Best things to do with kids in Spain

Throughout the length and breadth of its territory, Spain offers a large number of vacation proposals to enjoy with the family in many towns and cities. From the most urban and lively to the most rugged and natural, children will have plenty of opportunities to have a great time when they visit Spain. Animals, mountains, theme parks inspired by movie classics, beaches and routes and destinations of all kinds and colors, for all tastes.

Tarragona and the charms of its Costa Dorada

The beaches of the province of Tarragona are recognized as family tourism destinations and all the offer of this region is specially designed for children to enjoy the most. Its main attractions are Aquópolis and PortAventura World, the most visited amusement park in Spain. Thanks to the addition of its Costa Caribe Aquatic Park, in summer it becomes the sensation of the little ones, with attractions such as the pirate galleon and King Khajuna. In the city of Salou there is a spectacular karting track for children and the Bosc Aventura, a park located in a lush forest, ideal to enjoy with the family.

Bioparc, marine fauna and tin soldiers in Valencia

Of all the family attractions that Valencia boasts, there are three that will delight the children of the house. First, the Bioparc Zoo, where children will enjoy the variety of animals it houses. Second, with the spectacular Oceanogràfic and its marine fauna, located in the bowels of the City of Arts and Sciences. And third and last, with one of the most unique museums in Spain: the Museum of the Soldaditos de Plomo and its carefully curated collections of miniature armies of Napoleon’s troops, battles of the Middle Ages and the Spanish Guard. Other attractions for children in Valencia: Gulliver Park, l’Albufera Natural Park and the Fallero Museum.

The tranquility and beauty of Sobrarbe in Huesca

If you are thinking of a nature destination to enjoy with your family, with dream landscapes and plenty of countryside for your children to run and play in comfort, Sobrarbe is the perfect place. It is located within the Monte Perdido National Park, in the interior of the province of Huesca, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is home to the second highest peak in the Pyrenees: Ordesa. It has many hiking trails for the whole family and attractions such as the Museum of Military Miniatures in Jaca, with more than 32,000 figures, and the Lacuniacha Fauna Park, a mountainous and very quiet forest to rest from the urban bustle.

The Warner Park in Madrid

Now you don’t have to travel to the United States for your children to meet their favorite cartoon characters. Warner Park is entirely designed with a Hollywood theme and is home to the famous Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Wildcat, Tweety Bird and many more. It has five fun themed areas: the superhero area with Batman, Superman and Spiderman; Hollywood Boulevard, which recreates the famous street of the American city; Old West Territory, with its Wild West theme; Movie World Studios, which recreates a movie recording session; and Cartoon Village. In addition, there is the Steel Attraction and Batman’s Escape, two spectacular roller coasters with many curves and free falls for the ultimate adrenaline rush.

Terra Mitica Amusement Park

Located in the coastal city of Benidorm, in the province of Alicante, is this particular theme park where, in addition to playing and having fun, your children will learn about history. Because it is a site inspired by characters of the ancient civilizations that populated and spread along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea: Egypt, Iberia, Greece, Rome and the islands. There will be gladiator fights, rides on the Nile of the Pharaohs, Greek mythological gods, pyramids, coliseums and many other attractions that show how fascinating history can be.

Mallorca for children

The largest island of the Balearic Islands offers many attractions for children and the whole family, starting with its quiet and paradisiacal beaches in the bay of Alcudia, with many recreational activities. Another popular option for tourists visiting Mallorca with children is Marineland and its award-winning dolphinarium, one of the best in Spain. And the Western Park water park is very innovative, because it combines the fun of water activities with a Wild West atmosphere that your children will love.

Cantabria as a family

This area of northern Spain is perfect for a quiet and relaxing family vacation. Its capital, Santander, is a very beautiful city with many proposals and activities for children. San Vicente de la Barquera and Santillana del Mar, with their streets, monuments and emblematic buildings, are also a must-see. Another point of interest is the Cabárceno Nature Park, where the Ebro River is born; the Forestal Park Santander and the Alceda Aventura, two theme parks with many attractions for children, and the famous Altamira Caves, which preserve cave paintings from prehistoric times.

Oasys theme park in Almeria

For many years, the Almeria desert was the filming location for many classic American western movies. And the Oasys theme park recreates this world, which fascinates children and adults alike. It is located in the Tabernas desert, an area declared an ecological reserve, and perfectly imitates a traditional Wild West town, with its dusty streets, taverns and cowboys. Children can try their hand at marksmanship, dress up as Red Indians, cool off in the swimming pools or play many other fun games.

The fascinating dinosaurs of Dinópolis in Teruel

Dinópolis Teruel is a science and leisure park dedicated to the theme of dinosaurs and located in the Aragonese city of Teruel. Besides having fun and being surprised by the history of these spectacular specimens of prehistoric fauna, you will learn a lot about them and their diet, where they lived, what they were like and why they became extinct. Within the park is the Paleontological Museum of Teruel, which houses one of the best collections of dinosaur fossils on the planet. And finally, in the 3D movie theater, children will embark on a fun and adventurous journey back to the time when dinosaurs ruled the world.

Barcelona Zoo

For many years, the Barcelona Zoo boasted among its ranks the only albino gorilla on the planet, the famous Snowflake, now deceased but alive in the hearts of the people of Barcelona and the hundreds of thousands of tourists who visited it. The site remains one of the most important in Europe and currently has more than 7,000 specimens of 400 different species, one of the largest collections on the continent. Your children will have a great time watching live bison, lions, lynx, hippos, kangaroos, zebras, elephants, bears, panthers, giraffes, vultures and ostriches.