It all started back in 1932, when Ole Kirk Christiansen, a local carpenter, first started creating toys in his workshop.
Back then Billund was a mostly unknown, quiet town in the heart of Denmark. Today it may still be small in size, but it is thriving thanks to the LEGO phenomenon that has grown out of it.
Visit LEGOLAND Billund
LEGOLAND opened in Billund in 1968, and this colorful park offers fun for actual kids and big kids alike.
There are more than 50 rides situated across various areas, including Miniland, Duplo Land, Adventure Land, Polar Land, Pirate Land and Knight’s Kingdom.
Head to the heights at Legotop, where you can take in the whole park from high above the attractions. Need to cool down? Ride the LEGO Canoe through white water rapids. Or how about X-treme Racers or Polar X-plorer? This roller coaster travels at speed and is ideal for thrill seekers.
There are plenty of places to stop for a snack when you get hungry, and stores to pick up a souvenir too.
LEGO House - The Home of the Brick
You’ll know you are at the right building as soon as you pull up outside – as it was designed to look like it’s made from LEGO bricks.
Inside, behold the incredible Tree of Creativity, which at 50 feet high is the largest LEGO construction in the world.
Next, be sure to explore the Masterpiece Gallery, home to mesmerizing works of LEGO art created by fans. Afterwards, make your way to the Red Zone and let your imagination run wild as you use the bricks in here to create your own masterpieces. You might like to take inspiration from what you have already seen or come up with your own ideas.
Finally, before you leave, don’t miss the History Collection, where you can rekindle nostalgia and go back in the mists of time with iconic LEGO sets from over the years.
Jump in the water at Lalandia Billund
You can have hours of fun at Lalandia’s Aquadome – one of Scandinavia largest waterparks
Ride the waves, relax in the jacuzzi or scream with glee on the water slides. You may even like to head under the surface in the Cave Pool and come face to face with tropical fish. Still, if you really want to unwind here, nothing beats the classic Nordic saunas.
Alternatively, visit Winter World and take to the ski slopes or glide around the ice rink.
Explore Givskud Zoo
Hop in your rental car for around 30 minutes and as well as driving to this zoo and safari park, you can drive around it too.
As you pass through the open enclosures you’ll see the likes of giraffes, zebras and rhinos as well as the largest pride of lions in Northern Europe. The zoo has a considerable reputation as one of the best in Denmark and in the Nordic region. If you don’t fancy driving around, park the car and jump on the Safari Bus instead.
Rent a car from Billund and you can explore this town and central Denmark at your own pace. Reserve direct now, and plan your trip to toy-town and beyond.
