Where to Go on a School Trip?
The Most Popular Places for School Trips
Castles and Palaces
Poland is rich in castles and palaces that offer fascinating stories about the country's history. Some of the castles and palaces worth visiting include the Royal Castle in Warsaw, Książ Castle in Wałbrzych, and the Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw.
The Teutonic Castle in Malbork is one of the largest Gothic castles in the world and a major tourist attraction in Poland. It's an excellent place for school trips, where students can learn about the history of Poland and the Teutonic Knights. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this medieval fortress is an impressive complex of three castles located by the river Nogat, featuring numerous towers and turrets. Exploring it takes about 4 hours. But Malbork is not just about the castle; the old town hall, Malbork Cultural and Education Center, Mariacka Gate, and the city's boulevard are also worth seeing. Nearby, we recommend the Mini Zoo "Zwierzaki Nad Potokiem," where the youngest can pet and feed many tame animals, or Dinopark with life-sized dinosaur figures.
Amusement Parks
Poland has amusement parks offering numerous attractions for children and teenagers, such as Energylandia in Zator, Legendia in Silesia, Lunapark in Rabka-Zdrój, and the Krasicki Miniature Park in Lidzbark Warmiński.
There are also rope parks in Poland, offering climbing adventures at heights, such as the Skalisko - Rope Park in Złoty Stok or the Tarzan Rope Park in Olsztyn. Rope parks have become a very popular feature in forests and parks, and you're sure to find them in your area.
Mines
Salt Mines - Poland is known for its salt mines, such as the "Wieliczka" Salt Mine and the "Bochnia" Salt Mine, which are not only fascinating but also educational.
Wieliczka Salt Mine: The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the most popular places in Poland to visit on a school trip. It's one of the oldest and largest technical museums in the world, enchanting visitors with its beautiful corridors, chambers, and chapels made of salt.
Polish Mountains
Polish Mountains are some of the most beautiful places in the country, offering many interesting attractions and opportunities for spending time.
Trip in the Tatras – This is a great option for mountain hiking enthusiasts. You can go on a trip to the Valley of Five Ponds, Morskie Oko, or along one of the many tourist trails. It's also worth stopping in Zakopane, where you can see the highest peak in Poland - Rysy.
Table Mountains National Park – This is an excellent place for those who appreciate contact with nature and active recreation. The park has numerous tourist trails, rocks, caves, and many viewpoints. In the park, you can also visit the Nature Museum and take advantage of the rope park offer.
Karkonosze – This picturesque mountain range includes the highest peak of the Sudetes - Śnieżka. In the Karkonosze, you can admire beautiful landscapes and see many monuments, such as palaces and castles. It's also worth visiting the town of Karpacz, where there are many tourist attractions, such as a toboggan run or the Karkonosze museum.
Pieniny – This picturesque mountain range includes, among others, the most beautiful breakthrough river in Poland – the Dunajec. You can organize a rafting trip on the Dunajec, which is an unforgettable experience. It's also worth going on a trip to the ruins of the castle in Niedzica and visiting the Slovak Paradise – a picturesque landscape park.
Museums
Poland is rich in museums that present various fields of art, history, science, and technology. Some popular museums include the National Museum in Warsaw, the Fryderyk Chopin Museum in Warsaw, and the Naval Museum in Gdynia.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum: The Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is one of the largest museums dedicated to the history of the Holocaust and World War II, where students can learn about the history of the German concentration camp. This trip is for older youth and requires preparation.
Technical Museums - Poland has many technical museums offering fascinating exhibits in the fields of technology and science, such as the Museum of Technology and Industry in Krakow and the Aviation Museum in Krakow.
National Parks, Caves, Reserves, and Waterfalls
Białowieża Forest - A forest complex located on the border of Poland and Belarus. It is the last lowland forest in Europe, making it absolutely unique on this continent. It has preserved unchanged ecosystems, and many species of plants and animals still live here, which cannot be found in other forests. What is worth seeing in the area? Certainly Białowieża, whose biggest attraction remains nature. We can explore it by walking or cycling on the surrounding bike routes. Additionally, the church of St. Nicholas, Białowieża trolleys, Białowieża Towarowa, or the narrow-gauge forest railway. The main attractions of the Białowieża Forest include the Żebra Żubra educational trail (the attraction is only four kilometers, but it leads us through an extremely picturesque natural area) and the bison show enclosure, where the chance of meeting this majestic animal is almost certain.
Biebrza National Park is a place worth visiting on a school trip for nature lovers. It is one of the most beautiful places in Poland, where you can admire unique landscapes and animals.
Waterfalls - Poland has beautiful waterfalls, such as Kamieńczyk Waterfall in the Karkonosze, Szklarka Waterfall in Szklarska Poręba, and Łomnica Waterfall in the Tatras.
Caves - Poland has caves offering wonderful opportunities for exploration and learning, such as Bear Cave in Kletno and Upper Wierzchowska Cave in the Pieniny.
Nature Reserves - Poland has many nature reserves offering beautiful landscapes and a peaceful time among nature.
Łebsko Lake, the third-largest lake in Poland.
Słowiński National Park Head north. One of the 23 national parks in Poland, including the second coastal park. Coastal lakes, swamps, peat bogs, pine forests, and – unique on a European scale – moving dunes, which are undeniably the most recognizable element of the landscape. We recommend the Dunes – Łącka (the most popular around Łeba) and Czołpińska located west of Łeba. Near Czołpin, it's also worth seeing the Sunken Forest, which was revealed relatively recently. If you like stories with a touch of mystery – this is the place for you. Don't wait too long, as the forest may soon be covered with sand again.
Which City in Poland is Worth Visiting?
The Capital of Poland – Warsaw: The capital of Poland is a place worth visiting on a school trip. Warsaw is home to numerous museums, monuments, and tourist attractions, such as the Royal Castle, Old Town, Łazienki Park, and the Palace of Culture and Science. A trip to Warsaw will allow students to learn about the history of Poland and the city, which plays an important role in the country's life.
A trip to the Copernicus Science Center in Warsaw can be organized for different age groups. The program of such a trip will be tailored to the age and capabilities of the participants. Importantly – there are no predefined paths here, we are guided solely by curiosity. Participants can and should confidently touch objects, turn, twist, test, and experience, sometimes even jump or shout to activate a given exhibit. A visit to the CNK serves observation and learning, stimulates curiosity, develops individual interests, and teaches cause-and-effect thinking. At CKN, we can see many thematic exhibitions, visit the planetarium, participate in classes organized in laboratories, and peek into the rooftop garden.
Łeba - This seaside town is located in the northern part of Poland, in the Pomeranian Voivodeship. School trips usually go to admire the Słowiński National Park - an extraordinary place where you can see dunes, lakes, and forests.
The Pier in Łeba - the longest pier in Poland, which is an excellent place for walks and admiring sea views. In Łeba, you'll also find a butterfly museum, a seal sanctuary, a boat cruise on the Baltic Sea, and a lighthouse.
Toruń is a beautiful, picturesque city located in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship. It is a city with a rich history, particularly known for its Toruń gingerbread and the figure of Nicolaus Copernicus. In Toruń, it's worth seeing, among others, the Old Town with numerous monuments, including the Gothic Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, the Old Town Hall, and the Knight's Tower. In the city's vicinity, there are also many tourist attractions, such as the Cistercian Monastery in Koronowo or the Marian Sanctuary in Gietrzwałd. Toruń is an ideal place for a school trip for history and culture enthusiasts.
Biskupin is a small village located in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, famous for the reconstruction of a Lusatian culture settlement that was established there between 750-400 BC. The Biskupin settlement is one of the most important archaeological sites in Poland and is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
What to see in Biskupin?
In Biskupin, it's worth seeing the settlement reconstruction, viewing the museum collections, and learning about the history of the Lusatian culture peoples. Here, we can see a defensive settlement, the settlement of the first farmers, a game reserve with a farmstead and tools used for animal husbandry, or a Piast village reflecting the life of medieval village inhabitants. There are also shows and field games. In the vicinity, there is also the Narrow-Gauge Railway Museum, Silverado City Western Town, or the Zaurolandia Family Amusement Park.
Zakopane is a town located in the Tatras, in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship. It is famous for its beautiful landscapes, mountain trails, and rich tradition of highlander culture. In Zakopane, it's worth seeing Krupówki – the town's main shopping street, featuring numerous shops with regional products and restaurants serving highlander cuisine.
Near the town, there are numerous mountain trails, including to the Kościeliska Valley, Chochołowska Valley, or Kasprowy Wierch. Zakopane is an ideal place for a school trip for mountain landscape and winter sports enthusiasts.
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