Parks in Russia worth taking children to

Summer is a time when you can calmly take a vacation and have a great time with the whole family. We have compiled a list of themed amusement parks where you should go to ride attractions, eat cotton candy, and race on scooters.

Sochi Park (Sochi)

If you bought tickets to Sochi for a trip with children, head to “Sochi Park” upon arrival — it's truly paradise. You can safely leave the kids on attractions that are safe for them, and also ride yourself. The theme of the amusement park is Russian fairy tales. 

However, besides all sorts of cool carousels, Sochi Park also offers other wonders, such as theatrical shows in the dolphinarium, and the opportunity to see various owls — eagle owls, kestrels, barn owls. 

We advise checking their website for various promotions to get discounts or a great opportunity to ride an attraction. 

Krasnodar Park

Everyone who has visited Krasnodar recently has surely made their way to the park of the same name. This location is an ideal place for long walks or scooter rides. You can always stop for a snack in a cozy cafe or a luxurious restaurant.

For children, there are many playgrounds and water areas, where on a harsh southern day you can rent a scooter or bicycle, play streetball, or skateboard. A special delight is visiting the incredible Japanese Garden, where a bamboo grove grows, and stone gardens and ponds with waterfalls have been built. 

Dream Island (Moscow)

Dream Island is, of course, also about carousels and swings. But not only that. In fact, the 101-hectare indoor park has many cool spots for both children and adults. For example, a landscape park with sports grounds, pedestrian galleries with cafes and atriums designed in various architectural styles, and a huge area with arcade games and billiards, which will delight parents. Entry to these spots is free; you only need to pay for specific entertainment and food.

Now, for the attractions. On the “Island” territory, you can choose from about 50 types of entertainment: immersive shows, “adrenaline-pumping” rides, and quite charming activities for the little ones — a puppet theater, a children's play center. We give a special shout-out to the Hello Kitty show and the stone labyrinths in the “Island Caves.” In short, it's an interesting weekend destination in Moscow for the most active. 

Divo Ostrov (Saint Petersburg)

When you come to St. Petersburg in summer and walk along Krestovsky Island, you've probably heard the periodic screams of the crowd, seemingly appearing out of nowhere, at least once. Don't worry, everything is fine. It's just that residents and guests of the northern capital decided to ride the roller coasters of the famous “Velikie Luki Meat Processing Plant.” It sounds funny, but that's until you get into the cart of these “American roller coasters.”

Besides such extreme attractions, you can also enjoy quite friendly entertainment with children at “Divo Ostrov” — ride a children's go-kart or cute colorful cars. Otherwise, the park is also good for leisurely strolls — you can certainly grab an ice cream, a hot dog, and ride a catamaran with your loved ones. And when you get tired of active recreation, just head to the neighboring park to feed squirrels with the children.

Yurkin Park (Kirov)

One of the oldest cities of Ancient Rus decided to make a reference to even more ancient times and open a dino-park. So, in 2025, upon arrival in Kirov, you can visit “Yurkin Park.” Of course, children love this place because of the animatronic dinosaurs and fun carousels.

Parents won't be bored here either: you can fish in designated areas, swim in the pool, or have dinner at a cafe. The park also hosts themed family holidays and offers participation in contests to have a great time with loved ones. 

Ethnomir (Kaluga Oblast)

Ethnomir is considered one of the largest ethnographic parks in the country, where you can explore the cultural traditions of different countries and peoples. Park guests love it for its interactivity — you can try your hand at themed master classes, walk through the “Journey through Russia” gallery, and taste dishes from various cuisines in local cafes. 

Let's immediately note an important nuance for those who plan to buy train tickets to Kaluga for just one day. It's unlikely you'll have enough time to visit all the unusual spots in this location. 

Roman Empire (Gelendzhik)

Not only men think about the Roman Empire, but also guests of Gelendzhik when they want to visit a park. If beach holidays have become a bit boring, you can visit the “Roman Empire” with children or friends.

This park offers a trip to a themed village to experience the lifestyle of ancient Romans. For example, participate in an interactive theater with battles, visit a barbarian encampment, try your hand at pottery, climb a rock wall, shoot a bow in an ancient shooting range, and during a break, enjoy delicious Roman pizza.

Kudykina Gora (Lipetsk Oblast)

Perhaps one of the best parks for young children. On the territory of “Kudykina Gora” park, there are many farm animals — coming here feels like being at grandma's in the village. There are no rides here, but there's still plenty to do without them.

Family tourists head straight to the safari park, where they can give a pony ride to a toddler, show them kangaroos, llamas, and ostriches. Older children will enjoy active entertainment — cycling or kayaking. Parents can relax in the banya, walk by the wooden fortress, and enjoy the art objects on the park's territory. 

Father Frost's Estate (Veliky Ustyug)

You can come here in summer, but it's certainly better to plan your trip for winter. It is at this time that Father Frost's Estate acquires its splendor and magical atmosphere.

Guests can expect tea parties, master classes for toddlers, walks through the winter garden, and even a tour of Father Frost's house. Moreover, interactive programs and walks will appeal not only to the youngest but also to adults. On the park's territory, there are comfortable cottages for accommodation, cozy cafes with traditional Russian cuisine, and, of course, wonders. After all, at any age, one wants to believe in magic!

Yaroslavl Children's Railway (Yaroslavl)

Buying tickets to Yaroslavl? Great! Take your child with you, because Russian Railways can offer them a great excursion. Children will learn about the work of dispatchers, engineers, train conductors, and be inspired to study in colleges and universities.

Moreover, the charm of the Yaroslavl Children's Railway lies not only in the theory from kind employees but also in practice. The railway section is designed so that children, under adult supervision, can try to operate a train and study the technical features of trains. In general, it's a nice and good initiative for the most curious.