Are you visiting the Polish seaside for a longer stay and looking for ideas for one-day trips from Gdynia? We’ve got a few suggestions you might not have heard of yet!

If you feel like going on a day trip from Gdynia but don’t want to spend half the day in the car – this post is for you. We’ve picked a few places you can reach in under an hour, each offering more than just a pretty view.

One-day trips from Gdynia – the perfect addition to a longer holiday

A one- or two-week stay in Gdynia is a fantastic idea. After all, there’s the beach, ice cream, waffles, and that unique seaside resort vibe. But let’s be honest – even the biggest fans of sandcastles and waves can feel a bit bored after a few days. That’s where one-day trips from Gdynia come to the rescue! They’re a great way to break the routine of sunbathing without giving up the perks of your holiday base. A short excursion brings fresh stimuli and new adventures. It’s a reminder that Pomerania is more than just beaches – there are also mysterious castles, green forests, and the fascinating culture of Kashubia. It’s a great plan B for a cloudy day and a wonderful way to make your holiday memories even richer and more diverse.

Sławutowo Settlement – a journey into the early Middle Ages
approx. 40 minutes from Gdynia (about 30 km)
Sławutowo near Puck

If your kids love dressing up as knights and princesses, the Sławutowo Settlement will be a hit. This isn’t another dull museum – it’s a living, reconstructed 9th-century village where you can see how our ancestors lived. From the moment you enter, you’ll smell burning wood and smoked meat. Thatched wooden huts, artisans in historical clothing strolling the grounds and sharing their craft – it all creates a vivid, immersive experience. Regular workshops for families let you knead dough and bake flatbreads over a fire, shape clay on a pottery wheel, or try archery under an instructor’s eye. It’s like stepping back in time – fun for the kids and a surprisingly engaging history lesson for the adults. Perfect for a few hours of combined fun and learning.

Good to know: Check the events calendar on the settlement’s website before visiting. Sometimes there are larger events, like warriors’ invasions or craft festivals, which make the experience even more exciting.

Krokowa Castle – mysteries and a park made for strolling
approx. 55 minutes from Gdynia (about 45 km)
Krokowa

Krokowa Castle is a beautifully restored manor surrounded by a moat and a picturesque park. It’s elegant, but not stuffy – families with children feel perfectly at ease. There’s a hotel and restaurant inside (perfect for coffee and cake on the terrace), but what kids love most is exploring the nooks and crannies. You can enter the courtyard, peek into small museum rooms (including one about the von Krockow family), and then take a long walk through romantic alleys and over small bridges in the park. The park is large enough for kids to run around while adults enjoy the old trees and quiet corners.

Pro tip: You can easily combine this trip with a beach visit. Just drive about 15 minutes to Dębki – home to one of the most beautiful and widest beaches in Poland. A full day of fun, guaranteed.

Kashubian Miniature and Giant Park in Strysza Buda
approx. 55 minutes from Gdynia (about 50 km)
Strysza Buda near Mirachowo

If your child ever asks, “How big is the Eiffel Tower?”, they’ll get a good sense here. The Kashubian Miniature Park features detailed scale models of Poland’s and the world’s top landmarks – from the Sphinx and the Leaning Tower of Pisa to Warsaw’s Palace of Culture and Science. It’s fun to walk among them and feel like a giant. Right next door is the Giant Park – a total favorite with kids. Oversized cutlery, a massive coffee mug, furniture from a giant’s house, and bugs bigger than humans. Climbing into a giant shoe or snapping a pic beside a huge chair? Kids love it! The area is compact enough for even little legs, but packed with fun photo ops and play zones. There’s also a playground, petting zoo, and snack area.

Viewing tower in Gniewino and Kashubian Fairy Tale Garden
approx. 1 hour from Gdynia (about 60 km)
Gniewino

The viewing tower called “Kashubian Eye” is a clever combination of attractions for both adults and kids. There’s an elevator to the top – perfect for families with strollers. The view includes lakes, forests, wind farms, and even the sea and the Żarnowiec pumped-storage power station on a clear day. But the biggest hit with children lies below: the Kashubian Fairy Tale Garden. It’s a woodland path with colorful statues of legendary characters from Kashubian folklore – towering Stolem giants, the mischievous Devil Rokita, and the Amber Princess. It’s a blend of nature walk and storybook adventure, keeping kids engaged while giving parents a chance to introduce local culture in a gentle way.

One-day trips from Gdynia: small excursion, big joy

You don’t need to embark on a long journey to enjoy a family day out. These one-day trips from Gdynia are perfect when kids are restless, the weather’s not beach-friendly, or you’re just craving something different. These little adventures break the holiday routine and create lasting, joyful memories. And if you’re up for a bigger adventure – remember that Gdynia is also a gateway to the world. You can even hop on a one-day cruise to Sweden and show your kids the endless sea horizon. And when you return – a comfy bed and restful night at Hola Gdynia. These micro-adventures really do stay with you.