Looking for a great family destination in Spain? South of Barcelona, on the east coast of the country, the Costa Dorada, or ‘Costa Dorada’, is very popular with families from Great Britain and Ireland thanks to the short flight times, the beautiful beaches and the wide variety of resorts family and children. friendly attractions in the region.
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Take on the largest theme park in Spain
PortAventura aims to take visitors on a tour around the world in one day with its six themed lands, water park, artificial beach and four hotels. There are many exciting rides and roller coasters for older children and the land of SésamoAventura offers many cute attractions and play areas for the little ones. (Avinguda de l’Alcalde Pere Molas, km 2, 43840 Vila-seca, Salou)
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Explore the ancient Roman ruins
Built in the 2nd century AD, Tarragona was Emperor Augustus’ favorite winter resort. The remains of the amphitheater, once the site of gladiators and other contests, still has incredible ocean views and tiered seating that you can explore. Nearby are the excavated vaults of the 1st-century Circus Maximus, where spectators gathered to watch chariot races. (Parc de l’Amphiteatre Roma, Tarragona)
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Go to the beach
With several dozen beautiful beaches of fine golden sand, there is never a shortage of places on the Costa Dorada to enjoy the sun and surf. Families will love Cambrils Beach, Llevant Beach in Salou and La Pineda Beach.
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Ice cream scream
When you feel like a sweet and sweet treat, head to one of the best ice cream parlors on the Costa Dorada. In Salou, go to Ferretti Gelato E Caffe for an incredibly creamy homemade ice cream (Carrer de Bilbao, 2, 43840 Salou). In Pineda, Heladeria Il Gelato offers the most dazzling variety of flavors under the Spanish sun (Passeig Maritim, La Pineda).
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Cool off in a water park
The Aquopolis water park in Pineda offers plenty of wet attractions, slides, play areas and play areas, as well as shows with dolphins and sea lions. (Passeig Pau Casals, 65 43481, La Pineda)
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Attend a magic show
Kids of all ages love the show at House of Illusion in Salou, which provides an evening of excellent entertainment with everything from card tricks to disappearing acts. (12 Calle Penendes, Edificio Pino Alto B, 43840, Salou)
