Visiting a theme park can be one of the best plans for the summer. Moreover, due to their variety of attractions and shows, they're usually great for the whole family to enjoy. That's why we've selected the best houses and flats near theme parks for you to travel with children.
No matter whether you're a fan of speed, water or animals, there's a theme park to suit your preferences. Take a look at our recommendations for theme parks and accommodation, so you just have to think about having fun!
Cabárceno Nature Park
Cabárceno is not a typical theme park or a zoo. Its main purpose is to let the more than 50 species of animals that live there develop in the most natural environment possible.
First things first, visiting Cabárceno with your children will create a real internal conflict: their textbooks say that giraffes, elephants, rhinoceroses, and zebras live in faraway savannahs or jungles, but they're going to find all these animals in the middle of Cantabria. So, be prepared for thousands of questions that start with "and why...".
This first key tip: Cabárceno is gigantic, so, we strongly recommend you go by car, take the map at the entrance and drive from one place to another inside the park. Try to make the most of the day, because after 6 pm some of the animals will be taken away, and don't miss the birds of prey and sea lions show.
The second and probably the most important tip is: to enjoy yourself without overwhelming the animals or throwing food at them. You will want to take lots of photos, but we also recommend you take time to simply observe the surroundings, which are certainly wonderful.
PortAventura World, Salou
Port Aventura World is a classic that improves every year offering hours and hours of fun. In recent years, for example, they have added Ferrari Land Park, a unique haven in Europe for lovers of speed and the Italian brand.
This park is a visual experience suitable for the whole family. There are attractions and shows for all interests, from Polynesia to the Far West and even SésamoAventura for the little ones.
If you decide to go to Port Aventura World, here are a couple of tips:
- If you go in high season or during a special event (Halloween, for example) you are likely to find long queues and should buy special wristbands to skip the queue for an extra fee.
- Remember to check the opening times of the shows. Some of them are really worth seeing and it's a good idea to get there half an hour before.
Kathmandu Park in Mallorca
Katmandu Park is one of the most complete and varied theme parks in Spain and a great place to go with children if you are in Mallorca.
It really is several theme parks in one: a water park, a mini golf course, a 4D cinema, ball pools, trampolines, and a house full of mazes and illusions... It's impossible for kids to get bored!
Of the parks mentioned in this article, it is perhaps the best one for children under the age of 12. Just seeing how much fun they'll have, we can assure you that you won't be bored either.
Bioparc in Valencia
Bioparc is a new-generation zoo in the city of Valencia. It is based on the concept of "zoo immersion", through which they want us to feel like we are in the habitat of the species we are visiting, with the highest level of safety both for us and the animals. Moreover, the park tries to raise children's awareness of respecting the environment and the dangers of global warming from an early age.
One of its star animals, which is particularly popular among children, is the lemur, known for being very sociable with humans, to such an extent that they will get right up next to you. Don't miss them! We also recommend visiting the gorillas at lunchtime, when they all get together.
Warner Park in Madrid
If you're a fan of superheroes like Batman or Superman, and children's characters like the Looney Tunes, you have to go to Parque Warner in Madrid. There are attractions for all children, whatever their height. As for you, you'll be teleported back to the golden age of cinema as you walk through the streets of Warner Park.
Shows range from the musical "The Dreamers" - a look back at the fashion, styles and genres of the history of musicals - to an acrobatic show called "Crazy Police Academy", plus plenty of superhero and children's character shows.
As you can see, the little ones can't get bored at Warner Park.