A bit further afield
Not everything is always on your doorstep and sometimes you do have to go go that little bit further. Be adventurous and visit the best theme parks in Europe with the wildest rides, shows and performances the like of which you've never experienced at home. See Terra Natura, Aqualandia, Mundomar and not forgetting the Rio Safari at Elche.
Terra Mitica - Benidorm
Terra Mitica is one one of Europe's most exciting theme parks and is Benidorm's main tourist attraction. It has something for all age groups and for all 'fear thresholds'.
Don't worry about going if you're not a fan of the adrenaline rush as there are always plenty gentler options including some great water rides. To make sure that younger children never feel left out the park has cleverly constructed 15 kiddie rides which are replicas of the scarier adult version. All in all there is something for everyone at Terra Mitica.
You can go on rides as many times as you wish but bear in mind that there are so many rides that you won't be able to go on them all in a day. In fact, time permitting, we'd recommend that you purchase the two day pass as there's more than enough at Terra Mitica to keep the whole family amused.
Terra Mitica is split into five different sectors according to a particular theme. Each of these areas have rides related to its particular theme and the restaurants of the area are also based on that same theme. If you're too busy to sit down for a full scale meal then there's no end of fast food outlets throughout the park.
Don't worry about going if you're not a fan of the adrenaline rush as there are always plenty gentler options including some great water rides. To make sure that younger children never feel left out the park has cleverly constructed 15 kiddie rides which are replicas of the scarier adult version. All in all there is something for everyone at Terra Mitica.
You can go on rides as many times as you wish but bear in mind that there are so many rides that you won't be able to go on them all in a day. In fact, time permitting, we'd recommend that you purchase the two day pass as there's more than enough at Terra Mitica to keep the whole family amused.
Terra Mitica is split into five different sectors according to a particular theme. Each of these areas have rides related to its particular theme and the restaurants of the area are also based on that same theme. If you're too busy to sit down for a full scale meal then there's no end of fast food outlets throughout the park.
www.terramiticapark.com
Tel: 902 02 02 30
Terra Natura - Benidorm
Terra Natura is a new generation in Safari Parks based in Benidorm and recently opened Murcia. The park enables you to get up close and personal with the wild and exotic animals. There are no Barriers well visable ones anyway!) between you and the animals. The 32,000 square meters of park is divided up into themed areas; Pangea, The entrance to the park, America, Asia and Europe.
It's a great day out for all the family especially the little ones they love the up close and personal feeling of being with the animals!
It's a great day out for all the family especially the little ones they love the up close and personal feeling of being with the animals!
www.terranatura.com
Tel: 902 52 23 33
Mundomar - Benidorm
Mundomar is a theme park inhabited by aquatic animals such as dolphins, penguins and sea lions as well as tropical birds. As much as possible each species lives within an area closely resembling its natural habitat. A great day out for the children.
The dolphin show is the highlight of the day which takes place at 1.30pm and 4.30pm. It's great to watch the show from one of the underwater viewing points which provides a unique sight of these loveable creatures in action. Try to get your child selected to go in the boat that the dolphin pulls.
The sea lions and the seals also put on a humouous show that the kids love. And the parrots on rollerskates provide no end of entertainment though the person conducting the show is speaking Spanish so you won't understand everything that's going on.
Away from the birds and animals there's a children's park with plenty slides and other amusements and a selection of cafés and restaurants should provide a welcome break to the adult contingent
The dolphin show is the highlight of the day which takes place at 1.30pm and 4.30pm. It's great to watch the show from one of the underwater viewing points which provides a unique sight of these loveable creatures in action. Try to get your child selected to go in the boat that the dolphin pulls.
The sea lions and the seals also put on a humouous show that the kids love. And the parrots on rollerskates provide no end of entertainment though the person conducting the show is speaking Spanish so you won't understand everything that's going on.
Away from the birds and animals there's a children's park with plenty slides and other amusements and a selection of cafés and restaurants should provide a welcome break to the adult contingent
www.mundomar.es
Tel: 96 586 01 00
Aqualandia - Benidorm
With over 20 rides to choose from Aqualandia Benidorm is a great day out. The water park has something for everyone from the adrenalin splash rides to the more tranquil "Amazons". Only about an hours drive from Quesada it' the perfect day out in spain for all the family!
This huge water park has slides, rides and pools for all the family. There are various types of slides, straight, bumpy, or bobsleigh style. A black hole ride in total darkness, a rapid rides of several connecting pools ending in a steep drop, and a lagoon with wave machine to name just a few.
This huge water park has slides, rides and pools for all the family. There are various types of slides, straight, bumpy, or bobsleigh style. A black hole ride in total darkness, a rapid rides of several connecting pools ending in a steep drop, and a lagoon with wave machine to name just a few.
Tel: 96 586 0100
www.aqualandia.net
Rio Safari - Elche
Rio Safari Elche - Whether you live on the Costa Blanca or are just on a holiday in the area, you must take time out to visit the fabulous Rio Safari Elche. One of the best loved tourist attractions on the Costa Blanca, the Rio Safari is a great place to take the children and is excellent fun for all the family. Situated between Santa Pola and Elche the Rio Safari animal park sits amongst over 4,000 palm trees in some beautiful surroundings and is a place where the whole family can spend an entire day.
One of the additional attractions of the Rio Safari Elche,is the large swimming pool which is free for visitors to the park. There are slides and fun rides, so during the hot summer months, remember to take your swimming costumes and a towel (and don't forget the suntan lotion!).
One of the additional attractions of the Rio Safari Elche,is the large swimming pool which is free for visitors to the park. There are slides and fun rides, so during the hot summer months, remember to take your swimming costumes and a towel (and don't forget the suntan lotion!).
www.riosafari.com
Tel: 96 663 82 88
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