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Rich in history and tradition, Warsaw is also a modern city which offers numerous sources of entertainment for families to appreciate. The parks and forests close to the city centre; the city itself which features on the UNESCO World Heritage list with its royal palace; the superb mansions of Poland’s princes; associations with countless Polish artists and composers such as Chopin: all are routes that will take you deep into the heart of Warsaw.
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
To discover, to understand, to wonder, and enjoy oneself, to marvel…So many entertaining opportunities to be enjoyed by the WHOLE FAMILY and which can be reached from your hotel in Warsaw.
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
To discover, to understand, to wonder, and enjoy oneself, to marvel…So many entertaining opportunities to be enjoyed by the WHOLE FAMILY and which can be reached from your hotel in Warsaw.
1747
Warsaw was the first city ever to open a public library…in 1747!
200
At a height of more than 200 metres, the clock of the Palace of Culture and Science is the second highest in the world.
370
Warsaw is 370 km from the closest sea. Yet, the emblem of the city, a famous statue shown on its coat of arms is…a mermaid!
Kids’voyage’s special treats
The Railway Museum
For more than 60 years now the Railway Museum has been a feature of Warsaw station. It’s a haven for steam train buffs, and probably the only place to have a complete armoured train from the German army. This museum confirms Poland’s reputation as major steam train builders.
Ul. Towarowa 1, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6200480
Open every day from 10.30am to 3.30pm
Pole Mokotowskie Park
Mokotowskie Park is considered by many Poles as the equivalent to New York’s Central Park. Perfect for jogging, cycling, roller-blading, or simply going for walks, it’s also a popular site for picnics. Concerts and festivals are held here in summer.
M° Pole Mokotowskie, Warsaw
Open every day
The ‘Old City’
No visit to Warsaw is complete without visiting Stare Mastio, the old city quarter, which features on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Completely destroyed during the Second World War, it was rebuilt as it was in the 13th century and often has the air of a historic film set about it. Look out for the young mermaid statue which stands in the middle of the market square: it’s the emblem of the city and one of the most photographed landmarks in Warsaw.
Stare Mastio, Warsaw
Open every day
For more than 60 years now the Railway Museum has been a feature of Warsaw station. It’s a haven for steam train buffs, and probably the only place to have a complete armoured train from the German army. This museum confirms Poland’s reputation as major steam train builders.
Ul. Towarowa 1, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6200480
Open every day from 10.30am to 3.30pm
Pole Mokotowskie Park
Mokotowskie Park is considered by many Poles as the equivalent to New York’s Central Park. Perfect for jogging, cycling, roller-blading, or simply going for walks, it’s also a popular site for picnics. Concerts and festivals are held here in summer.
M° Pole Mokotowskie, Warsaw
Open every day
The ‘Old City’
No visit to Warsaw is complete without visiting Stare Mastio, the old city quarter, which features on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Completely destroyed during the Second World War, it was rebuilt as it was in the 13th century and often has the air of a historic film set about it. Look out for the young mermaid statue which stands in the middle of the market square: it’s the emblem of the city and one of the most photographed landmarks in Warsaw.
Stare Mastio, Warsaw
Open every day
Museums and exhibitions
The Palace of Culture and Science
The largest building in Poland, this gift from the Soviet people to the Polish nation houses, among other things, a cinema, theatres, a concert hall, a swimming pool, a casino, a Science Museum and a terrace offering a panoramic view of the city. Even if the aesthetic appeal of the building is debatable, it’s a monument that children can spot easily and so is a useful landmark. The Science Museum boasts a collection of ‘technical miracles’ which will fascinate children, for instance the ‘Ice Woman’ with her visible organs. The planetarium provides an added bonus to an educational visit.
Jerozolimskie Av., Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6566134
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9.30am to 4.30pm
Tour the city on the little blue train!
Located in the old city quarter, the Palace is one of the most important buildings in Warsaw. It contains a history museum and an art museum, but for children it’s primarily the starting point for the small blue electric train which gives the whole family the chance to discover and take photos of the city’s main monuments. You can also take the same route from the Palace in a horse-drawn carriage.
Palace Square, Warsaw
Open in summer from 10am to 5pm
The Frédéric Chopin Museum
This museum houses photos, recordings and a library with precious manuscripts by the world-famous Polish composer and pianist. An excellent way to discover or rediscover this outstanding virtuoso in his home city.
Ul. Okolnik,1, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 8265935
Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 10am to 5pm; Thursday from noon to 6pm; and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm
The largest building in Poland, this gift from the Soviet people to the Polish nation houses, among other things, a cinema, theatres, a concert hall, a swimming pool, a casino, a Science Museum and a terrace offering a panoramic view of the city. Even if the aesthetic appeal of the building is debatable, it’s a monument that children can spot easily and so is a useful landmark. The Science Museum boasts a collection of ‘technical miracles’ which will fascinate children, for instance the ‘Ice Woman’ with her visible organs. The planetarium provides an added bonus to an educational visit.
Jerozolimskie Av., Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6566134
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9.30am to 4.30pm
Tour the city on the little blue train!
Located in the old city quarter, the Palace is one of the most important buildings in Warsaw. It contains a history museum and an art museum, but for children it’s primarily the starting point for the small blue electric train which gives the whole family the chance to discover and take photos of the city’s main monuments. You can also take the same route from the Palace in a horse-drawn carriage.
Palace Square, Warsaw
Open in summer from 10am to 5pm
The Frédéric Chopin Museum
This museum houses photos, recordings and a library with precious manuscripts by the world-famous Polish composer and pianist. An excellent way to discover or rediscover this outstanding virtuoso in his home city.
Ul. Okolnik,1, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 8265935
Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 10am to 5pm; Thursday from noon to 6pm; and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm
Some good places for a family meal
Bambino-Bar Mleczny
Discover home-made Polish cuisine from a very reasonably priced menu which changes daily.
Ul. Krucza, 21, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 625 16 95
Open Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm; and Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 5pm
U Aktorow
A great family atmosphere and a strong cinematic heritage: this restaurant has served the most famous Polish actors. As you eat, gaze at the countless photos of film stars which cover the walls.
Al. Ujazdowskie, 45, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6286550
Open every day
Slodki-Slony
For fans of desserts and pastries! Of course regular dishes are also available in this restaurant, but it’s especially famed for its pastries and cakes, to eat in or take away.
Ul. Mokotowska, 45, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6224934
Open every day from 11am to midnight
KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels in Warsaw wish you an excellent stay.
Discover home-made Polish cuisine from a very reasonably priced menu which changes daily.
Ul. Krucza, 21, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 625 16 95
Open Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm; and Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 5pm
U Aktorow
A great family atmosphere and a strong cinematic heritage: this restaurant has served the most famous Polish actors. As you eat, gaze at the countless photos of film stars which cover the walls.
Al. Ujazdowskie, 45, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6286550
Open every day
Slodki-Slony
For fans of desserts and pastries! Of course regular dishes are also available in this restaurant, but it’s especially famed for its pastries and cakes, to eat in or take away.
Ul. Mokotowska, 45, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6224934
Open every day from 11am to midnight
KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels in Warsaw wish you an excellent stay.
Zoos, aquariums, parks and gardens
The Zoological Garden
A great opportunity to walk round a superb park and learn things while having fun. The zoo has fascinating information notices lining the footpaths and the whole family will learn everything about the weight, the size and the feeding habits of buffaloes, camels, pandas, elephants and giraffes. Workshops are held which teach children about protecting nature and caring for pets and wild animals.
Ul. Ratuszowa, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6194041
Open every day from 9am to 3.30pm
Lazienki Park
Children will love getting close to the squirrels and swans in this park. Easy to reach as it’s close to the city centre, it’s an ideal place to rest after a long day’s sightseeing, so will be appreciated by the whole family. For the ultimate in relaxation take the children for a spell on a gondola during the summer months.
1 ul. Agrykoli, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6216241
Every day from 8 am to sunset
Kampinos National Park
It only takes 30 minutes by public transport to get to this park, but what a change of scenery! With its forest, its 30-metre high dunes, its beavers, eagles and lynxes, this park is the place for picnics, hikes and just taking in the views and attracts over a million visitors each year. To bring a little culture to the open-air activities, there are 39 historic monuments scattered around the park such as the house where Frederic Chopin was born.
Ul. Tetmajera 38, Izabelin – Tel: (+48) 22 7226001
Open every day
A great opportunity to walk round a superb park and learn things while having fun. The zoo has fascinating information notices lining the footpaths and the whole family will learn everything about the weight, the size and the feeding habits of buffaloes, camels, pandas, elephants and giraffes. Workshops are held which teach children about protecting nature and caring for pets and wild animals.
Ul. Ratuszowa, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6194041
Open every day from 9am to 3.30pm
Lazienki Park
Children will love getting close to the squirrels and swans in this park. Easy to reach as it’s close to the city centre, it’s an ideal place to rest after a long day’s sightseeing, so will be appreciated by the whole family. For the ultimate in relaxation take the children for a spell on a gondola during the summer months.
1 ul. Agrykoli, Warsaw – Tel: (+48) 22 6216241
Every day from 8 am to sunset
Kampinos National Park
It only takes 30 minutes by public transport to get to this park, but what a change of scenery! With its forest, its 30-metre high dunes, its beavers, eagles and lynxes, this park is the place for picnics, hikes and just taking in the views and attracts over a million visitors each year. To bring a little culture to the open-air activities, there are 39 historic monuments scattered around the park such as the house where Frederic Chopin was born.
Ul. Tetmajera 38, Izabelin – Tel: (+48) 22 7226001
Open every day