Winter holidays Mazowieckie Voivodeship 2026 - when are they and what's worth seeing? | PolishTrains

At a glance

• Mazovian winter holidays 2026 run from 19 January to 1 February - the first national period
• Warsaw is reachable by direct train from Krakow, Wroclaw, Gdansk and most major Polish cities
• Copernicus Science Centre in Warsaw offers interactive exhibitions suitable for all ages
• Kampinos National Park on Warsaw's doorstep provides winter walking trails close to the city
• Plock features Wzgorze Tumskie, a zoo and a riverside old town worth a day trip
• Booking train tickets early during holiday periods secures the best seat selection

According to the timetable announced by the Ministry of National Education, winter holidays in Mazowieckie in 2026 will take place from 19 January to 1 February. This is the first round of holidays in the country, which could mean moderate tourist traffic and good conditions for winter recreation in the region.

Mazovia's winter attractions include a visit to the capital, which offers plenty of entertainment all year round. Warsaw captivates both with its historical monuments and its modern style, making it an excellent destination for trips. The Kampinos National Park is also worth a visit, as it looks even more beautiful in winter and encourages active outdoor recreation. Płock and its surroundings are other areas recommended to visit in winter.

As the largest city and capital of Poland, Warsaw has numerous attractions available to visit regardless of the season. Both culture and history lovers and those who prefer active recreation will find something for themselves. Below are 3 museums recommended to visit with children:

The "City of Animals" exhibition in the Royal Baths Park

Why it's worth a visit. This special exhibition, available until 2 March 2025, presents the city's animals through exhibits and photographs. Ticket cost : PLN 30 normal, PLN 15 concession, PLN 1 children and young people under 26, what's more, on Fridays admission is free for everyone.

Opening hours:

• Tuesday - Wednesday from 9:00 to 16:00,

• Thursday - Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00,

• Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00.

Children's Museum at the National Ethnographic Museum

Why it's worth it. This is a place where your child can learn about different cultures. The exhibitions are presented in an original and innovative way to encourage every kid to discover the world.Cost of tickets: PLN 30 concessionary, PLN 42 normal.

Opening hours:

• Tuesday - Wednesday from 11:00 to 19:00,

• Thursday 11:00 to 17:00,

• Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m,

• Saturday - Sunday from 12:00 to 18:00 hours,

• the museum is closed on Mondays.

Museum of Dolls' Houses, Games and Toys

Why is it worth it? This unique place is sure to appeal to every girl and beyond. The museum houses an extensive collection of miniature and classic dolls' houses, as well as games and toys - some exhibits date back as far as 200 years!

Cost of tickets: PLN 30 concessionary, PLN 42 normal.

Opening hours: daily 9:00 to 19:00.

Attractions for the whole family

Warsaw is the perfect winter holiday destination for the whole family, full of attractions that will please both children and adults. One of the must-visit spots is the Copernicus Science Centre.

What distinguishes this place? First and foremost, it encourages learning through play. The centre offers interactive experiments and many themed workshops adapted to different age groups.

Ticket prices - concessionary from PLN 30, normal from PLN 44.

Exhibition opening hours:

• Monday - Thursday from 9:00 to 18:00,

• Friday from 9:00 to 20:00,

• Saturday - Sunday from 9:00 to 19:00.

During the 2026 holidays it will unfortunately not be possible to visit the Planetarium due to renovations.

Skiing in Warsaw

Want to take your child skiing but not planning on leaving Warsaw? The Górka Szczęśliwicka recreation and sports centre offers a ski slope that will also be available during the 2026 holidays. This small hill is ideal for children who want to try their hand at skiing.On offer:

Half-schools for children - two 5-day periods during the holidays in the Mazovia region. The programme includes daily 3 hours of training and additional attractions such as a trampoline park and a climbing wall. Courses dedicated to children from 7 to 12 years old. Cost from PLN 1,100/tour.

Two-hour training courses - also in the form of a 5-day course. Available in morning, afternoon and evening options. Cost depends on the time of day chosen and starts from PLN 390/course. One-to-one training - lessons under the supervision of an experienced instructor for people of all ages. Costs from PLN 100/30 minutes.

In addition, you can use the slope individually every day from 10:00 to 20:00. An hour ticket for the ski lift costs - 35 PLN normal and 25 PLN reduced.

Where to go on the ice rink?

Several ice rinks will also be open in the city during the winter season, the most popular being:

Ice rink Palace of Culture and Science - open daily from 10:00 to 21:00

Ice rink Old Town Square - open daily from 10:00 to 21:00

Ice rink at the Praga Koneser Centre - open daily from 10:15 am to 10:00 pm

How to get there?

Warsaw is well connected with the rest of the country, so travelling by train is a convenient and practical solution. Detailed information on train connections can be found on the PolishTrains website. Once you arrive in the capital, it is best to use public transport, including the metro, ensuring fast and comfortable travel around the city. Given that Warsaw's streets are often crowded, this is a much better alternative than travelling by car.

Kampinos National Park, located just outside Warsaw, is another holiday destination in the Mazovia region. The place is accessible all year round and attracts especially lovers of active leisure in nature. There are numerous nature trails here, which have a completely different charm in winter.

To learn a bit more about the area, it is worth visiting the Kampinos Forest Museum in Granica, which presents the history and local flora and fauna in the form of interesting exhibitions. Equally interesting is a visit to the Open Air Museum of the Kampinos Forest, showing what life in the forest was like in the old days. This is an excellent option for families with children; the little explorers of the world are sure to be delighted!

Winter activities in the region

The Kampinos National Park and its surroundings allow you to be active even in winter. From scenic ski slopes to relaxing thermal baths, the region provides a variety of leisure activities for everyone.

Cross-country skiing trails

with adequate snow cover, the park becomes the perfect place for lovers of this sport. If this is your passion, go ahead and try to infect your child with it. It's a great outdoor activity for the whole family.

Winter hiking

Marked hiking trails are available all year round, allowing children to explore winter landscapes. Above all, it's a great opportunity to admire animals and flora.

Mszczonów Thermal Baths

Although located outside the park, the Mszczonów thermal swimming pool complex is a good place to relax after a winter of outdoor activities. There are plenty of slides and pools designed with children in mind.

What to visit in the area?

The Kampinos National Park is an excellent starting point for exploring the area. Worth visiting:Żelazowa Wola, birthplace of Fryderyk Chopin, where there is a museum dedicated to the life and work of this outstanding composer.Modlin Fortress, one of the largest fortresses in Poland, dating from the 19th century. This impressive fortress impresses with both its architecture and size.

How to get there?

The best starting point for Kampinos National Park is Warsaw, which you can easily reach by train from many cities in Poland. However, from Warsaw itself you can get to the park in several ways:

• By car - it takes less than 30-40 minutes.

• By public transport - there are regular buses to the area around the park.

You can also spend your 2026 holidays in the Mazovia region in Płock! This is one of the oldest cities in Poland, full of history and extraordinary attractions.

The first point of interest, recommended to everyone, is Tumskie Hill, which offers a view of the cathedral and the castle of the Dukes of Masovia. History lovers, on the other hand, should visit the Mazovian Museum, which presents the rich history of the region with interesting exhibitions and unique exhibits. The Płock Zoo, open all year round, is a great activity for families with children.

The surroundings of Plock also hide many places, especially those of historical importance. One of them is the Museum of the Mazovian Countryside in Sierpc - an open-air museum allowing you to travel back in time and discover the traditional architecture and everyday life of the inhabitants of Mazowsze. Another attraction is the Castle in Ciechanów, an impressive medieval fortress of the Mazovian princes. Opinogóra, with its neo-Gothic palace - now the Museum of Romanticism - should not be missed either .

3 special attractions for the 2026 holidays

There is also no shortage of attractions and events planned for this year's holidays in Plock. Here are the most interesting ones:

Ferie w Zoo

Płock Zoo offers children aged 7-12 fascinating activities which combine education and fun, including art workshops inspired by animals, zoological talks, walks around the zoo and participation in animal feeding. In addition, each meeting ends with a shared campfire. Cost: 50zł/class (child + carer)

Książnica Płocka im. Władysława Broniewskiego

A variety of animation and literary activities are prepared for children aged 6-12, such as art workshops, games and themed meetings inspired by literature. This is a free series of attractions taking place in various branches of the library - advance registration is required.

Ice rink at the Old Market Square

an attraction for the whole family open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Cost of a single entry: PLN 7/45 min, skate rental from PLN 10.

Additional attractions for the whole family

Looking for attractions in and around Plock for a family trip? We particularly recommend educational points of interest and those full of colour and fun. Here are two suggestions:

The Science and Technology Centre "Energia" in Plock

an interactive museum which introduces the issues related to energy and its applications in an accessible way. This is a great opportunity to combine fun with science.

Aquapark Kutno

a complex offering various water attractions, including recreational pools, slides and saunas. It is a space to relax and have fun together for the whole family.

How to get there?

Travelling by train to Plock is a convenient alternative to travelling by car. Regular connections from Warsaw and other parts of Poland make getting to the city quick and hassle-free. What's more, it's easy to get from the train station to the centre of Plock on foot or using public transport. Meanwhile, visiting the surrounding attractions, whether in Kutno or Ciechanów, will also be comfortable thanks to local bus and train connections.

The 2026 Mazovian holidays fall on the first holiday from 20 January to 2 February 2026. The schedule in the other regions is as follows:

• 20 January - 2 February 2026: mazowieckie, pomorskie, podlaskie, świętokrzyskie, warmińsko-mazurskie.

• 27 January - 9 February 2026: Lower Silesian, Kuyavian-Pomeranian, Łódź, West Pomeranian, Lesser Poland, Opolskie.

• 16 February - 1 March 2026: podkarpackie, lubelskie, wielkopolskie, lubuskie, śląskie.

When planning a trip to Mazovia, it is worth taking advantage of the comfortable InterCity or TLK train connections, which provide comfortable transport to Warsaw and Płock from various regions of Poland. Within the Mazovia region, however, you can travel by Mazovian Railways.

Want to check train timetables or buy tickets? Visit the PolishTrains service offering fast and convenient booking of train tickets. Thanks to an intuitive web platform and mobile app, you can easily plan your trip, compare available connections and book tickets from anywhere, anytime. It's the perfect solution, making travelling simpler and more comfortable.

How to get to the winter holidays in the Mazowieckie Voivodeship?

The voivodeship boasts a dense network of railway connections. In Warsaw itself, there are several large stations, including - Warszawa Centralna, Wschodnia and Zachodnia, which ensure quick access to any direction of the region. By choosing the train, you avoid traffic jams on the city's outskirts and can reach other winter holiday destinations such as Puszcza Kampinoska or Płock without stress.

Why spend your winter holidays in the Mazovian Voivodeship?

Mazovia combines the energy of a big city with the charm of smaller towns and nature. Warsaw offers modern museums, science centres and ice rinks, while the Bolimowska Forest or the Chojnowski Landscape Park are ideal places for winter walks and cross-country skiing.

Is it worth booking tickets and accommodation in advance for holidays in the Mazovia region?

Yes, booking your ticket in advance is the best way to avoid the rush and take advantage of attractive carrier offers. Thanks to the cooperation between polishtrains.eu and Booking.com, you can buy train tickets and book accommodation in one booking.

How to prepare for your trip and what to take for winter holidays in the Mazovia region?

When planning your 2026 winter holidays in Mazovia, make sure you have warm clothes and comfortable shoes for walking in the city, surrounding forests or scenic parks. Plan your trip so that you find time to explore and relax in nature.