The Main Market Square with the Wawel Dragon, the bugle call and horse-drawn carriages is a great starting point, but Kraków also has plenty of smaller, interactive places that children will remember for a long time.
This text was created to help parents plan a weekend — here you’ll find a list of 10 tried-and-true suggestions, a practical two-day plan, recommended spots for meals and tips that make sightseeing with children easier.
The Main Market Square is the natural center for a family outing: a short walk, the dragon legend, St. Mary’s Church with the trumpeter’s call and lots of cafés with children’s options.
From the Square it’s easy to reach a few quick attractions: the Museum of Illusions, the Living Butterfly Museum or places where kids can bake an obwarzanek. That means even if some family members want to relax with coffee, younger visitors will quickly find something fun to do.
The center can get crowded — if you’re coming with a stroller, choose early morning or late afternoon hours to avoid the busiest times.
1) Ogród Doświadczeń im. Stanisława Lema – an outdoor science park where learning turns into play; excellent for curious preschoolers and school-age children.
2) Living Butterfly Museum – a world of color and short nature stories; impressive for the youngest and a great photo opportunity.
3) Museum of Illusions and the Glass/Mirror Maze – perception-based fun for the whole family, perfect for a rainy day and very engaging for teenagers.
4) WOMAI – Center of Science and Senses. Interactive exhibits engage all the senses and are great for school-age children.
5) Living Obwarzanek Museum – a short, hands-on lesson about the local treat with the chance to bake your own obwarzanek.
6) Vistula Boulevards and the Dragon’s Den – places for free play, a picnic and the dragon story; ideal for an evening walk after a busy day.
7) Trampoline parks (e.g., GOjump) or large indoor playrooms – great to burn off energy if the weather is poor or children need intense activity.
8) Kraków Zoo (Las Wolski) – a classic full-day experience for animal lovers; plan a break at the picnic areas.
9) Jagiellonian University Botanical Garden – a peaceful spot with pleasant paths, good for stroller walks and nature observation.
10) Upside-Down House / mirror-house-type attractions – a short, funny adventure that distracts from classic sightseeing of monuments.
Day 1 – city center: morning stroll around the Main Market Square, a quick stop by St. Mary’s Church and the Dragon, then the Living Obwarzanek Museum (workshop), lunch nearby, afternoon at the Museum of Illusions or the Glass Maze. In the evening a relaxed walk along the Vistula Boulevards.
Day 2 – active day: early departure to the Zoo (best to arrive at opening), in the afternoon the Ogród Doświadczeń or a Trampoline Park depending on the weather. If it’s raining — choose WOMAI or an indoor play center.
Tip - plan one longer activity per day and a few shorter breaks — children cope better with a rhythm that includes short play and snack pauses.
Around the Main Square you’ll find many places with children’s menus and quick snacks. It’s worth choosing venues with a small play corner or space for a stroller — family-recommended cafés and restaurants make breaks more comfortable.
If you plan lunch after outdoor activities, consider restaurants with more space and a garden — it’s easier to relax when kids want to run after eating.
For a quick coffee and snack look for places popular with families — a pleasant, low-stress break makes a big difference.
1) Reservations: many popular attractions limit entry — buy tickets online or reserve a spot, especially on weekends and during school holidays.
2) Time and pace: don’t plan too many stops in one day. It’s better to leave room for surprises and breaks.
3) Strollers and accessibility: some historic streets are cobbled and narrow — if you have a large stroller, check your route or consider a carrier for longer walks.
4) Weather: have a plan B for rain (museums, indoor play areas, science centers). In summer bring extra water and sunscreen.
5) Safety: in the center watch out for carriages, crowds and children running around — agree on a meeting point in case someone gets separated.
Some children’s museums offer workshops where little ones actively create — a great souvenir from the trip.
The Living Obwarzanek Museum often lets children shape and bake their own obwarzanek — a small lesson in local tradition and lots of fun.
WOMAI and similar places can surprise with sensory installations that teach about the body and perception in a child-friendly way.
Are most attractions stroller-accessible? Most modern attractions and museums are adapted, but the Old Town and some routes may be difficult. Check the venue’s information before you go.
Do I need to book tickets in advance? For popular exhibitions and workshops — yes. Zoos and parks usually have higher capacity, but it’s still worth planning visits outside peak hours.
How much time should I spend at the Main Square? A short walk with children and a few nearby attractions takes at least 2–3 hours including a break. If you plan a workshop or museum — reserve a whole morning or afternoon.
Are there toilets and changing stations? Yes — museums and larger venues have changing stations; in the city center consider using the facilities in cafés or shopping centers.
Kraków is a family-friendly city: with a good plan, reservations where needed and a bit of flexibility you’ll have a great time.
If you liked this guide — share it with friends or on social media. If you’d like to explore with someone who knows the city and can tailor the route to your children’s ages, consider hiring a private guide — Małgorzata (Margaret) Kasprowicz can help plan family-friendly tours.
Wishing you a joyful, stress-free weekend in Kraków — full of play, tasty breaks and happy memories.
