Where to go with children in Kharkiv

Where to go with children in Kharkiv

Kharkiv is the first capital of Ukraine, and it is also a city where tourists from all over the country and even from abroad come with pleasure. It is not a surprise, there is something to see here for sure. Especially, there are a lot of interesting things for children and youth in Kharkiv. The locals know how to spend time fun and exciting in the city. For guests, on the contrary, it is difficult to orient. Mothers simply don`t know where to go with a child in Kharkiv. This is not a problem, taking into account that you can preview the most interesting locations in the city. We collected 10 of the most exciting and educational places that do not let you get bored.

Museum of trains, locomotives and history at the railway station

No need a long time to looking for where to go in Kharkiv. Immediately upon arrival, it is worth visiting the local museum, which is located directly at the railway station. But you need to arrive at Central Station. It takes literally 5-7 minutes to walk from the platform. The museum has a collection of various interesting exhibits related to old locomotives and wagons. The station is formed from three locations:

The first is a cafe. Here you can see a large model of the railway, various cars, bridges and other structures. An interesting feature, the ordered food and drinks are delivered by a cute locomotive with wagons.

The second location is an exhibition of trams, steam trains, locomotives that carried passengers at different times. An interesting collection of composters, semaphore models and old documents has been assembled. Particularly pleasing to the eye is the reconstruction of the office of the head of the Kharkiv railway.

The third part is an open-air exhibition, where figures of locomotives and trains are instead of stars. The presence of bridges, stairs, cabins and more push up the realism of the composition. No need to think about where to go with children if they like trains and everything connected with them. The entrance to the complex is free and you can visit it from Wednesday to Sunday from 9.00 to 18.00.

There are also other museums in Kharkiv for children. All of them are quite different, but always interesting. The main is to understand what specifically the child is interested in and you will be able to find the best museum for him.

Maxim Gorkiy amusement park

If you are interested in entertainment for children, Kharkiv is a great option. There are more than 30 incredible modern attractions. Families with children will definitely stay in the park for a long time. The infrastructure is complemented by fountains, recreation areas, benches, various cafes and eateries.

The park is incredibly green. This is a real paradise for those who love nature, its versatility and beauty. Flower beds, alleys, various trees delight the eyes of children and adults. But still, the favorite entertainment for children is the rides. Here, the observation wheel defers being a real symbol, the height of which is 55 meters, which is a record for Ukraine. You can take a children's train and enjoy the beautiful views for a few minutes.

Extreme lovers should ride the roller coaster and pass the route in the rope park. At the same time, the panic room frightens and attracts. There is a theme zone for children, approximated to the mysterious and so long away Texas. Children especially like to go through a thrilling maze.

And that's not all children's gaiety. There are several bike rentals. On the territory of the park there are grounds for table tennis, volleyball and football. There are even free children's swings - labyrinths, carousels, stairs and others.

Now some general information. The area of ​​the park is about 130 hectares. You can inspect it quickly and comfortably by riding a special train. The park works around the clock until 23.00. The entrance is free, and the cost of attractions can be found directly at the cashbox.

Taras Shevchenko City Park (Shevchenko Garden)

Another beautiful place to take a walk in Kharkiv. By the way, if you do not like to walk or use public transport, then there is a good option - car rental in Kharkiv. The park is located in the historical center of the city. There are a large number ofpowerful old oaks on its territory. A beautiful alley dedicated to famous actors and singers of the local theater has been formed there.

The central sight is the monument to the kobzar. There are a lot of playgrounds in the park. You can ride the excursion tram.  It is come off to still your thirst or appetite in numerous pubs, restaurants and cafes. It is there are various children's entertainment centers. There is a dolphinarium in the park. And, of course, the observation deck, which unveils a significant view, is worth visiting.

City ​​zoo

The oldest zoo in the country functions on the territory of Shevchenko Park. Moreover, at that time he was only the twentieth in the world. The works were completed in 1896, but the zoo was opened to visitors only six years later.

The menagerie was seriously damaged during the Second World War. If before it began, there had been more than 5,000 individuals of different species of animals, at the time of the liberation of Kharkiv in August 1943, only 4 bears, a wolf and 5 monkeys remained alive.

After the reconstruction in 2019 it was essentially updated. Here you can see elephants, reptiles, tigers, lions, bears, panthers, monkeys and not only. Also in 2019 the aquarium was officially opened. Now children with their parents can see representatives of the marine world. The territory of the zoo joy with a lot of plants.

Theaters

There are quite a lot of cultural institutions in Kharkiv. Such a service as car rental will allow you to get to different buildings quickly and comfortably. It stands to mention the local theaters:

Theatre of Youth. The Theater of the Young Spectator puts on shows for children of all ages. It will be interesting for five-year-olds and thirteen-year-olds. The stock of plays is regularly expanded. A well-thought-out storyline, excellent believable acting, bright costumes will delight every viewer.

Musical comedy theater. The plays of "Junona and Avos", "The Bat", "Princess of the Circus" are a kind of heritage of the theater, thanks to the brilliant play of the actors. There are performances that children will definitely like. For example, boys are delighted with the fairy tale "Peter Pan". The girls will leave in a great mood after watching Beauty and the Beast.

Theater of magic "Dragonfly". Even adults are always surprised by magicians with their performances. Children look at what is happening on the stage with their mouths open and admire the artists. After visiting at least one performance you will remember those incredible feelings and unexplainable things for a long time.

Local Opera and Ballet Theatre is located close to Shevchenko Park. There are often entertainment events for children. Performances are in the small and large hall. Adults also will be able to find an interesting program for themselves.

The theater has a pretty nice interior. Pleasant soft chairs, beautiful chandeliers, a lot of greenery - this is what the interior of the theater is associated with. Aesthetes will experience real pleasure.

Puppet Theatre in the name of Afanasiev

It is exactly the place where to go in Kharkiv with children. However, parents also watch the puppet theater with pleasure. It occupies several floors at once. You can see an exposition of several dozen dolls in a separate room. Some specimens are directly related to the children's theater. In the repertoire you can always see everyone's favorite fairy tales and cartoons - Gingerbread Man, Dunno, Three Little Pigs, Little Red Hood and many other creations.

Feldman Eco-Park

If you have not decided where to go with your children for the weekend yet, then there is a wonderful place on the exit out of the city in the small village of Lesnoye. There are so many interesting things here that you can spend a full two days discovering the area, leaving only for an overnight stay. There is even free transport to the park, which departs from the Pobeda, Gosprom or Geroev Truda metro stations. Interestingly, the owner of the sanctuary is a private face.

Here you can feel the real union with nature. The abundance of bushes, flowersand trees, including clean air create an incredible atmosphere. Perfect conditions are created for animals. It is clear that the owner, who maintains the reservation for the money of philanthropists, is a kind person and wants to help our smaller brothers. There are an incredible number of representatives of the fauna - cheetahs, monkeys, llamas, wolves, bears, lions. There is flying a large amount of the rarest birds species in the world.

Be sure to go with the child to the contact yard. Here the children are as close to the animals as possible. It is clear that there are no predatory animals on the territory. There are harmless ducklings, goats, pigs and not only.

The park is regularly improved. For example, in the past few years have been installed inflatable mazes for children, the latest playgrounds and high slides. If you come in the warm season and you are interested in children's entertainment, Kharkiv should be associated exactly with this place.

Dolphinarium "Nemo"

Many are looking for where to go with a child to get to know marine animals better. The dolphinarium is located in the center of the Shevchenko garden. Here children see fur seals and lions, belugas, dolphins. Interesting programs are provided daily. You are allowed to take pictures with the animals. Under the supervision of an instructor, you can swim with dolphins.

There is a Burger Club on the territory. Its main "trick" is not that you can have a simple snack. The restaurant is located in such a way that through its windows, which are in the form of portholes, you can see the inhabitants of the sea, who swim just a few centimeters away. Also, you should go to the aquarium in the form of a submarine. The children will be delighted with the crocodiles, turtles, exotic frogs, lizards and more. There are located some really interesting places in Kharkiv.

The owners of the dolphinarium took special care of the tourists. A widescale hotel with rooms of different prices was built there. Bars and restaurants, beauty salons, fitness rooms and much more are available to visitors.

Country of professions and hobbies "Fransilvania"

French Boulevard in Kharkiv for children is a place of rest number 1. Francylvania is just its part. There are quite large areas allocated to acquaint children with interesting professions. The child will be able to feel what it means to be a professional policeman, banker, vet, hairdresser, doctor and other professions.

Newcomers in "Fransilvania" receive a special passport and open an account in a bank. Money can not only be spent but also earned at numerous locations. There are also several shops where you should buy original souvenirs.

It is not for nothing tourists who have visited Kharkiv get a lot of positive emotions. Everyone, as one, says that even a week is not enough to see at least half of the interesting city`s places. Children surely will ask their parents to come to Kharkiv again. The child gets incredible memories.

The city is developing at a rapid pace. This is especially seen in how the tourism industry is progressing. Some new locations are constantly appearing, which will provoke great interest among Kharkiv residents and visitors. Before you go to Kharkiv, it is preferable to correctly arrange a route. Then you will be able to see quite a lot of interesting places even in 2-3 days. Most importantly, if you have an opportunity to visit this wonderful city, then you obviously should do it without giving a second thought.