Warsaw is increasingly popular with families — great food, fascinating history, and very affordable. Chopin Airport makes arrival easy. Here's what families need to know.
The airport
Chopin Airport is medium-sized and straightforward. One terminal, clear signage in English. Facilities include:
- Family restrooms with changing tables
- Pharmacy in the arrivals area
- Free luggage trolleys
- Play area in departures (useful for return flights)
- Stroller collection at the oversized baggage belt
The walk from gate to exit is 10-15 minutes. Immigration for non-Schengen arrivals takes 10-20 minutes on average.
Child seats in Poland
Polish law requires child restraints for children under 150 cm (about 10-11 years old). However, taxis are exempt from this requirement. That means:
- Taxis and Uber: No child seats available, and they're not legally required to have them
- Pre-booked transfers: Can provide infant, toddler, and booster seats on request
- Rental cars: Child seats available as an add-on — check the current daily rate with the rental agency
For the 18 km airport ride, many families take a taxi or Uber without a child seat. It's legal but not ideal for safety. If your child is under 4, we recommend booking a transfer with a proper seat.
Transport options for families
Train — surprisingly works
The airport train is modern with wide doors, luggage space, and no stairs to the platform (elevator access). If your kids can sit independently and you have manageable luggage, it's a great option:
- Buy your ticket at the station machine or via the WTP/Jakdojade app and check the current per-person price (young children typically ride free — confirm the current age threshold)
- 25 minutes to Centralna
- From there, walk or take a short Uber to your hotel
Uber/Bolt — practical for older kids
Door-to-door, with the fare quoted in-app before you book. Works well if kids don't need car seats. Bolt XL gets you a larger car for more luggage space.
Pre-booked transfer — best for young families
- Sedan with child seat or minivan with child seats — get a live quote for the vehicle and seat combination you need
- Driver meets you at arrivals, carries bags, seat already installed
- Fixed price agreed at booking, no stress
Getting around Warsaw with kids
Once in the city:
- Metro: Clean, fast, stroller-friendly with elevators at most stations
- Trams: Extensive network, with reduced or free fares for young children — check the current age threshold
- Bolt/Uber: Abundant, with the fare shown before you book
- Walking: The Old Town is compact and pedestrian-friendly
Family destinations from the airport
| Place | Why kids love it | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Old Town | Historic buildings, squares | 18 km |
| Copernicus Science Centre | Interactive science museum | 15 km |
| Warsaw Zoo | Animals, playground | 17 km |
| Lazienki Park | Peacocks, rowboats | 10 km |
Fixed-price private transfer
WAW Warsaw City Center
From€32for 2 passengers
Other destinations
For transport cost to any of these, check the taxi meter or an Uber/Bolt in-app quote on the day.
Practical family tips
- Polish zloty: Get some from an ATM at the airport. Avoid the exchange desks in arrivals — their rates are typically worse than ATMs or in-town bureaux. Cards are accepted almost everywhere.
- Winter: Warsaw winters are cold (well below freezing is common). Dress kids in layers for the walk between transport and your hotel.
- Strollers in the Old Town: The Old Town has cobblestones. A light, all-terrain stroller works better than a big travel system.
- Food: Polish food is kid-friendly — pierogi (dumplings), nalesniki (crepes), and soups are all child-approved.
- English: Younger Poles speak excellent English. Older taxi drivers might not. Uber/Bolt removes the language barrier.