What to visit in tenerife with children make sure you have a fun filled trip
THERE IS A LOT TO VISIT IN TENERIFE WITH CHILDREN, FROM WATER PARKS TO NATURAL SWIMMING POOLS TO MUSEUMS. WE LIST THE BEST PLANS FOR YOU.
Water parks
In the south of the island of Tenerife you will find several water parks, one of them is considered the best in the world by Trip Advisor users. This is Siam Park, a park inspired by Thailand that has incredible slides, rapids and dizzying descents, wave pools, a paddling pool, a slow river and much more.
This park offers different levels of intensity and adrenaline, and has facilities for the youngest, teenagers and adults alike.
It’s a fun-assured plan.
Lago Martiánez
This swimming pool complex in Puerto de la Cruz was designed by the famous architect César Manrique, and offers many different swimming pools, but all of them are salt water. You will find pools for very young children, and others suitable for older children.
With its lounger and umbrella service, it is very comfortable and relaxing to spend the day here.
Charco del Viento
Natural pools
The volcanic character of the island, makes the coast of Tenerife is dotted with natural pools in which it is very comfortable to swim. You can go to one or the other depending on where you are staying, but it is a good plan for the youngest ones to bathe in peace and be able to snorkel.
We listed some of them for you:
Charco del Viento, La Guancha.
Charco de La Laja, San Juan de la Rambla.
La Jaquita, Alcalá, Guía de Isora.
Remember to check the state of the sea, and avoid red flag baths.
Family beaches
Spend a day with your family on the beaches with the least amount of waves on the island, so the little ones can enjoy the calm waters without excessive currents.
Playa de Las Teresitas
Las Teresitas
This beach is in the municipality of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and is of golden sand with palm trees that provide an exotic air. The waters are calm and transparent, because of the large jetty installed to reduce the waves.
In addition, at the beachfront you will find many services such as restaurants, toilets, showers, sunbeds and umbrellas, and access adapted for people with reduced mobility.
The Views
Las Vistas Beach is located in Arona, and has a gentle swell, clear sand and is surrounded by services and amenities. Restaurants, shops, water sports, etc.
You’ll recognize it by its artificial island and its great fountain.
Playa del Duque (Duke’s Beach)
This small beach is quiet and clean water. It is surrounded by services and is ideal to enjoy it with small children.
Loro Parque
More than a zoo, Loro Parque could be included in theme parks, because of its careful decoration, its recreation of natural spaces adapted to the species found inside. You can enjoy lions, dolphins, killer whales, sea lions, penguins, sharks, gorillas, parrots, anteaters, meerkats and much more.
Inside the park you will find all the services and amenities needed to spend the day, such as restaurants and shops.
The opening hours are from 8:30 to 18:45, if you want to see all the shows, you’d better get there early because there’s a lot to see.
Trails
Tenerife is an island full of trails, some of which cross ravines, others run through forests with a magical air. But, to travel with the family and with almost no difficulty, we propose that you visit the Trails of the Senses that start from the Cruz del Carmen in the Rural Park of Anaga, circular routes with little unevenness make these trails a great way to know a forest of Laurisilva.
Parque Nacional del Teide
Teide National Park
Riding the Teide is a great experience for the little ones too. We recommend that you make the climb more enjoyable by stopping off at the El Portillo Visitors’ Centre, where you can receive more information about the park and enjoy an explanatory audiovisual presentation.
Teide is considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, because of its geomorphological characteristics and its biological richness. The views of a volcanic landscape are surprising for all ages.
Forestal Park is located in Las Lagunetas, in La Esperanza, and is an adventure and zip line theme park. It’s a very fun experience, in which you travel through a forest from the treetops, you will face zip lines, games, hanging bridges, nets and much more.
The minimum age to participate is 5 years old.
Cueva del Viento (Cave of the Wind)
If your children are over 5 years old, they can discover the secrets of one of the largest volcanic tubes in the world, second only to those found in Hawaii. The Cueva del Viento is in the municipality of Icod de Los Vinos, and the visit to the cave is done with a guide who explains the characteristics of this tube and accompanies you throughout the tour.
Near this magical enclave, you can also visit the Drago Milenario and the Mariposario.
Municipal playgrounds
We also propose a list of Children’s Parks where you can enjoy swings, slides and other attractions open to the public.
El Montillo Natural Park, La Matanza
This park is open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and the play areas are made of sand. You will find slides, zip lines, walking areas, etc.
El Laurel Park, Puerto de la Cruz
Near the Botanical Garden, in the La Paz area of Puerto de la Cruz, there is an inclusive park with slides with different difficulties, small climbing walls, zip line and much more. In the surroundings you will find cafeterias and restaurants.
Trampoline Parks
In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, in the area of Añaza, you will find a park with trampolines, slides and balls that is very fun and has a very curious interior design. It is called Jumpo, Trampoline Park and it’s an absolute must, especially among children between the ages of 5 and 11.
There is a lot to visit in Tenerife with children, so to move around the island comfortably, and keep the pace that children need, we recommend renting a car and enjoy the freedom of moving without schedules or waiting.