Guide to the Miniature Park in Strysza Buda
- Damian Brzeski
- Jul 28
- 10 min read
Updated: Nov 25
Is it possible to be a giant, a dwarf, and a monster truck driver all in one day? In Kashubia, absolutely!
In Strysza Buda, an extraordinary complex of three parks awaits you, combining education, fun and fascinating contrasts of scale.
From miniature monuments of the world, through giant insects and everyday objects, to interactive vehicles straight from the communist era and movies – this is a place that will delight everyone, regardless of age.
But be warned: this isn't your average amusement park. It's an adventure you won't soon forget. What exactly awaits you in this Kashubian microcosm? Read more below.
Where Giants Walk and Worlds Shrink – Kashubian Adventure
Imagine a place where you can be a giant one day and then feel like a dwarf the next.
Sounds like an adventure? Welcome to Strysza Buda, in the heart of picturesque Kashubian Switzerland! Here, in this unique "three parks in one" complex, you'll feel like a mythical Kashubian Stolem strolling among miniature buildings.
In a moment, however, you will become tiny in the Kashubian Giants' Park , a land of gigantic objects.
This extraordinary journey promises a day of discovery for the whole family, combining local folklore with the universal story of Gulliver. It is this duality that has made the miniature park a true phenomenon.
Gulliver's Travels - A Look at the Kashubian Miniature Park
The Kashubian Miniature Park , opened in July 2010, is more than just an exhibition. Its mission is to educate through play – presenting architectural and historical gems in an accessible, engaging format.
This miniature park is a living organism that's constantly evolving, adding new exhibits. This means you'll always discover something new, even when you return! That's why it's worth dedicating a whole day to the miniature park .
The World at Your Feet: Miniature Collection
At the heart of the Kashubian Miniature Park are over 70 models, all made to a scale of 1:25. Thanks to the uniform scale, you can easily compare the sizes of various objects – from regional churches to global icons.
The models are made of durable, weather-resistant materials, which guarantees their perfect appearance all year round.
Here's what exactly you'll find in the miniature park:
Treasures of Kashubia and Poland: The miniature park proudly showcases its Kashubian roots. Here, you'll see miniatures of the region's most important monuments, such as the famous Carthusian Collegiate Church with its coffin-shaped roof, the Castle in Bytów, and Józef Wybicki's Manor House in Będomin. You'll also find national symbols of Poland, including a model of St. Mary's Basilica in Gdańsk – the largest brick church in Europe, the miniature of which reaches an impressive 3.5 meters! Alongside it stand other Gdańsk icons: the historic Crane over the Motława River and the Gdańsk Shipyard Gate with the Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers.
World Icons: Dreaming of traveling around the world in a single day? This miniature park offers just that! In one place, you'll see miniatures of famous landmarks from across the globe, such as New York's Statue of Liberty, Paris's Eiffel Tower, London's Big Ben, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Brandenburg Gate, the Arc de Triomphe, and even a section of the Great Wall of China and the faces of presidents from Mount Rushmore.
Coast Guard: A special part of the collection is the extensive collection of Polish lighthouse models. Models of landmarks from Świnoujście, Stilo, Rozewie, and Ustka are a real treat for sea lovers and an important educational element, showcasing the heritage of the Polish coast.
Beyond the Models: Hidden Lands of the Park
The Kashubian Miniature Park is much more than just a model exhibition. It's a well-thought-out entertainment complex that provides engaging fun for all ages. This multifaceted offering makes the miniature park a fun-filled day for families.
The park also includes:
Fairytale Land: A magical zone created with the youngest in mind. It features over 60 figures of characters from popular fairy tales, fables, and movies. Children can meet Snow White, Shrek, Spider-Man, and the heroes of "Ice Age."
Castle of Horror: An attraction for older children and thrill-seeking adults alike. Vampires, zombies, spiders, and other ghouls lurk in its dark corridors. Remember, entry to the castle is only permitted with an adult!
The Cabinet of Laughter: A classic amusement park attraction – a cabinet of distorted mirrors that guarantees gales of laughter and great fun for the whole family.
Mini Zoo: A charming corner that often steals the hearts of the youngest visitors. Friendly animals live here, including miniature sheep, goats, a donkey, and the star of the enclosure – a Scottish cow named Ula. Getting up close and personal with the animals is one of the fondest memories of a visit.
The combination of educational miniatures with entertainment attractions, such as Fairytale Land for toddlers and the Castle of Horror for youngsters, ensures that every member of the family will find something for themselves.
This extends your stay and makes visiting the park a great way to spend a day full of excitement. Check out the official Kashubian park website to plan your visit! Full information about tickets and opening hours can be found on the official website .
In the Land of Giants – Discovering the Kashubian Giants Park
Just half a kilometer from the Miniature Park , you'll find its complete opposite – the Kashubian Giants' Park ! It's a place where the tables are turned. You just felt like a giant? Now you'll feel like a tiny little thing!
This playful perspective is key to unforgettable experiences and picture-perfect photos. The park also boasts a wealth of interactive exhibits that will make you feel like you've stepped into a fairy tale.
The world enlarged
Unlike the Miniature Park, where the "do not touch" rule is sacred, the Kashubian Giants Park encourages active exploration! Everything here is designed to create a "wow" effect and engage all the senses.
Here's what awaits you in the Giants Park:
Nature on a grand scale: Stroll through the park and you'll come face to face with gigantic, incredibly detailed models of insects—praying mantises, dragonflies, and beetles. Plus, you'll find oversized models of fish, birds, and even a special dinosaur zone! You'll feel like you're in a prehistoric world.
Titans of technology: The two biggest stars of the miniature park are the source of great emotions - authentic, powerful machines.
The first is a real Tupolev Tu-134A passenger plane, 37 meters long, that once served LOT Polish Airlines. You can climb aboard and even sit at the controls in the cockpit!
The second star is the mighty Monster Truck – its huge tires and high suspension make a stunning impression up close.
Everyday life on an XXL scale: Everyday objects blown up to absurd proportions create an extraordinary, slightly surreal atmosphere. The enormous table and chair that greet guests at the entrance, the giant mug, and the giant chess set are not only exhibits but above all, perfect backdrops for fun souvenir photos. You'll feel like you've entered a world from another fairy tale!
Fantastic Inhabitants: In the Kashubian Giants' Park, you'll also encounter characters from the world of fantasy. "The World of Dwarfs" invites you to play with friendly, XXL-sized gnomes, and on the forest path, you can encounter realistic, yet static, models of wild animals, such as wolves and wild boars, patiently posing for photos.
The Miniature and Giant Park is a perfect match! The Miniature Park's main theme is intellectual curiosity, while the Giant Park's theme is pure fun and the creation of visual memories. This complementarity is the foundation of the entire complex's success. Check the park's official website to plan your visit!
Kaszubski Gracik Vehicle Park - The first interactive vehicle park in Poland
The third pillar of the Strysza Buda complex is Kaszubski Gracik – the only miniature park of its kind in Poland! It's dedicated to 1:1 scale vehicles familiar from pop culture and history. Its greatest asset? Interactivity!
Forget traditional car museums. Here, you can touch and even sit in many of the exhibits.
Collection on wheels
The Kashubian Miniature Park collection is divided into several thematic zones, and its composition is constantly evolving, responding to public interest.
Nostalgia on Wheels: The park's creators noticed that iconic vehicles from the communist era and vintage agricultural machinery generated the most interest. For older visitors, it's a sentimental journey through time, and for younger visitors, a tangible history lesson.
From screen to reality: The park also features dozens of vehicles from popular cartoons, films, and comedies. It's a real treat for kids!
Touch and feel: This is a key element that distinguishes Kaszubski Gracik . You can touch, and in many cases even get behind the wheel of, selected vehicles! This makes the visit an incredibly engaging and memorable experience, especially for car enthusiasts and our youngest guests. At the miniature park, you'll experience the true joy of experiencing automotive history.
A Practical Guide to Strysza Buda
Before you set off on your journey to Strysza Buda, learn a few practical tips that will help you plan your visit:
How to get there? The complex is located at: Kartuska Street 30, 83-329 Strysza Buda (Mirachowo commune).
Contact: Have questions or are planning a group visit? Contact us by phone: +48 505 136 658, +48 502 499 106.
On-site amenities: You'll find everything you need within the park : food outlets, a souvenir shop, a children's playground, a covered picnic shelter, and restrooms.
Tickets and opening hours
Always check the official website for current prices and opening hours! Keep in mind that prices quoted by intermediaries may be out of date. It's worth considering multi-park packages—they're usually the most cost-effective and allow you to enjoy the attractions all day long.
Table 1: Ticket options and approximate prices in the park complex in Strysza Buda
Package | Ticket type | Approximate price | Comments |
1 Park ( Miniature Park only) | Normal | 29 PLN | Tour time: approximately 2 hours. Children under 3 are free. |
Reduced* | 19 PLN | Prices based on the park's official website. | |
2 Parks (Miniatures + Giants) | Normal | 49 PLN | Tour duration: approximately 3 hours. Does not include the "Gracik" Vehicle Park . |
Reduced* | 39 PLN | ||
3 Parks (Miniatures + Giants + Gracik) | Normal | 59 PLN | The most comprehensive and cost-effective option for the entire day. |
Reduced* | 49 PLN | Tour time approx. 4 hours. | |
Group** | 40 PLN/person | Includes a ride on the Fairytale Train. |
Reduced-price tickets are available to pupils, students up to 25 years of age, and retirees. Children under 3 years of age are admitted free of charge (except for groups). *Prices for organized groups require advance reservation.
Table 2: Seasonal opening hours of the complex in Strysza Buda
Period | Weekdays (Monday-Saturday) | Sundays and holidays |
High season (June-August) | 9:00 - 19:00 | 10:00 - 19:00 |
Transition season (April, May, September, October) | 9:00 - 17:00 | 10:00 - 18:00 |
Off-season (November-March) | 10:00 - 16:00 | 10:00 - 17:00 |
Hours may change in the event of inclement weather. Always check the park website before arriving!
Poland in Miniature – National Review of Miniature Parks
The Kashubian Miniature Park is a prime example of a dynamically developing sector of Polish tourism. To fully appreciate its unique character, it's worth seeing how it compares to other leading miniature parks in Poland. Each has its own unique characteristics and appeals to different tastes, demonstrating the diversity of this market segment.
Best of the Best: A Review of the Top Miniature Parks
You will find many fascinating miniature parks in Poland, each of them offering something unique:
Lower Silesian Monuments Miniature Park (Kowary): A treat for fans of regional history, it focuses exclusively on the architecture of Lower Silesia, presenting miniature castles, palaces, and old towns on a 1:25 scale.
"Świat Marzeń" Miniature Park (Inwałd): A true globalist! It offers a journey around the world, and is integrated with a large amusement park and a medieval fortress. A full day of fun guaranteed!
Sabat Krajno Amusement and Miniature Park: This park focuses on spectacle. Its "Wonderful World" Miniature Alley is distinguished by its unique scales (e.g., St. Peter's Basilica at a scale of 1:13) and picturesque location on a hill in the Świętokrzyskie Mountains.
Miniature and Train Park (Dziwnów): A seaside specialist that combines miniature Polish lighthouses with an extensive, working network of model trains. Perfect for railway enthusiasts!
Kolejkowo (Wrocław/Gliwice): It's not so much a miniature park as a gigantic, vibrant model. It showcases entire regions with moving trains, vehicles, and a day-night cycle. A truly immersive experience.
Miniature Park "Poland in Miniature" (Bałtów): A park with a patriotic profile. Its grounds are shaped like a map of Poland, and the collection focuses exclusively on the most important Polish castles and palaces.
Comparison of the main miniature parks in Poland
Park Name (Location) | Main thematic motif | Dominant scale | Unique feature | Target group |
Kashubian Miniature Park (Strysza Buda) | Mixed (Kashubia, Poland, World) | 1:25 | Complex "3 in 1" (Miniatures, Giants, Vehicles) | Families looking for a full day of varied entertainment |
Park of Miniature Monuments of Lower Silesia (Kowary) | Regional (Lower Silesia) | 1:25 | Specialization in the architecture of one region, guided tours | Lovers of history, architecture, regional tourists |
Miniature Park "World of Dreams" (Inwałd) | Global (World) | 1:25 (with exceptions) | Integration with a large amusement park and fortress | Families with children, school groups looking for entertainment and education |
Sabat Krajno PARK (Krajno-Zagórze) | Global (World) | 1:25 (with exceptions) | Unique models (e.g. WTC, Basilica 1:13), location on a hill | Tourists in the Świętokrzyskie region, families |
Miniature and Train Park (Dziwnów) | Specialized (Lighthouses, Railways) | 1:10 (lanterns) | Combining maritime themes with railway modeling | Lovers of lighthouses and trains, seaside tourists |
Kolejkowo (Wroclaw, Gliwice) | Regional (Lower Silesia, Silesia) | 1:25 | A giant, interactive model with a day and night cycle | Everyone, from children to adults, modeling fans |
"Poland in Miniature" (Bałtów) | National (Poland) | 1:25 | A land in the shape of Poland, with a focus on castles and palaces | Domestic tourists, school groups, and Polish history enthusiasts |
The Strysza Buda park complex is much more than the sum of its parts. It is a carefully thought-out tourism project that successfully combines education, entertainment, and interaction within three distinct yet complementary concepts.
Its unique value proposition – the ability to travel through different scales and worlds in one day – makes it a key point on the tourist map of Pomerania and the whole of Poland.
Combining universal themes with local heritage, the park not only provides unforgettable fun but also serves as an ambassador for Kashubian culture.
This is a place that proves that the magic of imagination has no limits and invites you to discover a fascinating world of contrasts, hidden in the heart of picturesque Kashubia.
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