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Family
Attractions in Spain
Visit
many wonderful Spanish attractions - from nature reserves, castle
tours, famous city streets and caves
Antique
Train (Soller Railway), Palma, Majorca
Catch the train and journey back in time in one of the original
wooden carriages, your 17 mile train ride will take you through
the scenic Spanish countryside between Palma de Mallorca and
Soller. The train was originally steam driven but is now electified. |
Botanic
gardens
These beautiful gardens encorporate many exotic plants, flaura
and fauna. Located on the slopes of the hill Montjuďc you can
also enjoy magnifiscent views of the sea and the harbour. |
Barranco
de Guayadeque, Grand Canaria
This wonderful reserve has many huge caverns, some of which
can be visited. One in particular is home to a 100 seat restaurant
where eating, drinking and dancing go on all day. This is also
a place of great natural beauty, with flora of great impotance. |
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Castle
Montjuďc
Located atop of Montjuďchill sita an big 18th century castle.
Strategically positioned to offer aview of thecity and harbour.
The original castle dates from 1640, but was destroyed and
rebuild. During the civil war (1936-1939) the castle was a
very important part of the citys defensce. Following this
the castle was used as a prison.
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Donana
National Park, Huelva, Andalusia
This park is comprised of three distinct ecosystems, ideal for
wildlife and accessible only with a tour guide.
Attraction type: National park; Nature reserve |
Donana
National Park, Huelva, Andalusia
This wonderful nationl park is known for its lagoons, marshes
and scrub. The park offers the ideal habitat for wildlife and
is home to many endangered birds. |
El Chorro
gorge, Costa del Sol, Andalusia
El Chorro is picturesque, with its streams and thick forest
it is a truly beautiful place. During the summer months the
lakes are very popular with many visitors taking a dip or trying
their hand with a fishing line. These artificial lakes created
by a dam built across the gorge are known as Garganta del Chorro.
A dramatic limestone gorge! |
Girona,
Costa Brava, Catalonia
This city is packed with features and attractions too many to
mention. When you visit you will amazed at the rich architectural
heritage. The city's history dates back to Roman times, with
the streets being medieval in style. The food in Girona is amazing
with great shops and cafes. |
La Boqueria
This is a typical ols style Spanish market. One of the oldest
covered market places in Ramblas were there is fresh fruit,
fish and meat on stalls daily. These markets are aplenty throughout
Spain and are highly popular with locals and tourists alike. |
Mezquita-Catedral
de Cordoba, Andalusia
This historic beauty is known by many as the jewel of Cordoba.
The building and its intricate designs offer a taste of the
grandeur of the time. The cathedral is ornate and colourful
throughout. |
Picasso
Museum (Museu Picasso)
This museum is dedicated to the work of the well known painter
Pablo Picasso. If you like the works of Picasso, you will love
this huge collection of his works including many paintings,
engavings, lithographs and ceramics. The Picasso Museum occupies
five medieval palaces: Aguilar, Baró de Castellet, Meca, Casa
Mauri, and Palau Finestres.
Barcelona, Catalonia |
Placa
Catalunya
This is the most famous square of Barcelona and maybe the largest
too! The square marks the end of the medieval city and the entrance
to the modern neighbourhood beyond. The square also features
a statue of the last president of the Cataluńa before the civil
(1936-1939), who was shot at the square by Franco´s men. |
Parque
Nacional Las Canadas del Teide, Tenerife, Canary Islands
This national park is a must for would be astronomers and seasoned
stare gazers everywhere. |
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Sacromonte, Granada,
Andalusia
Sacromonte is a large hill, made up of a mixture of pebbles
and clay, the original dwellers (gypsys) found that they could
easily construct cave like dwellings, and this is where they
made their homes. Caves are now used to entertain tourists
with flamenco dancing performances.
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Santa
Barbara Castle
This castle sits atop Mount Benacantil and boasts the most beautiful
of views. The castle is of great historic importance with its
3 sections dating from the 14th, 16th and 18th centuries, the
original foundations date back to the 11th century.
Tel: 965 152 969 |
St.
Michael's Cave, Gibraltar
A must see for any visitor to Spain. The cathedral cave has
many long and winding chambers, leading deep underground. Passages
run deep underground and legend told that passages were so long
that you could reach Africa. |
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Teleferico, Madrid
Travel from Rosales and Casa of Field on Spain fastest and
most modern cable car system. Marvel at the beauty of Spain,
you may even spy 'the sleeping giant'
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Torre
de Collserola, Barcelona, Catalonia
The observation deck of this graet tower is 590 metres above
sea level! Enter the mountain and take the elevator to the
top, from here you can see for miles, the sights of Catalonia.
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Urkiola
Natural Park, Basque
A wonderful scenic park with a beech forest and glaial streams,
this nature reserve offers tranquility and beauty. Visit the
baroque tower, hike throughout the rugged mountainous terrain,
or take a quiet stroll. The perfect place for hikers! |
If
you are travelling with children try some of the Spanish attractions
below!
Aquario
Vasco da Gama
The Vasco da Gama Aquarium is a scientific and educational institution,
located in Lisbon. The Vasco da Gama Aquarium is divided into
two areas, the Museum and the Aquarium, complementing each other
and enabling the visitor to receive an enlarged view of the
Aquatic World. The Vasco da Gama Aquarium exhibits more than
200 species and 4000 specimens.
Dafundo P-1495, Lisbon, Estremadura |
Aquapolis
This water park, located in Madrid is excellent for children
and adults alike. With fast water, river rapids and relaxing
pools, you can set the pace! There is more than just water fun
at this park, you can also enjoy the go cart track, picnic area,
restaurant or candy store!
San Fernando de Henares, Madrid ES, 28830 |
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Alto
da Serafina adventure playground, Lisbon, Estremadura
Nice place to visit with the children, the adventure playground
is located within the Monsato Park. Children can enjoy the
usual swings, slides and climbing frames, plus an exciting
area of tee pees.
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Barcelona
Aquarium, Barcelona, Catalonia
One of the city's biggest tourist attractions, this aquarium
is celebrated as the largest aquarium in Europe.
Attraction type: Aquarium |
Barcelona
Zoo
This pleasant zoo is world famous for housing Snowflake, the
only captive albino gorilla in the world.
Barcelona, Catalonia |
Destination
Dolphins
Visitors on this tour not only get to visit charming Pico, an
island located in the Azores 800 miles west of Portugal, but
get the chance to swim with wild Spotted Dolphins.
Pico, Azores |
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Estación
de Cártama
At this crocodile park you can see these prehistoric retiles
from start to finish. You will see everything from fresh laid
eggs to mammoth monsters with teeth aplenty. The park itself
is located within a nature reserve in the Guadalhorce Valley
Málaga Tel. +34 952 118 318
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Feira
Popular
A wonderful place for the young and young at heart. Enjoy
carousels, race cars and the big top. Walk the park eating
candy floss or jump on the tram for the horror house. So enjoy
dinner at the restaurant then view the park from the sky in
the seat of a ferris wheel.
Lisbon, Estremadura
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Tagus
Boat Trip
Enjoy a river cruise, see the views from the tranquil waters,
from here the city acquires a different perspective. The boat
trip is carried out in a traditional boat that used to carry
the inhabitants across the river mouth. Its slow pace and
open deck allow passengers to enjoy the sun and the sea breeze
from the deck.
Lisbon, Estremadura
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Las
Ramblas
This famous boulevard and town centre, is the original old medieval
city centre. It is crowded with quaint shops selling flowers,
bird stands, souvenir stands, musicians and street artists.
In the evening it is the place to parade yourself and be seen!
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Lisbon
Zoo
This wonderful zoo (Zoologico de Lisboa) is home to more than
2000 animals, with new species being homed every year. In teh
center of the zoo is a large tank, representing the Ocean, (4
coastal habitat tanks recreate, the North Atlantic, the Antarctic
Coast, a temperate coastline in the Pacific with its forests
of giant kelp, and the Tropical Indian Ocean with its coral
reefs). The Animax fun park within the zoo is lush and green,
offering remote boats and a 3D cinema.
Lisbon, Estremadura |
Marineland
Majorca
This amazing marine zoo is home to the most wonderful dolphin,
seal and sea lion shows. The park itself offers many things
from animal actors, tropical tanks and birds. Childrens play
areas will allow you to take a break for 5 minutes before you
are off again to see the sharks and parrots!
Palma, Majorca, Balearic Islands |
Octopus
Aquapark
Visit this exciting waterpark and you're sure to make a splash.
Roar around rapids or enjoy an hour on the lazy river, then
drip dry in the sun and pop down to the cafe for a tasty snack.
Tenerife, Canary Islands |
Planeta
Welby, Madrid
This amusement park offers everything for the little people
in the family. There is a petting zoo with lots of adorable
pets to enjoy, bumper boats and a roller coaster. If mum and
dad want to play there is also a mini golf course for family
fun. |
Plaza
Real
This beautiful square is located just off the Ramblas, and consists
of a fountain, palm trees and many bars and clubs. In the evening
and night it is the centre of all nightlife. |
Planetario
Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon, Estremadura
This Observatory/planetarium is the perfect place to watch the
stars. If you have not quite mastered your portugese yet you
can take advantage of headphones that offer an english translation. |
Safari
de Madrid
As long as you have a hire car its full steam ahead! Drive through
the park see ostriches, giraffes, zebus, bucks, zebras, bears,
rhinoceroses and monkeys up close and personal. These animals
will roam free as you take photos to your hearts content. |
Tibidabo
Funfair, Barcelona, Catalonia
Right at the top of a Spanish mountian you will find this theme
park. So, if you don't have a stomach for heights its not for
you. The park has bumper cars, Ferris wheel, as well as the
infamous house of horrors, Hotel Krueger |
Tivoli
World
Tivoli World theme park is located in Arroyo de la Miel which
is part of Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol. The park is designed
for adults as well as children and has rides, gardens, fountains
and walkways. |
A Guide to Family Attractions in Spain
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