For Children

MAŁOPOLSKA  14 UNESCO World Heritage List sites  255 attractions on the Wooden Architecture Route  Wadowice – town of birth of Pope John Paul II  Salt mines in Wieliczka and Bochnia  9 spa resorts  6 national parks  6 geothermal pools  Rafting down the Dunajec gorge  2600 km of bicycle trails  3360 km of mountain trails  65 ski stations

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Ryga LV Dublin DK IRL Kopenhaga LT Wilno GB RUS Mińsk NL Londyn BY Amsterdam Berlin Bruksela Warszawa D PL B Kijów L Praga KRAKÓW Paryż Luksemburg UA CZ SK F FL Wiedeń Bratysława Berno MD Vaduz Budapeszt CH A H Kiszyniów Lublana SLO RO Zagrzeb San Bukareszt Marino HR AND Monako BIH Belgrad P E MC RSM photo by iStockphoto.com Andora Sarajewo SRB Lizbona I Madryt MNE Soﬁa Priština BG ancy a weekend with your children in the mountains? An un- Rzym Podgorica RKS Skopje V Tirana MK forgettable visit to a regular or open-air museum? Or perhaps AL water games, sport challenges or tours of fascinating castles? GR TR F This is only a selection out of a long list of Małopolska attractions for Ateny children. Both pre-school and school pupils as well as parents themselves will find here something suited to their enjoyment. The pack- M Publisher age is very diverse: apart from Małopolska’s undeniable sightseeing Department of Tourism, Sport and Promotion and cultural attractions, you can visit, among other places, amuse- at The Office of the Marshal of the Małopolska Province Regional Tourism Information System Team ment parks or avail yourself of the interesting and unique events and ul. Basztowa 22, 31-156 Kraków venues. Most of the museums organise educational workshops and [email protected], www.visitmalopolska.pl classes for children that prove very popular, as they guarantee a fun Text and memorable time, even while learning. In the open-air geologi- Iwona Baturo cal museums you can see working carpenters and learn about van- New release: 2017 ishing professions and skills. In the castles of Małopolska, children Małopolska Organizacja Turystyczna Rynek Kleparski 4/13, 31-150 Kraków can learn about the daily life and customs of the Middle Ages and [email protected], www.mot.krakow.pl watch tournaments of chivalric knights. For a small tourist the his- Project coordinator: Agnieszka Bratek toric buildings ‘brought to life’ have a completely different value, as Publishing such a visit becomes embedded in their memory. Amistad Sp. z o.o. – Program ul. Stolarska 13/7, 31-043 Kraków On longer trips, you need to take into account that children sight- tel./faks: + 48 12 4229922 see at their own pace and usually get tired and bored quickly. It is [email protected], www.polskaturystyczna.pl Production management: Agnieszka Błaszczak, Małgorzata Czopik best to plan a two or three hour break for dinner in an inn or restau- Project coordination: Katarzyna Thor rant in the middle of the day. Far from home, and often in unique Publishing concept: Anna Niedźwieńska Editor: Aurelia Hołubowska interiors, food can taste exceptionally good, while a much needed Proofreading: Agnieszka Szmuc rest charges the batteries for the family’s next challenge. Allowing Cover design, graphic design: PART SA Maps: Wydawnictwo Kartograficzne Daunpol sp. z o.o. children the opportunity to visit the souvenir shops can add to the Typesetting, preparation for print: Michał Tincel excitement of their imaginative world. A little souvenir will remind Translation and proofreading: EuroInterpret Dominik Moser Second edition: K. Syga Virtual 3D them of your trip for a long time.

Kraków 2017, ISBN 978-83-947250-4-4 The authors and publishers have made every effort to ensure the text is accurate, however, they cannot 1 be responsible for any changes that took place after the materials have been prepared for publishing. Materials prepared as of: 28 February 2017. Inwadł Park, photo by K. Bańkowski Rabkoland, photo by J. Gorlach

Energylandia Amusement Park, DinoZatorland, photo by M. Zaręba photy by K. Syga Lands of children’s high jinks Fun and entertainment Zatorland, Zator 4+ Inwałdpark, Inwałd 4+ The park in Zator offers over 90 representatives of prehistor- ic reptiles for your wonderment. Each model, almost life-size Inwałd Park, a complex of parks located just a few kilome- on a scale near 1:1, is comprehensively described. Other at- ters away from Wadowice, includes the "World of Dreams" tractions include the museum which displays, among oth- Miniature Park, where you can go on a trip around the er things, specimens of rocks and minerals; quad-bikes and world admiring the most famous monuments. The World go-karting tracks; merry-go-rounds and a 5DExtreme cin- of Dreams is situated right next to Dinolandia where visi- ema (each charged separately). Those who are hungry can tors can see over 50 species of dinosaurs exhibited. A vis- indulge themselves at small catering points or in the inn. it to Inwałd Stronghold will leave an indelible imprint in your memory as you will be travel in time, back to the era DinoZatorland, ul. Parkowa 7, Zator, \ +48 667979220, of knights, dragons and residents of settlements at the foot = www.dinozatorland.pl of the castle. You can also see a facility dedicated to the Pa- tron of Wadowice – the Garden of John Paul II. Energylandia Family Amusement Park, Zator 4+ Inwałd Park, ul. Wadowicka 169, 34-120 Inwałd \ +48 515 106 090, 515 107 090 = www.inwaldpark.pl The largest Amusement Park in Poland is located in Zator, close to the town of Oświęcim. Due to its high ranking, the Park has Rabkoland, Rabka-Zdrój 3+ been dubbed Polish Disneyland, as it includes roughly 50 me- chanical attractions, spread over 26 hectares of land and provi- This is a real paradise for children. There are all kinds of merry- des relaxation and fun that can last for more than just one day. go-rounds, karting tracks and bumper cars, slides, a two-tier • For the youngest visitors - "Bajkolandia" [Fableland] offering rollercoaster and many more attractions. You can also visit the activities for children. Aztec pyramid, the hall of mirrors, the ghost palace or the Fer- • For family, where both older and younger visitors can have ris. After having some fun, why not visit the Order of the Smile lots of fun Museum or Museum of Polish Records and Curiosities. • For young people, which will surely attract those who seek the most extreme fun Rabkoland Family Amusement and Education Park, Customers may choose from a diverse food offer fully profes- Rynek, Rabka-Zdrój, \ +48 32 258 84 67, = www.rab- sional cuisine through smaller fast food restaurants, great cafés koland.pl and ice cream parlors for those with a sweet tooth.

2 3 Botanical Garden, photo by M. Zaręba ZOO, photo by M. Zaręba Indian village, photo by M. Włodarczyk The park boasts a water park and a concert stage with a capa- city of up to 30 thousand people to party, hosting the brightest stars from Poland and abroad. Recreation and sport Energylandia Family Amusement Park, al. 3 Maja 2, Botanical Garden, Kraków 1-100 32-640 Zator, = www.energylandia.pl, \+48 33 486 15 00, +48 724 222 000 Established in the 18th century, the Kraków botanical garden is a great place for a stroll among flower beds, the rock- Indian village, Szczyrzyc 5+ ery or arboretum. The colourful flowers and fish splash- ing in the ponds will delight the children. When when the An old orchard shelters painted tipis, an Indian steam lodge, and weather is foul, be sure to visit the greenhouse. a special war-tent or warlodge. In Szczyrzyc you will find every kind of Native American paraphernalia: from craftwork, faith- Botanical Garden, ul. Kopernika 27, Kraków, \ +48 12 421 ful replicas of costumes from 200 years ago, tomahawks, and 2620, = www.ogrod.uj.edu.pl bags made from animal hides… You can also shoot at a target with an Indian bow and arrow, play authentic Indian games, and listen to tales about Native American myths, customs and life. ZOO, Wolski Wood, Kraków 1-100 Indian Village, Szczyrzyc-Pogorzany 8, \ 508 111 684 lub Wolski Wood is the largest green enclave of Kraków. Cover- 18 55 55 685 = www.wioskaindianska.pl ing the uplands, it is situated in the west part of the city, 8km from the centre. A few beautiful hiking and cycling tracks Villages of the World – have been marked out here. However, the greatest attraction 7+ for children will surely be the local zoological garden. The Global Education Park forested region has become home for almost 1500 animals Buildings characteristic for various world regions, equipped – representatives of nearly 300 species. A number of cater- with items of everyday use, were accumulated on an area ing points are in operation before the entrance to the zoo. of about 3 hectares. Each cabin features exhibits, photographs and multimedia materials, which let children widen their knowledge about the world’s cultural and social di- Zoo, ul. Kasy Oszczędności Miasta Krakowa 14, Kraków, versity. \ +48 12 4253551, 4253552, = www.zoo-krakow.pl

Developmental Education Park, ul. Tyniecka 39, Kraków, \+48 12 2692333, = www.wioskiswiata.org

4 5 Jordan Park, photo by A. Błaszczak Zarabie, photo by K. Bańkowski

Jordan Park, Kraków 1–100 Jordan Park is one of the most popular walking and recrea- “Strefa Wolnego Czasu”: Zarabie “Free tional sites in Kraków, offering volleyball and basketball courts, Time Zone”, Myślenice 1–100 football pitches, a skate park and a little pond which can be traversed aboard pedal boats. It also includes a large play- Situated in the picturesque valley of Raba, the recreational ground for young children and electric cars for rent. In the district of Myślenice tempts with numerous attractions. Here, winter children can even sledge downhill. The Jordan café in the summer, you can spend a great time at the swimming welcomes everyone for a coffee and a little something to eat. pool or bathing beaches in Górny and Dolny Jaz, while in the winter you can ski on the Chełm Mountain. Zarabie offers a wide range of accommodation, catering and sporting facil- Jordan Park, between ul. Reymonta and al. 3 Maja, adjacent ities for those who desire a few days stay here. It is also wel- to Błonie, Kraków coming to children – apart from aquatic recreational facilities, there are numerous playgrounds awaiting them. Also, you can ascend the Chełm Mountain via cable car and then climb the viewing tower. By the inn perched on top of the moun- Grey Owl (Szara Sowa) Rope Park, Zawada tain, a number of popular cycling, downhill, hiking and tour- The Park was created in 2010. The park’s attractions provide ist tracks can be found. good fun, active rest and relaxing outdoors. Visitors will ex- perience an unforgettable adventure at the top of the trees Nature Park, “Strefa Wolnego Czasu”: Zarabie “Free Time and an adrenaline rush during a 30-metre "flight" above the Zone”, Myślenice, www.myslenice.pl, www.dolnyjaz.ugu.pl ground. They can also check their marksmanship while shoot- ing at targets using a bow or replica weapons (ASG). Grey Owl Entertainment Park is also a great place for an outdoor event.

Grey Owl (Szara Sowa) Rope Park, Zawada 137f, 33-112 Tar- nowiec, \ 606148444, 600 969 185, = www.szarasowa.pl

6 7 ABlandia, photo by J. Gorlach Borek Active Leisure Centre, photo by D. Zaród Daytona Indoor Karting Track, photo by K. Bańkowski

Recreation-Landscape Park in Olkusz, 1–100 ABlandia, Krościenko and Rytro “Silver Park” Ablandia rope parks offer diverse courses in respect of height as well as difficulty. The main attraction of the park in Rytro is Big- “Silver Park” at Głowackiego Street in Olkusz is an unusual attrac- Swing, also called Infernal Pendulum, where the courageous tion for fans to ride bikes, roller skates, rollerblades and skate- are elevated to a height of 16 m and then let loose to glide over boards. The Park includes a professional skate plaza and four tri- the precipice, following the motion of a pendulum. The park al sections. Natural (ground) cycling tracks and a path to learn in Krościenko offers, among other things, the Tower of Power: roller skating and rollerblading. The park is a recreational facility an 18-metre structure fitted with attractions of all kinds (such with water reservoir, gazebos and children’s playground. Mining as a hanging ladder, a flying-fox ride, and an obstacle course). machines that were used in zinc and lead ore mines are a unique attraction for the little ones. ABlandia, Rytro, Roztoka Wielka (next to the Perła Połu- dnia hotel), \ +48 662078276; Krościenko by the Duna- jec, ul. Jagiellońska 100a, \ +48 18 547 44 44; = www. Recreation-Landscape Park, “Silver Park” is located at the ablandia.pl Municipal Sports and Recreation Centre, Wiejska 1a, \ 32 649 44 90, [email protected], = www.mosir.olkusz.pl Borek Active Leisure Centre 1–100 Daytona Indoor Karting Track, Tarnów The recreational part of the centre offers, among other things, a bathing beach with lifeguards, karting and quad The largest karting track in Małopolska, with the indoor sur- tracks, a climbing wall, a stud farm, sport fields, playgrounds face area of 3,000 m2, track length of 500 m and track width and a mini-zoo. A special attraction is the World of Salt of 6 m. Pavement type: Asphalt. Track designed in cooper- Rocks amusement park, which is educational (5 years of ation with the European Champion in karting, Seweryn To- age and above). Kids can see here miniatures of a salt mine biasz Szczepanik. The track offers many opportunities to in Bochnia, an aristocratic castle, a mining village and many actively spend your free time. Service staff guarantees rac- other buildings dating back to the times when salt was as ing competition and great fun for everyone. No one will be precious as gold. bored when visiting our facility – guaranteed.

Borek Active Leisure Centre, Borek 302, \ +48 14 6152700, Daytona Indoor Karting Track, ul. Kochanowskiego 39, \ = www.centrumborek.pl 33-100 Tarnów, 14 629 62 62, 516 141 600, = www.daytona-tarnow.eu

8 9 On the raft, photo by A. Niedźwieńska Rafting on the Dunajec, photo by J. Gorlach

Expanding horizons

Cruising and rafting Children, photo MOLO restaurant Poprad River Tour, photo by K. Bańkowski Rafting on the Dunajec 7+ Flowing across the Pieniny Właściwe, the Dunajec meanders Recreation centre "Molo" [Pier] in Osiek widely through the deep valley whose sides reach 300 m in height. The trip starts at the rafting stand in Kąty (Sromowce near Oświęcim Wyżne). Within two to three hours the raft covers an 18-kilo Children and their parents are cordially invited. We offer wa- metre route to Szczawnica or 23 kilometres to Krościenko. ter equipment rental - water bikes, boats and canoes. Skating and cycling enthusiasts can take advantage of a 2.5-km long Rafting on the Dunajec, The Polish Association of Pieni- path running around the reservoir. An outdoor swimming ny Rafters, ul. Kąty 14, Sromowce Wyżne-Kąty, \ +48 18 262 pool, a water slide, children's pool and a multi-coloured chil- 9721, = www.flisacy.com.pl dren’s playground will open soon in our centre. After a fan- tastic fun, enjoy a delicious dinner at our restaurant. Children 6+ will love desserts prepared especially for them. Attractions Rafting on the Poprad children can enjoy: Emptying into the Dunajec near Stary Sącz, the Poprad - Water bikes, canoes and boats (rental) meanders scenically between the Radziejowa and Jawor- - In-line skating and biking along the asphalt path around zyna range. The distance of 10 km between Piwniczna- the lagoon Zdrój and Rytro is covered within 1.5 – 2 hours on a flat - An outdoor pool with a water slide and wading pool for boat steered by two rafters by means of wooden poles. young children After rafting, you can venture to investigate the ruins of - A spacious, multi-coloured playground a castle situated in Rytro.

Recreation centre "Molo" [Pier], ul. Główna 231 A, 32-608 Osiek Rafting on the Poprad, rafting stand \ +48 503 601 600, at ul. Gąsiorowskiego, Piwniczna-Zdrój, = www.restauracja-molo.pl \ +48 18 4468449, 605742551, = www.splywdolinapopradu.pl

10 11 Kayaks on the Dunajec River, photo by A. Marcinak Babiogórski National Park, photo by A. Marciniak

Boating on the Vistula, Kraków 1–100 National parks 8+ Voyaging by boat you can admire, among other things, Babiogórski National Park the Wawel Hill, the St. Norbert convent and the Kościuszko A scenic track suited for the beginning hiker starts at the Mound. Those willing to travel longer can enjoy a 3-hour Markowe Szczawiny hostel and leads along the Polish-Slo- long cruise to Tyniec. You can also catch a water tram run- vak educational path (overlapping with the red trail) to ning from the Salwador district to Tyniec and other locales. Diablak, the highest and most popular peak of the park. In the BNP’s head office in Zawoja you can see an interesting “Legenda” (“Legend”) Boat, moored near ul. Bernardyń- exhibition on the flora and fauna of the region, as well as ska, \ +48 604299000, = www.statek-krakow.pl;“Nimfa” the culture. Before the building there is the Garden of Ba- (“Nymph”) Boat, Wawel Marina, \ +48 12 422 0855, = www. bia Góra Plants, where the individual plots reproduce the www.statekkrakow.com; Water Tram, moored at ul. Flisacka, natural character of the vegetation zones. = www.zis.krakow.pl/pl/zarzadzanie-obiektami-sportowymi

Boating on the Czorsztyn Lake and kay- Babiogórski National Park, = www.bgpn.pl aking on the Dunajec River 1–100

From the lake you can admire not only the picturesque moun- 5+ tains, but also the ruins of the Czorsztyn castle and the reno- Gorczański National Park vated residence in Niedzica. The relatively low Gorce Mountains are of great tourist in- The kayaking route from Jurków to the bridge in Zaklic- terest. With small children, not suited to difficult walks, it is zyn is a peaceful, scenic route, ideal for recreational rafting, best to set off for one of the many educational paths. With parents and children rafting or simply for those seeking relax- slightly older children it is worth venturing to the popular ation spiced with a touch of adventure. Distance: 10 km. Esti- Turbacz, the highest peak of the Gorce Mountains. There mated trip duration: 1.5 – 2 hours. is a hostel near Turbacz where you can recuperate while eating delicious pierogi (dumplings). Excursion cruises: Departing from the foot of the Dunajec castle in Niedzica, \ +48 18 2750121, = www.wolski.pl; Cruises to and from the castles: departure points at the foot of the castles in Nie- Gorczański National Park, = www.gorczanskipark.pl dzica and Czorsztyn; Rafting on The Dunajec, Poprad, Raba, Biała and Wisła river, = www.kajakidunajcem.pl

12 13 Magurski National Park, photo by K. Bańkowski Castle in Ojców, photo by K. Syga Morskie Oko, photo by K. Bańkowski

Magurski National Park 6+ Pieniński National Park 8+ It is a genuine oasis of peace. It is distinguished by gentle In the Pieniny the most popular peaks to reach are Sokolica and mountain ridges and beautiful cultural monuments, such as the massif of Trzy Korony. The most interesting and difficult at the Lemko Orthodox churches in Krempna, Kotań, Bartne, the same time is a passage through the so called Sokola Perć. The Świątkowa Wielka, Świątkowa Mała and others. The best bas- track starts from the scenic Szczawnica, with 19th century wooden es from which to explore the MNP are the villages of Kremp- buildings at the spa area. The cableway to Palenica is the town’s na, Folusz and Bartne. The natural curiosities worth paying other attraction. In Jaworki, it is worth visiting nature reserves Ho- attention to include the Diabli Kamień (Devil Stone), the Kor- mole Gorge and Biała Woda. However, the greatest attraction of nuty rock reserve and the Magurski Waterfall near Folusz. the Pieniny is rafting through the Dunajec gorge.

Magurski National Park, = www.magurskipn.pl Pieniński National Park, = www.pieninypn.pl

Tatrzański National Park 7+ 6+ Ojcowski National Park The Tatras, also known as the Snowy Mountains, inspire awe The fairy-tale character of the landscape will enchant every and command respect. Upon arrival in Zakopane, children will child. For the older children, the modern educational-muse- have a lot of fun strolling down the main street, called Krupów- um centre in Ojców (Ojców 9) is bound to be intriguing, while ki, or taking a photo with the bear. You can also ascend mount everyone will enjoy the ruins of the medieval castle. It is also Kasprowy Wierch or Gubałówka in a cable car, and then spend a good idea to take a stroll from Ojców up the Prądnik Valley some pleasant moments in the aqua park. Along one of the towards the gothic-renaissance castle in Piaskowa Skała. Open easiest and most popular tracks in the Tatras, you can stroll by to sightseeing are also two caves: Grota Łokietka where, ac- Morskie Oko, Czarny Staw, Strążyska and Chochołowska valley, cording to legend, centuries ago the future Polish king hid Siklawa waterfall and Mickiewicza (Waterfall). Children also find and Jaskinia Ciemna. the Kościeliska valley to be of interest.

Ojcowski National Park, = www.ojcowskiparknarodo- wy.pl Tatrzański National Park, = www.tpn.pl

14 15 Climbing in Bolechowicka Valley, photo by K. Bańkowski Nietoperzowa Cave, photo by K. Bańkowski Nietoperzowa Cave 6+ Natural wonders Situated among the cluster of rocks by the upper part of the Kraków Valleys 5+ Będkowska Valley, the cave derived its name from the bats, which not long ago sheltered here in large numbers during Situated to the north-east of Kraków is a land of valleys and winter. It is worth paying attention to the dripstone waterfall gorges traversed by winding rivers and a kingdom of monad- as you enter the cave and a number of spiral corries along nocks, caves and karst springs. This region is perfect for one-day the roof in the deeper parts. The 300-metre cave, which is trips, which will surely please the children. A stroll or a cycling a private property, can be toured only with the guide on trip through the most interesting valleys such as Będkowska duty at the entrance. Valley (with the impressive Sokolica rock, a waterfall, a karst spring and the Nietoperzowa Cave), Kobylańska Valley (with Nietoperzowa (Bat) Cave, \ +48 12 3895395, 605467892; a number of fanciful rocks forming gates, peaks and rock walls) = www.nietoperzowa.ojcow.pl; You can reach the cave on the or Kluczwoda Valley (the Zamkowa Rock with ruins of a knight’s road from Olkusz to Kraków (route no. 94). The car park is situ- watchtower and the Wierzchowska Górna Cave) will be remi- ated close to the cave. nisced about for a long time. Also, you must visit the remarka- ble 1.5-metre-long Bolechowicka Valley – a small wonder of na- 5+ ture. Nor can you fail to be impressed by the massive rock gate Wierzchowska Górna Cave guarding the entrance to the Valley. Another charming site is This largest cave of the Krakowsko-Częstochowska Upland the Mnikowska Valley, a karst gorge, which also forms part of the is situated in Kluczwoda Valley near the village of Wierzcho- Sanka Valley. It owes its uniqueness to beautiful monadnocks wice. Regarded as a natural monument, it is nearly one kilo- of original shapes, which stretch expansively on both sides. metre long, 700m of which is available for sightseeing. The underground route leads through enchanting chambers and corridors, where apart from the beautiful dripstone forms, Kraków Valleys, the village of Bolechowice is a great base from you can find an exhibition of Jurassic fossils and the bones which you can explore the Bolechowicka and Kluczwoda Valleys. of cave animals. Visits are by guided tour only. The gateway to the Bolechowicka Valley is situated only several hundred metres from the centre of the village (near the car park). Wierzchowska Górna Cave, =www.jaskiniawierzchowska.pl; Kluczwoda Valley you can reach also from the hamlet of Gacki. Set- You can reach the cave via route no. 94. In Biały Kościół you need ting off for the Kobylańska Valley, it is best to start from the village to pull off the road towards Zabierzów, then take the first right of Kobylany, while the Będkowska Valley is best traversed begin- onto the asphalt road towards the village of Wierzchowie, (here ning at Będkowice. The Mnikowska Valley is easiest to reach from you will find a car park). From there on, follow the signs, on foot the hamlet of Mników – Skałki. (10 min).

16 17 Events and festivities that children will love Children of the Mountains July Nowy Sącz www.mcksokol.pl Event Date Location Website Festival Theatre Festi- January/ Knights Kraków www.nck.krakow.pl July Rabsztyn www.mok.olkusz.pl val for Children February Tournament Highland Bukowina www.domludo- Fairy Tale Sum- July- February Rabka-Zdrój www.mok.rabka.pl Carnival Tatrzańska wy.pl mer Festival -August The Che- Palm and March/ Lipnica www.lipnicamuro- wing-Gum- Craftwork April Murowana wana.pl -Bubble-Blo- August Rabka-Zdrój www.rabkoland.pl Competition wing Polish Rękawka Tra- March/ www.dkpodgorze. Championship Kraków ditional Fair April krakow.pl Redyk (Trailing Jaworki www.mokszczaw- August Archeological of the Sheep) by Szczawnica nica.pl May Kraków-Branice www.ma.krakow.pl Festival Sabałowe Ba- Bukowina www.domludo- jania (Folk August Kolorowe Nut- Tatrzańska wy.pl Storytelling) ki: The “Co- Witches Sab- lourful Notes” May Kraków www.nck.krakow.pl www.zamek-lipo- bath at Lipo- August Babice Children Song wiec.republika.pl Festival wiec Castle

The Night www.krakowskie- Pierogi (Dum- May Małopolska August Kraków www.krakow.pl of Museums noce.pl plings) Festival Sausage Dogs Septem- Małopol- Kraków www.krakow.pl www.dnidziedzic Parade ber ska Cultural May Małopolska twa.pl Heritage Days Knights Tour- nament for the Septem- www.gminadeb- www.paradasmo- Dębno Dragon Parade May Kraków “Golden Plait ber no.pl kow.pl of Tarłówna” Lajkonik Małopolska May/July Kraków www.krakow.pl Septem- Kraków, Nowy www.nocnaukow- Parade Night of ber Sącz, Tarnów cow.malopolska.pl Scientists Folk Toy May/June Stryszawa www.stryszawa.pl Festival Tęczowe Pio- senki: The Open Wooden May–Sep- www.drewniana. “Rainbow Architecture Małopolska Songs” Natio- tember malopolska.pl November Kraków www.festiwal-jw.pl Route nal Children and Youth St Nicholas www.muzeum. June Chrzanów Song Festival Fairs chrzanow.pl (final) Kraków City June Kraków www.krakow.pl Kraków Nativi- Festival ty Crib Contest December Kraków www.mhk.pl Floating of the and Exhibition Wreaths and www.wianki.kra- The Angel June Kraków December Lanckorona www.lanckorona.pl the Midsum- kow.pl in Town mer Eve Fair

Kraków Thea- www.krakowskie- June Kraków tre Night noce.pl Małopolska www.pikniklotni- June Kraków Aviation Picnic czy.krakow.pl

18 19 Archeological Museum, photo by M. Zaręba Learning through play

Archeological Museum, Kraków 8+ Ethnographic Museum, photo by arch Ethnographic Museum Municipal Engineering Museum, photo by M. Zaręba

This archeological facility, the oldest in Poland, abounds with things to see. Young tourists will surely stare with amazement great-grandfathers, this facility has it all. Slightly older visitors can at the Gods of ancient Egypt exhibition, complete with sarcoph- also follow the developments in the history of photographic art. guses and hoary mummies. History of Photography Museum in Kraków, ul. Józefitów Archeological Museum, ul. Senacka 3 (enter from ul. Poselska 3), 16, Kraków, \ +48 12 12 6345932, = www.mhf.krakow.pl Kraków, \ +48 12 4227100, = www.ma.krakow.pl 8+ Ethnographic Museum, Kraków 8+ Historical Museum of the City of Kraków Exploring this museum enables you to travel into the past of the In the main section of the museum, the Krzysztofory Palace, Małopolska countryside. It is worth visiting the reconstructed you can learn the history of Kraków, see how the city looked cottage interiors and taking part in the carpenters’ workshops. centuries ago, and even what armour its defenders donned. It also exhibits the Kraków nativity cribs, which delight with the Ethnographic Museum in Kraków, pl. Wolnica 1, Kraków, colour and invention of their makers. \ +48 12 4306023, = www.etnomuzeum.eu Historical Museum of the City of Kraków – Krzysztofory Pala- Municipal Engineering Museum, Kraków 5+ ce, Rynek Główny 35, Kraków, \ +48 12 6192300, = www.mhk.pl

This museum will undoubtedly be appealing to boys of all ages. From old Polish cars and motorbikes, to historic 8+ tramcars... They can even touch the items and experiment. Polish Aviation Museum, Kraków Historic planes, gliders, helicopters, a large collection of Municipal Engineering Museum, ul. św. Wawrzyńca 15, Kraków, plane engines and more – all this has been amassed in the \ +48 12 421 12 42 , www.mimk.com.pl museum occupying the hangars of the former Rakowice- -Czyżyny airport established in 1912. History of Photography Museum, Kraków 9+ Polish Aviation Museum, al. Jana Pawła II 39, Kraków, Whether discovering the mysteries of photography, or seeing pho- \ +48 12 6409960–61, = www.muzeumlotnictwa.pl tographs taken over 100 years ago and the cameras used by our

20 21 Polish Aviation Museum, photo by M. Zaręba Garden of Experiences, www.ogroddoswiadczen.pl photo archive

National Museum, Kraków 4+ Tatra Mountain Museum 7+ Kraków museum has a uniquely rich collection of Pol- The Museum is worth visiting to use when working with pu- ish, European and non-European art. Mindful of children, pils, students and listeners. In its permanent exhibitions, the the main building has been adapted as an education hall, museum offers classes for schools and kindergartens, lec- where, among other activities, Sunday workshops are run. tures for students and classes for adults. It also offers educational films about the history of the Tatra Mountains region and prominent people associated with the region. You National Museum – Main Building, al. 3 Maja 1, Kraków, can order a picture show here. Guides are available for tour \ +48 12 4335500, = www.mnk.pl groups and individual visitors.

Manggha Museum of Japanese Art Tatra Mountain Museum im. Dr T. Chałubińskiego, and Technology, Kraków 9+ ul. Krupówki 10, 34-500 Zakopane, \ 18-20-152-05 =www.muzeumtatrzanskie.pl The large collection of Japanese art amassed here consists of 6500 exhibit items, which include wood engravings by Kraków Saltworks Museum, Japanese masters and samurai armour complete with hel- 5+ mets and masks. Manggha is also an active culture centre Wieliczka that aids in popularising knowledge about Japan. This museum building will instantly appeal to children, being a medieval salt mine castle where you can see, among other Manggha Museum of Japanese Art and Technology, things, a rich collection of salt shakers as well as machines ul. Konopnickiej 26, Kraków, \ +48 12 2672703, and mining tools in the underground exhibition. =www.manggha.pl Kraków Saltworks Museum, ul. Zamkowa 8, Wieliczka, \ +48 12 2783266, = www.muzeum.wieliczka.pl; Site in- Stanisław Lem Garden of Experiences, scribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Kraków 4+ The Kraków garden of experiences consists of over 50 inter- Wieliczka Salt Mine 5+ active installations presenting a selection of natural phe- nomena. You can trigger off a whirlpool or send and re- This 2-kilometre tourist route (ranging from 64 to 135 m un- ceive a message by means of an acoustic telegraph, etc. derground) includes underground chambers, picturesque lakes and splendid chapels. Stanisław Lem Garden of Experiences, al. Pokoju 68 31-580 Kraków, \ +48 12 346 12 85, =www.ogroddos- Wieliczka Salt Mine, ul. Daniłowicza 10, Wieliczka, \ +48 wiadczen.pl 12 2787302, 2787366, = www.kopalnia.pl; Site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

22 23 Nadwiślański Ethnographic Park, Wygiełzów, photo by K. Bańkowski

Beekeeping Museum, Stróże 4+ Wieliczka Salt Mine, photo by K. Bańkowski Bochnia Salt Mine, photo by K. Bańkowski This relatively small open-air ethnographic museum provides a wealth of knowledge about bees and honey. Children can Bochnia Salt Mine 5+ frolic in the playground called the “Bee Village” as well as in the mini-zoo with animals such as ostriches and Hucul hors- This salt mine dates back to 1248. Here you can visit the ex- es. There is also a shop stocked with local products. hibition of old mining machines, beautiful chapels, the My- siur stable, etc. Included among the attractions are an un- Beekeeping Museum, Stróże 235, \ +48 18 4140579, derground boat trip and a ride down a 140-metre-long slide. = www.bartnik.pl

Bochnia Salt Mine, ul. Campi 15, Bochnia, \ +48 14 615 24 60, 615 24 62 = www.kopalnia-bochnia.pl The African Art and Culture Museum Site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. in Olkusz City Museum in Wadowice The African Art and Culture Museum in Olkusz is one of largest Polish museums, exhibiting arts and culture of the Black From the very beginning, the museum has kept a historical Continent. Visitors can admire everyday utensils, costumes, and regional perspective. Its collections include the history ritual masks, musical instruments, amulets, sculptures and of Wadowice and the surrounding areas. Collections that de- jewellery and weapons from different regions of Africa. serve special attention: a collection of postcards with views of the city in the Galician and interwar periods, paintings and The African Art and Culture Museum in Olkusz, ul. sculptures by artists associated with Wadowice, works of folk Szpitalna 32, \ +48 754 44 55, = www.mok.olkusz.pl artists such as Wowra and works by Wadowice young artists. The museum has also collections of documents, photographs, stamps, books, coins and maps related to the city. Nadwiślański Ethnographic Park, Wygiełzów 5+ Muzeum Miejskie, ul. Kościelna 4, 34 - 100 Wadowice, Children will be delighted by a visit to the beautifully recon- \ 33 873 81 00, =www.wck.wadowice.pl, e-mail: muzeum@ wck.wadowice.pl structed examples of rural and provincial architecture nestled among the green surrounds. The picturesque ruins of the medieval Lipowiec castle tower over the museum. Nadwiślański Ethnographic Park, ul. Podzamcze 1, Wygiełzów, \ +48 32 613 40 62 , = www.mnpe.pl

24 25 Rolling Stock Ethnographic Museum, photo by A. Marciniak Fountain in Rabka, photo by K. Bańkowski

Orawski Ethnographic Park, Ethnographic Museum, Szymbark 5+ 6+ Zubrzyca Górna This small Szymbark open-air ethnographic museum includes, This vast area, which resembles a landscape park, shows var- apart from cottages and farm buildings, windmills for grinding ious examples of architecture in the Orawa style. Most build- wheat and a kiln to bake dishes. With a bit of luck, you may ar- ings house a thematic exhibition showcasing the daily life rive just in time for a demonstration of the carpenter’s craft. in Orawa. Pogórzańska Country Open-Air Ethnographic Museum, Orawski Ethnographic Park, Zubrzyca Górna, Szymbark, \ +48 18 351 10 18, = www.muzeum.gorlice.pl/ \ +48 18 2852709, = www.orawa.eu oddzialy-muzeum/skansen-wsi-pogorzanskiej

Sądecki Ethnographic Park, Nowy Sącz 6+ Rabka-Zdrój "City of Children of the World" The Sądecki open-air ethnographic museum is one of the Rabka-Zdrój is called the "City of Children of the World" and most beautiful in Poland. The local museum exhibits and the offers many attractions for children, including the Museum nearby Galician Town represent construction and culture of of Highlanders and Robbers opened in 2014, Workshop "Un- all ethnic groups once living in the Sącz region. der Liliana" and Laboratory of Ceramics “Klajster Majster” [Do-it-Yourself Dude]. Rabcio Puppet Theatre and “Chrząszcz Sądecki Ethnographic Park, ul. Lwowska 226, Nowy Sącz, w Trzcinie" [Beetle in the Reeds] Theatre. The area is visited \ +48 18 444 35 70 = www.muzeum.sacz.pl by lots of guests attracted by various festivals and championships. The most popular festivals are Carpathian Festival Rolling Stock Ethnographic Museum, of Children's Regional Ensembles, Pre-school Song Festival, Holiday Festival of Fairy Tales and Rabka Festival of children's 4+ Chabówka literature. Regional Championships are represented by Bub- This railway open-air ethnographic museum, which was blegum Blowing Championship, Artificial Cow Milking Cham- established on the grounds of the former 19th century en- pionship, Chess Tournament for the Great Cup of Chocolate or gine house in Chabówka, is one of the largest in Poland. Chess Championship of the Podhale region). Children’s prima- The exhibition includes several dozen historic steam en- ry delight in a visit to SPA Park. There are also numerous attrac- gines, locomotives and carriages. The museum also pro- tions for mountain lovers, including Forest Educational Path in vides heritage railway rides. Uroczysko "Krzywoń", an observation tower on Mount Royal near the ski lift and "Polczakówka" trails. There are also plenty Rolling Stock Ethnographic Museum, Chabówka, \ +48 of attractions for sports enthusiasts, including Skate and Trial 32 7223875, 663 292 713, = www.skansenchabowka.pl Parks, Traffic Town and Rope Parks; Park Street Workout con- tact: www.it.rabka.pl.

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