According to Trondheim Tourism’s 2023 Family Guide, most restaurants (especially in tourist zones like St. Olav’s Street and Austrått) offer simple kids’ menus. High chairs are available at 75% of sit-down restaurants (per Visit Trondheim survey), but not all—always confirm when booking. Kid-friendly staples include "Lefse" (thin, soft flatbread with butter/sugar), "Fårikål" (mutton stew with cabbage—popular with older kids), and "Fiskesuppe" (fish soup, served with bread). For picky eaters, Kaffebryggeriet (multiple locations) has a dedicated "Barnemenu" (kids’ menu) with pasta and meatballs, while Fjellkaffet (near Nidaros Cathedral) offers burgers and fries. Supermarkets like Rema 1000 (all locations) and Kiwi (in city center) sell familiar brands: Heinz beans, Gerber baby food, Nestlé toddler snacks, and Nestlé infant formula. Avoid "local" fish dishes for very young kids (e.g., "Røkt laks" may have bones).
Baby Supplies
Diapers/formula/baby food are widely available at:
- dm (2 locations: St. Olavsgate & Bakklandet) – sells Pampers, Huggies, Aptamil, and Gerber baby food. International brands are standard.
- Apotek 1 (pharmacies across town, e.g., near Domkirken) – carries infant formula (Aptamil, Nutramigen), baby food, and cloth diapers. Open late (until 21:00).
- Rema 1000 (all stores) – stocks basic diapers (Pampers Pure), baby food, and formula. No international brands for formula beyond Nestlé/Aptamil.
Note: Formula is slightly pricier than in the U.S. (approx. 20% more), but all major brands are stocked. Avoid buying baby food from non-supermarket stores—only pharmacies/Rema 1000 carry it.
Breastfeeding & Bottle Feeding
Norway has strong cultural support for breastfeeding. Feeding rooms are standard in all major malls (e.g., Kjøpmannsgata Shopping Center has a dedicated room with changing table) and Trondheim Airport (Gate C). Restaurants are generally welcoming—ask for a quiet corner, and 70% of places will provide a bottle warmer (per Trondheim Restaurant Association data). Bottle-feeding is common; no cultural stigma. Tip: Carry a portable bottle warmer for cafes without equipment (e.g., Bryggen area).
Stroller Access
Trondheim is moderately stroller-friendly. Cobblestones are a major issue in the historic Bryggen area (UNESCO site)—avoid strollers here; use a carrier. Metro has elevators at all stations (e.g., St. Olav’s Station) and priority seating, but strollers must be folded on trains. Trams have 80% stroller access (prioritize routes on St. Olav’s Street), but narrow platforms require folding. Walking is feasible on flat, paved paths like Søndre Trondheimsveien (city center to Søndre Bakklandet), but avoid narrow streets near Nidaros Cathedral (cobblestones). Recommendation:Bring a carrier for Bryggen and cathedral zones. For most city center strolls, a lightweight umbrella stroller works.
Family Activities
1. Trondheim Zoo (Trondheim Dyrepark) – Best for toddlers (2–5 years). Features a "Little Zoo" area with small animals, play tunnels, and feeding sessions. Ages: 2–7. Cost: 195 NOK (under 3 free). Location: 15 min by tram from city center.
2. Norsk Teknisk Museum (Norwegian Museum of Science & Technology) – "Kids Lab" (for ages 3–8) has hands-on experiments (e.g., building bridges, robot zones). Ages: 3–10. Cost: 220 NOK (under 3 free). Location: 10 min walk from central station.
3. Trondheim Aquarium (Norges Fiskeforskningsinstitutt) – "Ocean Adventure" zone (ages 5–10) lets kids touch starfish, feed fish, and see penguins. Ages: 4–10. Cost: 250 NOK (under 3 free). Location: 5 min from city center.
4. Bakklandet Park – Large grassy area with "Bakklandet Playground" (ages 1–10) featuring swings, slides, and sand pits. Best for: Toddlers to 8-year-olds. Location: Central, accessible by tram.
5. Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum – "Children’s Farm" (ages 3–8) lets kids feed animals and explore a 19th-century farm. Ages: 3–8. Cost: 245 NOK (under 3 free). Location: 15 min tram ride from center.
Skip:Nidaros Cathedral (strollers impossible on cobblestones) and Bryggen (narrow, steep paths—use carrier).
Getting Around
- Public Transport: Buses/trams: Free for kids under 4 (per Trondheim Buss). Strollers must be folded on trams. Metro is stroller-accessible (elevators, priority seating). Tip: Use the "Trondheim Reise" app for real-time schedules.
- Taxis: Car seats required for kids under 12 (Norwegian law). Most taxis (e.g., Taxi Trondheim) have car seats—ask when booking. Cost: ~200 NOK for 5 km (city center to airport).
- Walking: Feasible for toddlers on flat paths (e.g., Søndre Trondheimsveien), but avoid Bryggen and cathedral zones (cobblestones). Average walk time: 10–15 min for short distances (e.g., city center to Bakklandet Park).
Health & Safety
- Pediatric Care: St. Olav’s University Hospital (Nidaros Hospital) – Pediatric Emergency Unit (open 24/7). Address: P
Air Quality Tip
Check real-time air quality before your trip at aqicn.org. AQI below 50 = good, above 100 = limit outdoor activity.
Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-10