Poland: 9 Best Places for Your Holiday

Poland has become a popular destination for family vacations in recent years, mainly due to the growing number of modern amusement parks and water parks. Our northern neighbors offer excellent facilities for an active vacation with children, which takes place not only by the sea or in the mountains, but also in thematic parks full of attractions. Moreover, many of them are located relatively close to the Czech borders, making them an ideal destination even for weekend trips.

In this guide, I will share with you the Poland: 9 Best Places for Your Holiday where you can go with your family for an unforgettable experience.

TL;DR

• Poland offers a number of modern amusement parks and water parks with excellent value for money
• The best time to visit is May to September, fewer people outside the main season (July-August)
• Energylandia is the largest amusement park in Poland (120+ attractions) with sections for different age groups
• Legendia is the oldest Polish amusement park, ideal for families with children aged 4-12
• Majaland (Kownaty and Warsaw) are parks themed around Maya the Bee, suitable for children aged 5-10
• Zatorland and JuraPark Krasiejów combine entertainment with education (dinosaurs, mythology)
• Suntago Wodny Świat is the largest indoor water park in Europe
• Aqua Park Reda offers a unique experience – swimming with sharks
• Most parks are easily accessible by car from the Czech Republic (especially Energylandia and Legendia from Ostrava)
• Ticket prices range around 99-179 PLN for adults (560-1000 CZK)
• Family or multi-day tickets are often available, which are more advantageous
• Most parks also offer dining and accommodation options nearby or directly on site (we recommend Holiday Park Zator or Green Village w Aquapark Reda)

When to Visit Polish Amusement Parks

Most Polish amusement parks are open from spring to autumn, with the main season running from June to September. During this period, all attractions are fully operational and visitors can also enjoy outdoor activities and water attractions. However, especially during the summer holidays, it is necessary to expect higher visitor numbers and longer queues at popular attractions.

If you want to visit amusement parks without crowds of tourists, we recommend going in May, June, or September, when the weather is still pleasant, but visitor numbers are lower. For water parks, any time of year is ideal, as most of them offer both indoor and outdoor attractions.

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Poland: 9 Best Places for Your Holiday

We have compiled a list of the best amusement parks in Poland for you.

Energylandia – the Largest Amusement Park in Poland

Energylandia in Zator (near Krakow) is undoubtedly the star among Polish amusement parks. Since its opening in 2014, it has been constantly expanding and now offers over 120 attractions on an area of more than 70 hectares. The park is divided into several thematic zones adapted for different age groups.

For children under 6, there is the Bajkolandia zone with approximately 20 attractions. Families with children will appreciate the Strefa Familijna zone with 14 attractions, while older children and adults can test their courage in the extreme Strefa Ekstremalna zone, where they will find, for example:

• Hyperion – one of the tallest and fastest roller coasters in Europe (142 km/h)
• Zadra – an impressive wooden roller coaster full of twists and turns
• Formuła – a modern steel coaster with loops and acrobatic elements

The complex also includes a water park with pools and slides, making Energylandia an ideal place for a full-day or even multi-day visit. An adult ticket costs approximately 179 PLN (about 1000 CZK), a reduced ticket for a child under 140 cm and seniors over 65 is 129 PLN (about 730 CZK). Discounted two-day tickets are also available.

🏠Accommodation TIP: Holiday Park Zator

Legendia – the Oldest Amusement Park in Poland

Legendia in Chorzow near Katowice has a long history dating back to 1959. In recent years, it has undergone extensive reconstruction and modernization, thanks to which it now offers modern attractions in a pleasant environment.

The main attractions of the park are:

• Lech Coaster – a modern roller coaster with a thematic focus on Slavic mythology
• Bazyliszek – an interactive attraction combining a ride and laser shooting
• Górnicza Kolejka – a historical ride in an underground world inspired by mining

The park is ideal for families with children aged 4 to 12, but also offers attractions for older children and adults. Standard admission for adults is around 159 PLN, for children 149 PLN, and children under 2 years pay a symbolic 10 PLN.

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Majaland Kownaty and Majaland Warsaw

Majaland is a network of amusement parks inspired by popular children’s characters, such as Maya the Bee. In Poland, we can find two – Majaland Kownaty near the German border and Majaland Warsaw near Warsaw.

Both parks are primarily aimed at families with younger children (approximately 5-10 years old) and offer a range of attractions such as:

• Family roller coasters with gentle turns
• Water attractions and slides
• Carousels and various themed rides
• Interactive playgrounds

Tickets range from 115-145 PLN for visitors over 1 meter tall, children pay half price, and the smallest ones (under 85 cm) have free entry. Don’t forget that parking is paid separately (around 17-18 PLN).

🏠Accommodation TIP: Hotel Port

Zatorland and JuraPark Krasiejów

For families who want to combine entertainment with education, the thematic parks Zatorland and JuraPark Krasiejów are ideal.

Zatorland in Zator offers four thematic zones:

• Park of moving dinosaurs with over 100 life-size models
• Mythology Park with characters from Greek mythology
• Insect Park with giant models of various insect species
• Lunapark with traditional fairground attractions

JuraPark Krasiejów focuses on paleontology and prehistory. Visitors can admire over 200 life-size dinosaur models, visit a time tunnel, or pavilions with fossils. The park also offers educational programs where children can try out excavations.

Prices in these parks are favorable – an adult pays around 99 PLN, children from 91 cm also 99 PLN, and family or two-day tickets are available, which can be more advantageous.

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Best Water Parks in Poland

If you are looking for water adventures, then we have selected the best water parks in Poland for you.

Suntago Wodny Świat – the Largest Indoor Water Park in Europe

Suntago Wodny Świat in Wręcza near Warsaw is the largest indoor water park in Europe. It is divided into several thematic zones:

• Jamango Water Jungle – tropical zone with slides and pools
• Relax Zone – quiet zone with thermal pools
• Saunaria – sauna world with various types of saunas and wellness procedures

The water park is a perfect place for a year-round visit, as thanks to the indoor attractions, you can enjoy it even in winter or bad weather.

🏠Accommodation TIP: Suntago Village

Aqua Park Wodny Krakow

One of the largest water parks in Poland offers not only pools but also an artificial river and several unusual slides. There are five outdoor slides available: Kongo, the multimedia TWISTER, the fiery SPEED FIRE, the extremely fast NITRO, and the indoor MAMBA.

For children, there are special attractions such as the Rainbow slide or the “family” of crocodile slides. There is also a water climbing wall, Rainbow Path, water polo, and a basketball court. Children will certainly appreciate the pirate island with a pirate ship and water cannons.

🏠Accommodation TIP: Hotel Swing

Aqua Park Reda – Swimming with Sharks

A unique water park on the Baltic Sea coast is Aqua Park Reda, which combines an aquarium with a water park. On an area of 7000 m², you will find 500 meters of water slides, 500 pontoons, and… 15 sharks! Yes, in this water park you can actually swim with sharks.

🏠Accommodation TIP: Green Village w Aquapark Reda

Aqua Park Zakopane

The Aquapark in the mountain resort of Zakopane offers both indoor and outdoor pools. Children will find recreational pools with geysers, a paddling pool with warm water, five different slides, and a wild river.

An interesting feature is the possibility of swimming in thermal water outdoors during the summer season with a magnificent view of the Tatras. There is also a whirlpool, a sauna world, a 5-lane bowling alley, and several refreshment stands.

🏠Accommodation TIP: Domki Krupa Chochołów

Aqua Park Wroclaw

In the capital of Lower Silesia, you will find a water park offering a wave pool, a lazy river, jacuzzis, and children’s pools. The youngest visitors can use the zone called Children’s Bay, which is also adapted for children from 4 months.

Older children and adults will appreciate the multimedia slides, the High-Fly ski jump, or the turbo slide. The complex also includes a recreational pool, a salt pool with geysers and showers, a sauna, fitness, and refreshments.

🏠Accommodation TIP: Campanile Wroclaw Centrum

Amusement Parks in Poland: Practical Tips for your Visit

Finally, we have compiled some practical tips for your visit.

How to get to Polish Amusement Parks

Most amusement parks in Poland are easily accessible by car. Parking lots are usually spacious and located in the immediate vicinity of the park entrances. Some parks, such as Energylandia, also offer bus transport from larger cities like Krakow or Katowice.

For visitors from the Czech Republic, the most convenient way to travel is by car, especially if you are heading to parks in southern Poland:

• Energylandia in Zator is approximately a 2-hour drive from Ostrava
• Legendia in Chorzow is even closer to the Czech border, about an hour and a half drive from Ostrava
• Majaland Kownaty is further away, but still accessible from the Liberec and Ústí nad Labem regions (approx. 3 hours drive)

Accommodation near the Parks

If you are planning a longer visit, it is a good idea to consider accommodation near the park. Energylandia offers its own resort with themed rooms, while a wide range of hotels and guesthouses are available around Legendia and Majaland Kownaty. We recommend, for example, Hotel Port.

For families, it may be advantageous to choose accommodation with half board or full board so that they do not have to worry about meals during a demanding day at the amusement park.

Dining in Amusement Parks

Most amusement parks have a wide range of dining facilities where you can enjoy various types of food – from fast food to classic restaurants. Some parks, such as Energylandia, also offer themed restaurants that complement the overall experience of visiting the park.

Prices in restaurants inside the parks tend to be higher, so it’s a good idea to bring at least some snacks and drinks with you, if the park rules allow it.

Tips for Visiting with Children

• Plan your visit outside the main season, if possible, to avoid long queues.
• Check the restrictions for individual attractions in advance – some have minimum height or age requirements.
• Take advantage of discounted family tickets or two-day tickets if you are planning a longer stay.
• Arrive right at the park’s opening to have enough time and avoid the biggest queues.
• Bring your swimwear to amusement parks too – many of them also have water attractions.
• Don’t forget sunscreen and a hat in the summer months.

Conclusion

In recent years, Poland has become a true paradise for lovers of amusement parks and water parks. Thanks to an attractive combination of modern attractions, favorable prices, and good accessibility from the Czech Republic, it represents an ideal destination for a family vacation or an extended weekend.

From the largest amusement park Energylandia, through the educational JuraPark Krasiejów, to the largest indoor water park in Europe, Suntago Wodny Świat – Polish amusement parks have something to offer visitors of all ages. And with new attractions and parks being added every year, we have a lot to look forward to in the future.

So, if you are looking for fun, adrenaline, and experiences for the whole family, consider visiting one of the Polish amusement parks – you won’t regret it!

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