Family-Friendly Attractions In Spain

Park Güell

Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views. · Dogs allowed

Gràcia, 08024 Barcelona, Spain

El Retiro Park

Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues. · Dogs allowed

Retiro, 28009 Madrid, Spain

Plaza Mayor

Cafes & restaurants line the arches of this stately square with Philip III's statue in the center.

Pl. Mayor, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Plaza de España

Landmark square with a large water feature, seats with painted ceramic tiles & an ornate pavilion.

Av. Isabel la Católica, 41004 Sevilla, Spain

Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias

State-of-the-art science complex set within a landscaped park with a huge aquarium & IMAX screen.

Quatre Carreres, 46013 Valencia, Spain

Royal Palace of Madrid

18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

Centro, 28071 Madrid, Spain

PortAventura World

Seaside theme park with restaurants, state-of-the-art roller coasters, water slides & live shows.

Av. Pere Molas, Tarragona, Spain

Oceanogràfic

Vast aquarium with a dolphinarium & 500 species in versions of the world's main marine ecosystems.

C/ d'Eduardo Primo Yúfera, 1B, Quatre Carreres, 46013 València, Valencia, Spain

Loro Park

Landscaped zoo with gorillas, tigers & penguin habitat with a man-made iceberg, plus dolphin shows.

Av. Loro Parque, s/n, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Royal Alcázar of Seville

Landmark Moorish royal palace with fountain-filled gardens, ornate arches & 16th-century tiles.

Casco Antiguo, 41004 Seville, Spain

Siam Park

Outdoor adventure water park with Thai-themed thrill & family slides, swimming pools & beach.

Av. Siam, s/n, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Temple of Debod

Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.

C. de Ferraz, 1, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain

Puerta de Alcalá

Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.

Pl. de la Independencia, s/n, Retiro, 28001 Madrid, Spain

Casa de Campo

Expansive park & former royal hunting ground, with small hills, streams & a boating lake. · Dogs allowed

P.º de la Prta del Ángel, 1, 28011 Madrid, Spain

Zoo Aquarium de Madrid

Huge facility with animals in natural habitats, dolphinarium & a shark tank, plus kids' petting zoo.

Casa de Campo, S/N, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28011 Madrid, Spain

Parque de Atracciones de Madrid

Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.

Casa de Campo, s/n, 28011 Madrid, Spain

Tour Bernabéu

Self-guided tour of the Real Madrid stadium, including dressing rooms & interactive exhibits.

Av. de Concha Espina, 1, Chamartín, 28036 Madrid, Spain

Terra Mítica

Ancient culture-themed areas in amusement park with white-knuckle & family rides, plus shows.

Partida del Moralet, s/n, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

Plaza del Dos de Mayo

Vibrant plaza around a monument to 1808 rebellion, bordered by shops, bars & cafes with terraces.

Pl. del Dos de Mayo, Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain

Berlin Park

Leafy park with playgrounds, woods and fountains plus mementos from the fall of the Berlin Wall. · Dogs allowed

Av. de Ramón y Cajal, 2, Chamartín, 28016 Madrid, Spain

Naval Museum

Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.

P.º del Prado, 3, Retiro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

Museo de Cera

Waxwork museum with depictions of famous people plus a space ride, a ghost train & a history show.

Pl. de Colón, 1, Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain

Las Vistillas Garden

Park atop a hill offering lawns, greenery & a central fountain, plus cultural events & views. · Dogs allowed

Jardín de las Vistillas, Pl. de Gabriel Miró, 2, Centro, 28005 Madrid, Spain

Athens Park

Urban park bordering historic landmarks, with playgrounds, a fountain, sports courts & benches. · Dogs allowed

C. de Segovia, 28, Centro, 28005 Madrid, Spain

Las Estrellas Promenade

Passeig de les Estreles, 1, 03581 l'Alfàs del Pi, Alicante, Spain

Parque Agustín Rodríguez Sahagún

Lots of grassy areas are offered in this spacious, tree-filled park with a playground & paths. · Dogs allowed

P.º de la Dirección, 301, Tetuán, 28029 Madrid, Spain

Parque de la Cuña Verde de Latina

Large landscaped park featuring walking paths & water features, plus a playground, sports & more. · Dogs allowed

C. del Concejal Francisco José Jiménez Martín, 11, Latina, 28047 Madrid, Spain

Vaguada Park

Suburban park with a pond, a theater & a library, plus neighborhood festival events in October. · Dogs allowed

P.º de la Vaguada, 13, Fuencarral-El Pardo, 28029 Madrid, Spain

Parque Norte

Green, dog-friendly space with mature wooded areas, footpaths, play areas & exercise equipment. · Dogs allowed

Av. de Monforte de Lemos, 10, Fuencarral-El Pardo, 28029 Madrid, Spain

La Bombilla Park

Picturesque public park featuring landscaped gardens, fountains & an open-air summer film festival. · Dogs allowed

P.º de la Senda del Rey, 82, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain

Casino de la Reina Park

Tree-dotted park with a large children's playground, a basketball court & a dance area. · Dogs allowed

C. de Embajadores, 68, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Monument to Goya

C. de Felipe IV, s/n, Retiro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

Parque de La Ventilla

Linear urban park with a small children's playground, a network of leafy footpaths & sports courts. · Dogs allowed

C. de la Vía Límite, Tetuán, 28029 Madrid, Spain

Porta de Sant Vicent

Traffic circle centered on a replica of a monumental gate from 1726, with a major rail hub nearby.

Gta. San Vicente, s/n, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain

Jardines de Lepanto

Public garden with manicured 19th century–style plantings & trees, for walking & recreation.

C. de Lepanto, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

Jardín Vertical Caixaforum

C. de Cenicero, 34, Centro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

Spain Gate

This elegant, circa-1893 gate is a main entrance to the city's Retiro Gardens.

C. de Alfonso XII, 1, Retiro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

Cerro de los Locos

· Dogs allowed

C. de Francos Rodríguez, 1I, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28040 Madrid, Spain

Jardines del Cabo Noval

· Dogs allowed

Pl. de Ote., 9, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

Parque del Emir Mohamed I

· Dogs allowed

Parque Emir Mohamed, Centro, 28005 Madrid, Spain

Rodajos door

Av. de Rodajos, 1, 28011 Madrid, Spain

Tío Pepe

Overlooking a public square, this neon sign promoting a popular sherry brand is a local icon.

Prta del Sol, 11, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

Descubrimiento Garden

Public gardens commemorating Christopher Columbus with a statue, fountain & ornamental plantings. · Dogs allowed

Calle de Goya, 2, Salamanca, 28001 Madrid, Spain

Casa de Cisneros

Centuries-old palace building known for its Spanish Plateresque design & picturesque exterior.

Pl. de la Villa, 4, Centro, 28005 Madrid, Spain

Jardines de la Plaza Villa de París

Pl. de la Villa de París, 1D, Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain

Plaza del poeta Leopoldo de Luis

Calle de Castilla, 16, Tetuán, 28039 Madrid, Spain

Jose Rizal Monument

C. de Santander, 1, Chamberí, 28003 Madrid, Spain

Huerta de la Partida

Orchardlike stretch of almond & olive trees in a former aristocratic garden from the 16th century. · Dogs allowed

Moncloa - Aravaca, 28011 Madrid, Spain

TU TUK TUK Madrid

Pl. de Isabel II, 4, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

Clock Tower of Sun Gate

Prta del Sol, 7, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain