Yes — it’s possible, but it requires a good plan. Night of Museums is an evening when many institutions open their doors at the same time and places get crowded. For parents with a stroller the most important things are choosing locations that are relatively accessible, planning a route to avoid long carries up and down stairs, and preparing for limited spots in workshops.
A few practical facts to know before you leave home: events usually start in the evening (around 18:00–19:00) and go on late into the night; some institutions charge a symbolic fee or small tickets; cities often strengthen night public transport during the event, which makes getting around easier.
Check the program and times in advance. Even if you plan to be spontaneous, glance at schedules — some workshops and guided tours require reservations or have limited places.
Choose a short, logical route. It’s better to visit 2–3 places comfortably than to chase a dozen and end up stressed with a crying child.
Bring a small, lightweight sleeping bag/blanket and a baby blanket — on cooler evenings the child in the stroller will appreciate an extra layer.
Pack snacks and drinks and quick, convenient food for yourself — queues and moving between sites can take longer than expected.
Check facilities: changing tables, cloakrooms, lifts and ramps. If you’re unsure about accessibility at a particular museum branch, write or call the institution before your visit.
Consider bringing a sling/carrier as a plan B — not all historic spaces have continuous ramps or accessible entrances.
Outdoor or site-based museums are a natural choice — for example experimental gardens and science parks are usually stroller-friendly and give space for the child to move and for parents to rest.
Child-focused venues (toy museums, museums with programs for the youngest) often run family events, special workshops and parent-friendly zones. These places commonly offer accessible entrances and spacious interiors, which makes moving with a stroller easier.
Large city museums that have an accessibility policy are a good choice — many branches try to have lifts, ramps and service points. If you plan to visit bigger institutions, choose branches announced as accessible or contact their accessibility office.
Avoid narrow medieval nooks and tight staircases — though historic corners are tempting, they often mean difficulty with a stroller and more stress.
Plan the evening around a few nearby spots instead of hopping across the whole city. This reduces transfers during peak Night of Museums hours and helps you reach places with changing facilities or cloakrooms faster.
Use reinforced night public transport. During Night of Museums additional services and stronger schedules are usually run — this is convenient because it avoids parking problems and long walks with a stroller.
When you enter a museum ask staff for the shortest route and whether you can leave larger items (e.g., a full-size stroller) in the cloakroom or deposit for the duration of shorter visits.
If a place has spatial limitations (stairs, narrow passages), ask about an alternative entrance or the possibility of briefly using a sling — staff often help and suggest practical solutions.
Night events can be noisy — if your child is easily distracted or upset by loud sounds, have hearing protection ready or choose quieter program points.
Ask staff for help — in many places employees will assist carrying a stroller up or down, point out an alternative entrance, or suggest skipping a small, crowded room and taking a detour to avoid the problem.
If stairs can’t be avoided, consider using a sling or carrier for a short stretch. This is a good alternative in historic sites where the architecture prevents full wheelchair/stroller adaptation.
If a venue has limited entrances for people with mobility needs, arrange to visit at less busy times — usually the first opening hours and late at night are quieter.
18:00 – Start: choose an outdoor science garden or a museum with an open-air exhibition — the child has room to move and you can calmly visit interactive stations.
19:30 – Short visit to a child-focused museum (for example a toy museum) — workshops and displays for the youngest often run around this time and are designed with families in mind.
21:00 – Break for food and rest: a café or quiet place with a changing area. This is also a good moment to transfer the child into a carrier if you’re heading to trickier spaces.
22:00 – Pick one larger municipal museum branch that has good accessibility — a brief visit and maybe a themed guided tour.
Return — use strengthened night public transport or a short tram/bus ride back to your accommodation.
Yes — some family workshops have participant limits and require reservation. If you see the word “reservation” in the program, it’s worth signing up in advance to avoid standing in a long queue with a stroller.
Also check whether the organizer offers discounts or free entry for children and caregivers — family offers can be financially helpful and allow faster access to events.
If a museum has a separate entrance for people with reduced mobility or special availability hours, arranging this in advance will let you enter efficiently without waiting in the crowd.
Make sure the stroller is well locked when stationary and that you have basic supplies: diapers, wipes, an extra layer of clothing, and something to eat and drink.
It gets cooler at night — even when the evening starts warm, bring a thin, non-restrictive rain cover or a light sleeping bag.
Don’t leave valuables unattended in the stroller — crowds and bustle increase the chance of losing things. It’s better to have a cross-body bag and keep the stroller close.
Choose the time — start earlier (around 18:00) or go for later, quieter entries after 21:30, when crowds often thin out.
Focus on quality, not quantity — one pleasant place with a workshop is better than racing across the city.
A smile and a polite request work — museum staff are often happy to help parents. Ask about accessible entrances, shorter paths and changing facilities.
Have an alternative — if one place turns out to be unfriendly to strollers, keep a nearby plan B so you don’t lose the evening searching for solutions.
Night of Museums in Krakow can be a wonderful family experience if you plan well. Choose accessible locations, check workshop programs, take advantage of strengthened night transport and have a plan B (sling/carrier).
Plan a short, logical route, bring essentials and don’t be afraid to ask for help on site. A few simple rules and a bit of flexibility are enough to make a night full of art and fun a pleasant memory for the whole family.
If you like, I can prepare a sample Night of Museums route tailored to your starting point and your child’s age — tell me where you’ll start from and how long you want to be out.
Suggested family-friendly places to consider during Night of Museums: the Stanisław Lem Garden of Experiences (Ogród Doświadczeń) for outdoor science activities, Rynek Underground for a kid-friendly look at the medieval market, the Museum of Municipal Engineering, and smaller toy or interactive museums — pick one outdoor/large space and one indoor activity to balance the evening.
If you need a quick bite or a child-friendly café, Krakow has many options near the Old Town and Planty; look for cafés with changing facilities or family seating (many cafés around the Main Market have accessible restrooms).
Remember: Wawel and other historic sites are beautiful but can have stairs — check accessibility information beforehand and choose branches or entrances listed as accessible where possible.
Want a personalized plan? Tell me your neighbourhood of origin, the age of your child, and how long you want to be out — I’ll suggest a realistic route with transit options and a backup plan.
