Where to go with a child on a weekend in the summer. Entertainment. A variety of programs for a fun pastime
It is clear that you should not take your child to the Tretyakov Gallery or to an exhibition of contemporary art at the exhibition center. He will be bored, whine, you will be nervous, in a word, the memories of the trip will not be at all what you would like. If your child is not yet old enough, then you will have to take into account his interests first. For us it happened naturally - we went for it. But if you would like to arrange a family vacation in Moscow “that would be interesting for everyone,” then, I’m afraid, you won’t have many options.
You can, of course, split up. For example, dad and baby go on their own program, and mom goes shopping. Then dad goes to an exhibition of vintage cars, and mom picks up the baton and looks after the child.
Not being great experts on Moscow, not knowing all the places where we could go with a child, we outlined two scenarios. The first one would work in case of good weather. The second plan was for the cold and rain.
We were both lucky and unlucky at the same time. The first day was sunny, warm and pleasant. However, the train arrived in Moscow at almost three o'clock in the afternoon, by the time we checked into the hotel, while we had a snack, there was only time left to visit Izmailovo Kremlin, and even then almost all the facilities were already closed.
On the second day, it was rainy in the morning, twilight and windy. The temperature dropped to +13 degrees. Therefore, we had to abandon the “sunny” scenario and act in accordance with the “rainy” one.
In fact, this second, “rainy” scenario is more universal. It can be used on a sunny day and in winter, in frost and slush. Therefore, in this article I will talk about how we spent the second day in Moscow before the evening train.
Children's World on Lubyanka
This is the place where you can spend almost the whole day. Especially if you come from a small town and your child has only been able to see a small toy section at the local department store. Children's World in Moscow- a place where you can not only buy amazing children's toys, not only shake up your entire fortune, but also quite comfortably and, most importantly, completely free of charge, give your child the opportunity to get a lot of new impressions and pleasure.
Personally, we went to the Central Children's World to look for some good birthday present, and at the same time pass the time before the return evening train.
The best way to get to Children's World is by metro. You need to take the “red” line and get off at the Lubyanka station. Next, follow the signs on the platform. If you choose the right exit, you can get into the department store without even going outside - right from the underground passage.
From the very beginning we were amazed by the scale of this huge children's store.
The space of the main hall is simply amazing. A huge clock with a giant swinging pendulum the size of a person (they are in the center in the previous photo) immediately catches your eye. There is a stage under the clock. Probably various entertainment events take place here. True, we didn’t find any of them ourselves, but the child spent half an hour immersed in building houses from large Lego-type cubes.
The most surprising thing, and a little unexpected for Moscow, is that you didn’t have to pay for it. I asked the animator how much it costs to play with blocks, for some reason he was embarrassed and replied that it was completely free. After that, my wife and I were forgotten for about half an hour. The kid, in the company of the same “bolts”, under the guidance of animators, built a castle from cubes.
Over time, mobile kiosks with ice cream, various candies and other goodies began to appear on the ground floor.
After we had had enough of playing with cubes, it was decided to go up to the second floor, where there was a huge... no, just gigantic World of Hamleys store. This is where we spent the next two hours. And we didn’t even buy anything. We just walked around the scenery and played on the playgrounds. Time flew by completely unnoticed.
The first thing that impressed us very much was the completely free carousels. It is clear that children over 5 years old would not be very interested in them. But we usually went on such rides in a local park, and paid 100 rubles for each ride.
On the second floor Children's world We were first offered a ride on a train:
And then on the galloping horses:
Unfortunately, the photos did not turn out to be of the highest quality, but the carousels were really very colorful, with lights and music. Everything is as it should be.
It is noteworthy that two photographers worked on the territory of the store and offered to arrange. You know, in an ordinary store this will seem wild, but Hamleys World in the Children's World on Lubyanka is really very beautifully decorated. I think the following photographs will confirm this.
We spent the next couple of hours in the department. The child generally loves to build with these construction sets, and here he had a real blast. In glass cases there were huge scenes with models assembled from Lego bricks:
There were buildings, trees, a railroad with trains, and even a whole mountain. The most amazing thing is that the models moved: trains ran, cranes turned, lifted and lowered loads, the mill turned, a combine and a truck walked across the field... And anyone could control all these moving models. All you had to do was press the buttons on the consoles near the glass aquarium:
Of course, all this needs to be seen in motion, so I even made a short film so that you can also see how it all spins and drives. It’s immediately obvious that they tried to do everything here so that children would beg their parents for another toy.
Right next to the glass aquariums with the models there were “bowls” with Lego parts, so anyone could easily come up and build something. Not only children, but also some adults succumbed to this temptation. It's not me in the next photo. This is some other dad who also decided to “shake off the old days”:
There are also a lot of Lego sets on display here that you can buy. The prices, you understand, are not small. In general, Lego is already quite expensive. But in this store some sets are even more expensive than in regular ones. This is probably how the store compensates for the costs of free carousels.
Here we should immediately agree with the child that we will play first and then buy something. In principle, among the little visitors during my stay in the store, I did not see a single one who would throw a tantrum. I think you can always come to an agreement with a child.
Large figures assembled from parts gave the Lego department a special charm. Moreover, they were assembled so skillfully that they looked quite realistic, especially from a distance. You could take a photo with some of them:
In the shop Hamleys World- many thematic departments: children's books, Masha and the Bear, puzzles, labyrinths, etc. There are many life-size puppets and entire scenes where you can take great pictures. Just a simple walk around the store looking at the assortment will take quite a lot of time. And if a child “sits down to play” somewhere, the visit may take a very long time.
At least when we left the store, we were surprised to find that we had been there for 2 hours! There were still 3 hours left before the train, and we were still only on the second floor.
Then the ascent continued at a faster pace. The child was not very interested in clothing and shoe stores. He lingered for a while near the interactive tables, where one could (again, completely free) try to play games, color characters, etc.
Our hike ended on the 6th floor, where there was a food court. There were a variety of cafes, but we shopped in Teremok. There you could buy a portion of real buckwheat porridge and other dishes that are not fast food, but rather regular homemade food.
There is also a small space-themed playground on the 6th floor:
We left Children's World with regret. It was time for us to go to the station. We left unvisited the dinosaur exhibition, the observation deck... and many other interesting places that we may not have even noticed. We'll watch it next time.
Conclusion
If the weather had been good outside, we probably would have gone to VDNKh. There are many attractions, there is a place to walk and play. But there is nothing to do there in the rain and wind. So if you choose a place, where can you go with a child in Moscow, That Children's World on Lubyanka- a very good option, although, of course, it is far from the only one.
Everything you need is there. You can, in principle, not buy anything and just walk and play. If you want to give your baby a gift, Children's World has almost everything you need. The only “ambush” is that some things are unreasonably expensive. For example, trains from Chuggington cost 999 rubles apiece there, while in other places the price can be half that price!
Therefore, in order not to overpay for this or that thing, it is very advisable to generally be guided by the prices of toys. It is worth choosing something that, in any case, is not much more expensive than in regular stores.
On the other hand, there may be more interesting places for older children. When we grow up, we'll check it and write a new review.
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All-Russian Exhibition Center - exhibition of sand sculptures, live butterflies, cats, sharks, attractions
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Vadim Zadorozhny Museum of Technology
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Instructions
Choose the focus of the event - will it be entertaining or educational? By choosing the first, you will be easily involved in the world of all kinds of children's entertainment, which in Moscow can be found literally at every step: children's playgrounds in shopping centers, skating rinks and roller rinks, amusement parks - All-Russian Exhibition Center, Izmailovsky Park, 850th Anniversary of Moscow Park ", "Luna Park Carousel" and "Chudograd" at the metro station "Park Kultury", "Luna Park Carousel" at the metro station. "Victory Park", "Sokolniki" Park, "Kuzminki" Park, "Babushkinsky" Park, as well as numerous regional children's parks. Here your child will be able to enjoy the rides, jump on the trampoline and eat cotton candy.
When choosing a more difficult level, you can give your preference to aquariums, zoos, museums of vintage cars and toys. In addition to the well-known zoo in the center of Moscow, there is also the petting zoo “We Lived at Grandma’s,” which is located on the territory of the All-Russian Exhibition Center, right behind the “Friendship of Peoples of the USSR” fountain. Here your child will be able to come into contact with wildlife, pet and feed the animals themselves. A visit to the zoo includes a guide who will tell your child about the life of animals and their habits.
The Museum of Retro Cars on Rogozhsky Val opens its doors to young technology lovers. Your child will be able to trace the evolution of the development of the car and, perhaps, after visiting the museum he will develop a new hobby. There is also the Lomakovsky Museum of Antique Cars and Motorcycles, which is located in Lyublino. The “Artistic and Pedagogical Museum of Toys” will be of interest to both girls and women. Here you will see exhibits that began to be collected at the beginning of the 20th century. The girls will be happy to visit the “Museum of Unique Dolls” on Pokrovka. These museums provide children with the opportunity to plunge into history, but only from their own, children's world.
Many Moscow theaters stage performances for children. Chamber, musical, puppet, interactive, they offer a wide range of children's activities. In many of them, children become direct participants, which helps to revive their imagination and is a guarantee that they will certainly not get bored.
In one of them, you can take your child to a special developmental children's center, where not only your baby, but also you can learn a lot of new things. The child can be taught interesting games that develop him as a person, and they can help you adjust your approach to education if you have such a need. In such centers, special trainings are conducted to help build proper relationships between children and parents, as well as cultivate a harmonious personality.
Experiment and be creative in raising your child. During the period of active physical and mental development, the child needs to constantly receive new information. You can come up with various games that will comprehensively develop your baby. Set an example for your child by showing creative ingenuity; let your child, from childhood, learn to solve various problems that will later help him in adulthood. Do not limit yourself to monotonous entertainment and going only to entertainment events. The sooner you can identify your child’s aptitudes for a particular area of activity, the sooner you can begin to develop them.
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Bring warm clothes if you are unsure about the weather.
Have a backup plan if your child doesn't like the event. When choosing an entertainment format, pay attention to the age restrictions.
Helpful advice
Consider the interests of the child, do not put pressure, give him the right to choose, because he is a separate person. Alternate entertainment with educational activities.
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- Where to go with a child in Moscow
When mom and dad spend a lot of time with their child, both sides benefit. Parents get to know their growing child better, and the baby feels their care and develops faster. Free time is best spent on country walks, getting to know the outside world, visiting museums and exhibitions. The more interesting and meaningful the event, the more benefits it will bring to the child.
Most are incredibly active. When planning events, parents should keep this in mind. The activity of children should be encouraged - this is important for their development and energy output.
If the weather permits, you can organize a trip outside the city. Children will frolic in the open space and explore the world around them. You can take bird and animal feeders with you and place them in the forest or park. In the lap of nature, children can run, frolic, ski and sled, and in the summer, conquer low hills or pick mushrooms and berries. A great idea is to plan a bike ride outside the city. It will be a sporting event and entertainment.
A joint trip to a water park (outdoor or indoor) will benefit health, develop the baby’s dexterity and become a joyful event in the life of parents and child. In your free time, you can go to the pool together. If a child does not yet know how to swim, an experienced instructor will help him master this skill. Making visiting the pool a good family tradition is an important step towards strengthening and strengthening your baby’s health.
A good idea is to spend your free time at the zoo. Getting to know representatives of the fauna is interesting and useful. They can endlessly watch the life of animals and study their habits. After visiting the zoo, you can invite children to draw the animals they like or come up with a story about them.
A great way to spend your free time is to take the younger generation to the workshops of artists or potters. Children will be able to get acquainted with creative professions and see works of art. When you return home, you can try to create masterpieces from clay or an artistic canvas with your child.
Factory tours are a great leisure idea. You should find a company in the city that organizes such events. Visiting such places is very informative and will help your child choose a profession in the future.
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- Leisure time with children: useful, interesting, exciting
If your baby has grown up and is no longer interested in walking exclusively on the playground in the courtyard of the house, you can take him for a walk in another place. To make it more fun for you, you can invite your friends with mothers with children.
Instructions
You will have a great time in the park, especially if it is well equipped: there are playgrounds with swings and horizontal bars, fountains, gazebos, and benches. Usually there are a lot of parents and children walking in such parks, so your child will have the opportunity to socialize with peers.
Children will love hanging out at the zoo. Even if they have already been there, they will still be pleased to see their favorite animals once again. Another option to interact with animals is to ride a pony. It is not only simple and interesting, but also very useful.
The Botanical Garden is a great place for a relaxing walk among flowers and rare plant species. Children also enjoy spending time near ponds, feeding birds and watching them.
If your city has an arboretum, be sure to take a walk there with your children. The arboretum has clean air, where you can ride a bike, play outdoor games, and organize mini-competitions. You can take a blanket and some food with you and have a snack right in the park, having a fun little picnic.
Of course, any child will enjoy a walk in an amusement park, where you can ride on various swings and carousels, jump on trampolines, and ride a horse. Sometimes such entertainment can be expensive, so you should not arrange it too often so that the child does not get used to ready-made entertainment, but can play outside on his own.
If your child has already reached the age of 5-6 years, take him go-karting. This is not only outdoor fun, but also exercises for developing the first skill of driving a vehicle. I especially like go-karts. Children will also enjoy walks in places where they can roller skate or ride a bicycle.
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- where to go for a walk with a child
Vacations are a happy time that a student can spend exclusively on his own entertainment, fun and relaxation. And this needs to be done very thoroughly, because another academic quarter with homework and daily lessons at school awaits again. But where can a child go during the holidays so that he can take a walk on his own, without his parents, while they are busy at work?
