Gdańsk is a seaside city in Poland with more than 1,000 years of history. For years, it has attracted hundreds of thousands of tourists enthralled by the culture and charm of the Old Town. But what can parents do to relieve themselves and excite their children by visiting this city?
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Gdańsk is not only one of the most beautiful Polish cities but also offers a lot of tourist attractions (and not only) for children, even in bad weather, which does not allow you to indulge in water fun and sunbathing by the Baltic Sea. What places in Gdańsk are they?
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Royal Road (Trakt Królewski)
A mandatory program point is a family walk through this most representative part of Gdańsk. After all, this is how kings entered the city. The most popular tourist route in the town starts at the gates – Brama Wyżynna, where tourist information is located today. Walking along the Royal Road, past historic apartment buildings, museums, the Neptune Fountain, and the magnificent Długi Targ, you will reach the Motława embankment.
Maritime Cultural Center (Ośrodek Kultury Morskiej)
Without the sea, Gdańsk would not have its charm, so it is not surprising that an educational center was created here, which brings closer the mysteries and specificity of life at sea. Children of all ages can drive model ships floating in the large basin, dress up in sailor’s clothes, or learn about the specifics of life in port. One of the biggest attractions is the opportunity to create a tsunami with your efforts.
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Cruise to the Westerplatte peninsula
A cruise on a ship called Black Pearl (Czarna Perła) or Galeon Lev (Galeon Lew) to the Westerplatte peninsula is not only an excellent history lesson of this place but also an opportunity to see the sights of Gdańsk from a different perspective, from the Motława River. From this perspective, the Gdańsk shipyard, ships, and cranes make a wonderful impression not only on the little ones. You can find the pier in the neighborhood of the green bridge (Most Zielony).
Hewelianum Center
The unusual family attraction is located in historic military buildings. The Hewelianum Center is a modern and interactive educational center where everything is done entertainingly. Permanent exhibitions allow you to learn about geography, nature, energy, mathematics, and history attractively. Fun for the whole family is guaranteed. In addition, from this place, there is a beautiful view of the panorama of Gdańsk.
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European Solidarity Center (Europejskie Centrum Solidarności)
Right here, in a modern way, what led to the changes in Central and Eastern Europe. The attractiveness of the exhibition will appeal to the whole family. For the little ones, the Gaming Section was recently opened here – probably the most modern gaming and educational center in Poland. Two zones – for children up to five and eight years old – will allow children to learn about the values of solidarity through exciting fun and educational games.
Ferris Wheel (Amber Sky)
We immediately associate the big Ferris wheel with a popular attraction in London (the London Eye). The aforementioned Royal Road, the entire Capital City of Gdańsk, the Amber Stadium, and, in good weather, Hel—this is the view that awaits you from Amber Sky. One ride takes about 15 minutes, so you can enjoy the views to your heart’s content.
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ZOO Gdańsk
The city zoo is a year-round attraction for all ages. Here, bongo antelopes, Arabian oryxes, pygmy hippos, or unique, scavenging giant condors await you. Seeing monkeys, elephants, giraffes, and lions gives the youngest the greatest joy. There is also a tiny dinosaur park. The zoo area is perfect for a pleasant family walk.
Parrot House (Papugarnia) Gdańsk
Papugarnia Gdańsk is a place created out of love for animals. A world full of colorful birds and other animals awaits you. Here, parrots fly freely, sit on your hands or shoulders, and let themselves be petted and fed. Not only for children, it is an unforgettable glow.
You can also see lemurs, meerkats, and tricolor squirrels here. And that’s not all! Here, you will also find a small underwater world full of magical creatures and amazing amphibians, reptiles, and spiders.
