Andalusia is Spain's southernmost autonomous community, renowned for its rich Moorish heritage, stunning Baroque architecture, and vibrant flamenco culture. Home to iconic cities like Seville, Granada, and Córdoba, the region blends centuries of history with sun-soaked Mediterranean beaches and dramatic natural landscapes.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Selwo Aventura Wildlife Park
A large wildlife park on the Costa del Sol with 1,500 animals from 200 species in their natural habitat groupings — African savannah, Asian zone, and American jungle. Jeep safaris, rope bridges, zip lines, and a full-day experience for all ages. One of the best family attractions in Andalusia.
Price: €22 adults; €16 children (3-12); free under 3
Bioparc Fuengirola
A beautifully designed immersive zoo where the separation between visitors and animals is minimised. Gorillas, tigers, manatees, meerkats, and hundreds of other species in habitat-themed enclosures. Rated one of the best zoos in Europe.
Price: €21 adults; €14 children (3-12)
Isla Mágica Theme Park
Seville's main theme park — water rides, roller coasters, and stunt shows on a nautical/Age of Discovery theme. Best for children aged 5-14. The water rides provide essential cooling in summer.
Price: €22 adults; €17 children; online discounts available
Acuario de Sevilla
Seville's aquarium on the banks of the Guadalquivir — sharks, rays, sea turtles, and thousands of fish in impressive tanks. A reliable wet-weather activity and genuinely entertaining for young children.
Price: €14 adults; €10 children
Caminito del Rey (age 8+)
The famous cliff walk through the Málaga gorge — children aged 8 and above (height requirement applies) can tackle this with parents. Extraordinary scenery and enough adrenaline to keep older children fully engaged without genuine technical climbing.
Price: €10 entry + guided tour option
Granada Science Park (Parque de las Ciencias)
One of the best science museums in Spain — hands-on interactive exhibits across biology, astronomy, physics, and ecology. An enormous facility including a planetarium, outdoor science area, and rotating exhibitions. Perfect for rainy days or summer heat escapes.
Price: €7 adults; €5.50 children
Horse Show at Jerez Equestrian School
The Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art (Real Escuela Andaluza del Arte Ecuestre) performs the famous 'How the Andalusian Horses Dance' show — a spectacular display of classical dressage to live music. Genuinely beautiful for horse-loving children.
Price: €21-24 for show; training sessions also viewable
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Hotel Barceló Hydros
A large beach resort hotel with multiple pools, direct beach access, children's pool, and kids' club. All-inclusive available. On the calm Mediterranean Costa de Almería — excellent swimming for young children.
Where: Roquetas de Mar, Almería
Vincci Selección Poseidón
A modern beachfront hotel on the Costa del Sol with excellent pool facilities and direct beach access. Strong family programming, good children's menu, and Benalmádena's Selwo Marina (dolphin park) is walking distance.
Where: Benalmádena, Málaga
Molino del Puente
A beautiful converted watermill in the Málaga countryside — swimming pool, farm animals, and a quiet rural setting within 40 minutes of Málaga city and beaches. Excellent for families who want countryside calm combined with coast accessibility.
Where: Coín, Málaga (inland)
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Spanish restaurants universally welcome children at all times of day — there is no concept of 'adults-only' dining culture. Children eating with family at 10 PM is completely normal.
Menú del día (set lunch menu) restaurants almost always include child-sized portions or will accommodate simple requests. Ask for 'un plato para niños' (a children's plate).
Spanish supermarkets (Mercadona) are excellent for family picnics — great fruit, pre-sliced jamón, cheese, and fresh bread at a fraction of restaurant prices.
Granada's free tapas system with every drink order means families can often fill up on appetisers ordered with soft drinks — genuinely budget-friendly.
In summer, the main meal as a lunch (2-4 PM) in air-conditioned restaurants makes far more practical sense for families than dinner — avoids children's tiredness in the evening heat.
Food allergen information is legally required to be available at all restaurants in Spain — ask for the 'libro de alérgenos' for a written list.
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Build downtime into every day — over-scheduled kids melt down faster than tired adults.
Carry snacks, water, and a small first-aid kit at all times.
Many attractions offer discounted family tickets — ask at the ticket window.