One of the most frequently asked questions I encounter is: What to do in Wrocław with kids? I say, it is a city custom-made for kids. Within a 5 km radius of the Wrocław Old Town, families can find interactive indoor museums, large-scale outdoor spaces, city parks and attractions designed around the famous African wildlife, waterworld, and more. Wrocław’s best attractions are thoughtfully designed with curiosity-driving visuals.
For my everyday work, I spend ample time planning city tour routes and excursions for visiting families. Thanks to its flat terrain, Wrocław is easy to navigate with children, largely because every major site in the city is accessible by public transport and functions year-round. Bear in mind that open spaces are more suited for kids in warmer months.
This guide brings top family-friendly attractions in Wrocław in one place. My focus remains on practical things to do in the city with kids. Each attraction/activity explains what to expect and how families usually experience it.
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The 10 Must-do Activities in Wrocław with kids
Welcome to Wrocław, Europe’s ultimate hidden gem for your 2026. It’s the city of adventures and home to Poland’s largest Wrocław Zoo and the Africarium, the Kolejkowo Museum, Hydropolis, and the Multimedia Fountain Hala Stulecia. With festive lights parks, ice rinks, and interactive spaces, it offers abundant indoor options during winter. The best part – many of these top activities can fit into a day without rushing.
1. Kolejkowo: Miniature Railway World in Wrocław
A large indoor miniature world located inside the Sky Tower complex, Kolejkowo, is an exhibition presenting a detailed scale model of Lower Silesia, with Wrocław as the core. Kolejkowo’s recognisable city elements include bridges, tenement streets, railway stations, tram lines, and industrial zones, all arranged across a continuous walk-through layout.
Trains, trams, cars, boats, and mechanical figures move constantly throughout the exhibition. A programmed day–night cycle changes the lighting every few minutes, shifting scenes from daylight to evening and night. The space is fully enclosed, evenly lit, and does not require a fixed route, allowing families to choose their pace and revisit sections whenever.
Kolejkowo is absolutely a top favourite when visiting Wrocław with kids, and a go-to option when the weather outdoors isn’t the best. The Kolejkowo museum is located on the first floor of the Sky Tower Wrocław. Moreover, there are other branches of the Kolejkowo museum in Warsaw, Jelenia Góra, and Gliwice.
Good to know
- Location: Sky Tower complex
- Typical visit time: 1–1.5 hours
2. Africarium and Wrocław Zoo
The Wrocław Zoo, together with Africarium make the most popular family attraction in Wrocław. With over 1000 species to discover and observe, Wrocław Zoo is a large animal conservation and education centre, situated opposite the Hala Stulecia complex. Wrocław Zoo is one place where children can admire marine life, land animals, and birds up close.
The biggest of Wrocław’s city attractions for every age group, Wrocław Zoo is spread over 82 acres. It is the oldest zoo in Poland, first launched in 1865 as the Breslau Zoological Garden, while the city was an integral part of the Prussian Empire. The paths inside the zoo are wide and stroller-friendly, with ample resting spaces throughout the complex.
The Africarium is open year-round, making it a reliable option for visiting tourists. Plan at least three to four hours for a relaxed visit, especially during weekends in Wrocław or school holidays.
Good to know
- Location: ul. Z. Wróblewskiego 1-5
- Typical visit time: 3–4 hours
- Book online in advance via Zoo official website for a lower price
3. Hydropolis: Interactive Water Knowledge Centre in Wrocław
Hydropolis Wrocław is an interactive science centre dedicated entirely to the water world. It is also the only science centre in Poland of its kind. The exhibits inside Hydropolis are located in a former 19th-century underground water reservoir and are divided into themed zones covering oceans, rivers, weather, engineering, and urban water systems.
The Hydropolis centre uses multimedia displays, large-scale models, and hands-on installations. Children can explore topics such as water circulation, floods, ships, and underwater life through visual and interactive formats. Most exhibits rely on touchscreens, projections, and physical models. There’s also an option to pre-book a guided tour at the museum facility.
Hydropolis is an indoor tourist attraction in Wrocław and is suited for school-age children, particularly from the age of eight and above.
Good to know
- Location: Na Grobli 17, 50-421 Wrocław
- Typical visit time: 1.5–2 hours
4. Aquapark Wrocław: Indoor Water Park for Families
Located south of Wrocław city centre, Aquapark Wrocław is a large indoor water park and a popular recreational facility in the city. It includes multiple swimming pools, water slides, shallow play pools for children, family zones, and Aquapark Saunarium, designed for every age group.
The facility operates year-round and is more popular among locals than tourists. But truly a great option for thosevisiting Wrocław with kids. Dedicated children’s areas feature warm water, small slides, wave pools, and interactive water elements.
Aquapark Wrocław is also an indoor facility, making it suitable during colder months or rainy days. Aquapark Saunarium with pool is an outdoor facility. Changing rooms, lockers, and food outlets are available on-site.
Good to know
- Location: Borowska 99, 50-558 Wrocław
- Typical visit time: 3+ hours
5. GoJump Trampoline Park in Wrocław
GoJump is one of the largest indoor trampoline parks in Wrocław and a popular option for families travelling to the city with children. The facility consists of interconnected trampolines, foam pits, obstacle zones, and dedicated jump areas designed for free movement and structured play.
Sessions are time-based and supervised, with safety briefings provided before entry. Children usually attend in age-group slots, which helps manage crowding and activity level. The environment is fast-paced and physical, making it an exciting activity for kids as well as teenagers. GoJump is an ideal leisure activity for families visiting Wrocław with kids.
Good to know
- Location: Jana Długosza 59-75, 51-162 Wrocław
- Typical visit time: 2-3 hours
6. Ice Skating in Wrocław: Hala Orbita, Tarczyński Arena
Source: Hala Orbita
Ice skating is a regular winter activity in Wrocław, with both permanent and seasonal rinks available across the city. Orbita Ice Rink is the main indoor ice rink in Wrocław, located at Hala Orbita. Hala Orbita is a large sports complex used for ice skating, hockey, and public skating sessions.
The rink is full-sized, covered, and well-maintained, with skate rental available on-site. Public sessions are scheduled throughout the week and are suitable for children with basic skating ability. In recent seasons, additional ice rinks have operated at major venues such as Tarczyński Arena Wrocław, usually as part of winter or holiday events.
These rinks are typically larger, open-air installations and attract families during weekends.
In February 2026, Wrocław also hosted a seasonal ice-skating rink at the Rynek (Market Square), adding a central option for visitors staying in the Old Town area.
Good to know
- Location: Hala Orbita, Wrocław
- Seasonal locations: Tarczyński Arena, Wrocław Rynek
- Typical visit time: 1-2 hours
7. Multimedia Fountain, Pergola, & Japanese Garden in Wrocław
The Multimedia Fountain next to Hala Stulecia is the largest water fountain installation in Poland and a lovely outdoor attraction during summer in Wrocław. It covers nearly one hectare with about 300 water jets and 800 computer-programmed lights synchronised to music. On selected summer weekends, multimedia projections are done on water screens. The fountain runs seasonally from early May until mid-October, with daytime shows every hour and illuminated evening displays with music and light after dark.
The Wrocław Multimedia Fountain is surrounded by the historic Pergola, a semi-circular colonnade of 750 columns adjoining the Hala Stulecia complex. It also includes the Wrocław Congress Centre and the green spaces around it. Nearby, the Japanese Garden is a landscaped park with water features, footbridges, and ponds with colourful fish offering calm greenery. The path from the Japanese Garden links to Szczytnicki Park, one of the best parks in Wrocław.
Good to know
- Location: Centennial Hall grounds, Wrocław Exhibition Grounds
- Season: Late April/May – October (free shows)
- Schedule: Daytime hourly water shows; evenings feature music, light, and projections
- Nearby: Hala Stulecia, Pergola walk, Japanese Garden paths
8. Water Rides in Wrocław
Wrocław’s city centre is shaped by a cluster of islands separated by the Odra River and its branches. Which makesWrocław boat tour a popular activity for families during warmer months. Several operators run boat, ferry, and paddlecraft services directly from central locations. Thus, allowing children to experience the city from the water. For youngsters and adults, Wrocław river cruise options with a boat party are also a great way to unwind and indulge in local life. The boat party runs typically on the summer weekends.
Among other options, Wrocław river cruises depart from multiple points along the Odra River. Some popular nearby points are the Old Town, Przystań Kardynalska, Kaczuszka Marina, Przystań Hala Targowa and the University area. These scenic water rides typically last between 45 and 60 minutes, passing under historic bridges and along riverside parks. Commentary, when provided, is light and secondary to the ride itself.
Pedal boats, kayaks, and small electric boats can be rented around Wyspa Słodowa, the Dunikowski Boulevard, and selected marina points along the river. Rental sessions are usually time-based and take place on calm stretches of water, making them manageable for families with children. Life jackets are standard, and routes remain within clearly defined zones close to the city centre.
Water rides in Wrocław operate seasonally, generally from late spring to early autumn, depending on river conditions and weather. And the price changes every fresh season, which differs from 25 to 35 PLN per hour.
Good to know
- Locations: Kaczuszka Marina, Przystań Hala Targowa, and Przystań Kardynalska
- Options: Passenger boats, pedal boats, kayaks, electric boats
- Season: Late spring to autumn
- Typical duration: 30–60 minutes
9. Historic Trams in Wrocław
Historic trams in Wrocław operate on weekends (including Fridays), with more frequency during the summer. Heritage trams and buses in Wroclaw are a major crowd puller. They use restored vehicles from different periods of the city’s public transport history. These rides run on designated routes through Old Town and include popular streets with uninterrupted views of the city’s biggest landmarks.
These tram rides offer a slow-paced ride through streets, bridges, and squares that children love the most. Thehistoric tram line experience focuses on the vehicle itself rather than guided narration, with drivers and conductors dressed in period uniforms. Historic trams in Wrocław sell tickets separately directly through the conductors on board. The prices are around the standard public transport fares. The price for a Wroclaw retro tram tour costs the same as the regular tram ride in the city. It can also be booked separately for a party or special occasions.
Good to know
- Operation: Weekends
- Routes: plac Teatralny 8, 55-200 Wrocław, hourly departure
- Tickets: Buy onboard
- Best time: Year-round
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FAQs – Wrocław With Kids
1. What are the best things to do in Wrocław with kids?
The main family attractions in Wrocław include Kolejkowo, Wrocław Zoo and Africarium, Hydropolis, the Multimedia Fountain, and seasonal water rides on the Odra. Most are located within a short distance of the city centre and can be combined into a 1–2 day plan.
2. Is Wrocław a good city to visit with children?
Wrocław is compact, walkable, and well-suited for families. Major attractions are close to each other, public transport is reliable, and many sites, such as museums and indoor centres, operate year-round.
3. What can you do in Wrocław with kids in winter?
Indoor options include Kolejkowo, Hydropolis, GoJump trampoline park, and Aquapark Wrocław. Seasonal winter activities include ice skating at Hala Orbita and temporary rinks in the city.
4. How many days do you need in Wrocław with kids?
Two days are enough to cover the main attractions at a relaxed pace. One day can include the Zoo and Africanarium, while the second day can combine indoor attractions like Kolejkowo or Hydropolis with time in the Old Town.
Further read: Wrocław Travel Guide 2026 – A Local Handbook for First-Time and Repeat Visitors
