Best Water Parks Near Barcelona with Kids (2025 Guide)

l2. Marineland Catalunya – Best for Young Kids & Animal Lovers

📍 Location: Palafolls (approx. 1 h 15 min from Barcelona)
🚆 How to get there: Train to Malgrat de Mar + taxi or seasonal shuttle
🕒 Opening hours: June to September, daily 10:30–18:00
👶 Age recommendation: Best for ages 3–12

🎟️ Skip-the-Line Tickets

What to Expect:

A unique mix of water park and small zoo, Marineland offers a wide variety of kid-friendly slides and pools alongside dolphin and sea lion shows.

Parent-friendly features:

• Some shaded seating around the animal areas

• Designated splash zones for small children

• Food kiosks and picnic space

• Baby changing areas available

Note: The dolphinarium section is not easily accessible with a stroller—baby carriers are a better option here.

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Planning a Family Trip to Barcelona?

When temperatures rise in Barcelona, families start looking for ways to cool down. Water parks are an ideal day trip—easy to reach, fun for all ages, and a welcome break from the city heat.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the best water parks near Barcelona, ranked by distance from the city centre. You’ll also find practical details parents really care about: where to find shade, how stroller-friendly each park is, and how to avoid long queues.

1. Illa Fantasia – Best for Convenience

📍 Location: Vilassar de Dalt (approx. 30 min from central Barcelona)
🚆 How to get there: Train R1 to Premià de Mar + free shuttle to the park
🕒 Opening hours: June to early September, daily 10:00–18:00
👶 Age recommendation: All ages – from toddlers to teens

What to Expect:

With over 20 water attractions, Illa Fantasia is one of the most accessible and family-oriented parks near Barcelona. It has dedicated kids' zones, large green picnic areas, and shallow pools perfect for younger children.

Parent-friendly features:

• Good shade under trees and in picnic zones

• Family restrooms and baby changing areas

• Stroller-friendly paths throughout

• Lockers and food options available

Tip: Bring water shoes—the ground can get very hot by midday.

🎟️ Skip-the-Line Tickets fast sellouts. Book early!

3. Caribe Aquatic Park (PortAventura World) – Best for Older Kids & Thrill Seekers

📍 Location: Salou (approx. 1 h 30 min from Barcelona)
🚆 How to get there: Direct train from Barcelona Sants to PortAventura
🕒 Opening hours: May to mid-September, opening hours vary (typically 10:30–18:30)
👶 Age recommendation: Ages 4+

🎟️ Skip-the-Line Tickets + Transport

What to Expect:

Part of the PortAventura World resort, this is the largest and most adrenaline-packed water park on the list. It offers high-speed slides, wave pools, and tropical-themed zones for both older children and adults.

Parent-friendly features:

• Lockers available (additional charge)

• Few naturally shaded areas – cabana rental recommended

• Changing areas and family restrooms

• Restaurants and snack stands on-site

Tip: Consider combining this with a visit to PortAventura Theme Park for a 2-day adventure.

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