time. My younger son was a bit unsure of these, but my older son loved them and went many more times with his dad!
Twister, Tornado and Turbo Racer Slides at Lalandia
The Twister was another slide that allowed two people to go down it at the same time. If you wanted a really unique experience, you could try the Tornado slide that allowed up to four people to go down this slide on a giant raft. You could see the circular tube of this slide from the outside of Lalandia.
If you were into speed, you could try the new slide called the Turbo Racer that gave you the feeling of free-falling straight down! You could even have your speed recorded to see if you beat the fastest time!!
Riding the Wild River at Lalandia in Billund
One of the wildest and coolest slides I have ever been on had to have been the Wild River at Lalandia!! This slide started off inside, but it was mostly outside. It didn’t have any loops or drops, but I thought it was so neat because we were riding it when it was relatively cold outside.
I got such an adrenaline rush of the thought of being on a slide in near 50 degree F / 10 degrees C. It really made going in the jacuzzi pool afterwards much more satisfying.
Check out this video from TubeRides to get the full effect of each slide!
The Different Pools at Lalandia in Billund, Denmark
Lazy River
After a bit of time riding the slides, my younger son suggested that we try out the Lazy River, which was a fun stream of water that surrounded the Aqua Splash Playground. Each of the boys sat in the middle of a tube, which their dad and I hung onto their tubes. It was a nice, relaxing little break from the slides to chat and enjoy each other’s companies. We had a lot of laughs on this Lazy River.
Spa Pool
We also loved spending time in the Indoor/Outdoor Spa Pool, which was very warm like a jacuzzi, but since part of it was outside where the air temperature was 50F/10C, it felt perfect. Little brother and I hung out in there while big brother and dad went down the Wild River slide multiple times. It was a very nice and relaxing spot.
Cave Pool
One very unique pool that was somewhat hidden from sight was the Cave Pool. This was the perfect place to bring your goggles, since there were windows that allowed you to view an aquarium filled with fish. This pool made you feel that you weren’t at Lalandia, but that you were on a snorkeling expedition. It also had fun red lighting to give you an experience like no other at Lalandia.
Activity Pool and Wave Pool
Another fun place to play in the water in the Aquadome at Lalandia was at the Activity Pool. This pool had lily pads you could attempt to walk on with other activities to make an adventure out of your family-fun time!
One of our most favorite spots within the Aquadome had to be the Wave Pool. We loved trying to ride the waves. Big brother wanted to swim to the deepest part with dad while little brother and I had fun sitting in the shallow area as the waves beat against us. We had more than a few giggles in that part of Lalandia.
Though the Aquadome is one of the main reasons why people come to visit Lalandia in Billund, I will forever take with me the great memories of smiles, laughter and fun that I got to experience with my children when they were young at Lalandia!
Relaxation
If relaxation is more of what you are after, you are sure to find it in one of Lalandia’s many saunas. Children are also welcome!
Changing Facilities and Other Extras
The changing facilities are very clean and using the lockers is very easy with the Lalandia wristband. This electronic band helps guests secure their things in a locker and also allows them to buy food without having to bring their money inside. Just scan your wristband at the Food Court and pay when you leave the Aquadome.
There are also portable play cribs on wheels for those parents needing a place for their baby as they change their clothes or shower. Being on wheels allows visitors to move baby very easily, and it is also a great spot for the little one to get a nap. Swim diapers for baby can be bought in the Aquadome at Lalandia Billund if guests forget to pack some.
Other Areas within Lalandia
If you are eager to get a bit more active while at Lalandia, you may want to spend some time at the fitness center or even enjoy a game with friends in the sports arena.
Outside the building of Lalandia in Billund, you will also find the Adventure Tower where you can climb high above the parking lot to get a better view of the area around you, or you can pet one of the many animals that they have behind Lalandia in the animal area.Â
Those needing a bit more downtime can enjoy some time in the Wellness Spa for a gentle massage, body scrub or facial.
Here is a list of the other areas to explore at Lalandia:Â
- Adventure Tower
- Sports Arena
- Wellness Spa
- Fitness Center
- Animal Area (Behind Lalandia)
Overall Impressions
My family came to Lalandia for the day to try out the Aquadome, and we had a fantastic time. We know now why so many Danes have recommended this indoor water park to our family, and we are glad to have had the chance to experience it for ourselves. Aquadome in Lalandia in Billund offers a great mixture of slides, pools and play areas that make it perfect for visitors of all ages. We spent a few hours there, and we would love to come back again soon.
If there is anything that I would suggest to Lalandia in Billund with regards to the Aquadome, it would be that there weren’t enough tubes for the Twister. It seemed that there was only two tubes, and the line for people wanting to use them was too long. This just gave us more time on the Double Tube slide and the Wild River, so we weren’t too upset about not getting to try the Twister! We will definitely make that a goal on our next visit!
We would recommend this place to anyone especially to families wanting to have fun together in a unique environment!
Attractions in Billund
Here is a list of family-fun places in and around Billund, Denmark:
Getting In Touch With Lalandia
If you would like to get in touch with Lalandia in Billund to book your next getaway, here is their information.
Website: https://www.lalandia.dk/en/billund
Address: Ellehammers Allé 3 – 7190 Billund, DenmarkÂ
Telephone:
- Booking (+45 5461 0500)
- Service Center (+45 7614 9470)
- Administration: (+45 7619 9400)
Email: lalandia@lalandia.dk
Map of Lalandia in Billund / Planning Your Visit
Click here for a site map of the Lalandia Billund
Click here to get all the details for planning your stay/visit to Lalandia Billund
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Charlene
THAT PLAZA!!! WOW! This waterpark looks incredible! Winter World looks really interesting and might make me like snow a bit more…lol! Love that there is a grocery store on site too…very well thought out. Thank you for sharing!
Jen
Oh wow! I thought I was going to be reading about just some epic water park, but this is so so so much more. It’s such a great kid-centric place to take a trip!
Kelly
Thanks. We were also pleasantly surprised! 🙂
Tiffany
Woah! This place looks amazing!! You definitely wouldn’t hear “I’m bored” from the kids. Pinning this in case we ever get lucky enough to visit!
Kelly
Many people don’t realize how kid-friendly Denmark is. This place is also in walking distance to Legoland. Such a great place to vacation. 🙂 Thanks for reading!
Susan Whitehead
WOW! That looks AMAZING! What I love is that it looks like there is literally something for everyone and all ages! It looks like you could spend a week there and not do everything. I’ve pinned this to save in case we’re ever in that area…but it might be worth a special trip!
Kelly
I understand why people visit Copenhagen when they come to Denmark, but if you are traveling here with kids, outside Copenhagen is much better (in my opinion). Thanks for reading, and I really hope your family is able to explore Denmark and Lalandia one day! 🙂
Heather Shaivitz
This looks like so much fun! I was anti indoor water park until we recently visited Great Wolf Lodge in Niagara Falls. I’d love to visit this one!
Kelly
With all the great restaurants and large grocery store, there is no reason to ever leave this place! 🙂 I’m sure you family would love it! Thanks for reading!