Zakopane with kids - tips for tourists:
updated July 2026 / #writtenbyHuman
THE NATURE EDUCATION CENTER OF THE TATRA NATIONAL PARK
(Centrum Edukacji Przyrodniczej TPN)The largest mock-up of the Tatra Mountains in Poland, films 3D showing the Tatra nature from the perspective of their wild inhabitants, a cave and a children's discovery room. There is also a small shop with nice souvenirs for children and adults.
THE UNDERGROUND NATURE EDUCATION CENTER OF THE TATRA NATIONAL PARK
(Centrum Edukacji Przyrodniczej TPN)Also known as the Tatra Archive of Planet Earth, this modern, educational facility is located in Kiry (at the mouth of the Kościeliska Valley). The entire complex is underground and consists of seven thematic, interactive exhibitions. This exhibition is especially recommended for children and young people as a fascinating lesson in nature.
TERMY ZAKOPIANSKIE
Many attractions in one place - indoor and outdoor pools, five slides, wild river, water swing, paddling pool for children, six jacuzzis, a terrace overlooking Tatras with deckchairs, four saunas, salt cave, bowling alley, restaurant, and fitness center. Check out all the thermal baths in the Zakopane area
GRAVITATIONAL SLIDE ON GUBALOWKA
Track length approx. 750m, ride takes 2-3 minutes. Departure by T-bar lift. Beautiful view of the Tatra Mountains. Open from April to November. On rainy days it can be closed. Children can use the slide under adult supervision, for safety reasons, the child must always sit in front of the adult. Gubalowka in summer and winter
HUSKY SLEIGH RIDES
Children are sure to fall in love with friendly husky dogs, which pull their sleds barking joyfully. The macher (driver) stands on the runners, leaving the passengers to sit comfortably on the sled and enjoy the ride, of 1-2 km. Husky sleigh rides in Zakopane
SKI / SNOWBOARD COURSES FOR KIDS
The Nosal Ski School organizes skiing and snowboarding courses for children aged 4 to 16, from 2 hours to 6 days, for beginners and intermediate skiers. Ski Centre Nosal
ZAKOPANE SNOWLANDIA
on the right side of the biggest ski jumping hill Wielka KrokiewA real winter amusement park. You will find here a safe snow sled run (with sleds rental), a beginner's ski lift with a gentle ski slope, an impressive snow maze and a castle built with snow and ice. Snowlandia Ice Maze
