Water parks of Alicante

The province of Alicante is a great place to relax by the sea, where the sun shines brightly almost all year round, it is warm and beautiful, and there are many historical and cultural attractions and places to visit with the whole family. For example, there are water parks in Alicante that offer water rides, areas for outdoor activities, and entertainment for adults and children. In this article, we will discuss the main water parks in the area, how to get there, the attractions they offer, and other useful information.

What are the water parks near Alicante?

It is worth noting that there is no water park in Alicante, directly in the city. But there are two big ones nearby. They are located in Benidorm and Torrevieja, two popular resorts on the Costa Blanca (Spain). The first one is about 45 kilometers away, it’s about 35-50 minutes by car, the second one is 35 km south of the city of Alicante, if you go by car, it’s about 40 minutes away.

Aqualandia Water Park

Aqualandia is the largest and most famous water park in the province. It is located near the Mundomar animal park, which can be visited as part of a single excursion in Benidorm. It is the oldest water park in the area, having been built in 1985 on the grounds of the Sierra Elada natural park. Today, the water park covers an area of approximately 150,000 square meters. It offers a variety of activities for both adults and children. For younger visitors, there are two large shallow pools with slides, fountains, and water guns. Children are especially impressed by the statues of elephants, it seems that they have wandered into the pool to drink. The administration of the water park draws attention to the fact that even in children’s water areas, toddlers (up to 6 years old) must be supervised by adults. Those who are older can already enjoy swimming with their parents in the Niagara pool among the rocks or splash in the pool called Geyser, experience a massage shower in the Grand Jacuzzi area. To view the entire territory, you can

Another fun activity at Aqualandia that both adults and children love is the artificial wave pool. There are about 15-20 different water attractions in total, including extreme slides. For the little ones, this water park in Alicante offers to try the Mini-Zig-Zag or the Splash team slide. Adults and teenagers who are not afraid can experience the Verti‑Go, which is a near vertical free-fall slide.

There are several cafes on the premises, but they mostly sell fast food. There are also many kiosks selling drinks and ice cream. The park area offers space for self-organized picnics. The water park is open from May to September, with visiting hours from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., sometimes extended to 8 p.m. The approximate ticket price is up to 40 euros for adults, 30 euros for children, and children under 4 years old can enter for free. It is recommended to purchase tickets online in advance. Detailed information can be found on the website.

You can get there by car or public transport. By car, take the AP-7 highway and drive north towards Valencia. There is a parking lot near the water park. If you decide to take a taxi, keep in mind that it will cost around 70-90 euros. A more budget-friendly option is to take the ALSA bus to Benidorm. The journey takes a little over an hour. The cost is approximately 8-14 euros. At the bus station, you should change to a local bus line 1 or 11, it will take you to the water park. This will take another 10-15 minutes.

Aqualandia Water Park

Flamingo Aqua Park

Flamingo Aqua Park in Torrevieja is considered a budget-friendly water park for families. It is significantly smaller than Aqualandia, but it is very cozy and the prices are more than affordable. There are no long queues for the slides, and there are plenty of parking spaces near the park. By the way, parking is completely free. In addition to the traditional slides, there is a shallow and safe pool with many fountains and waterfalls. The play area for children is equipped with benches and sun loungers. Despite the fact that the main focus of this water park is on young visitors, adults will also find entertainment for themselves – there are several slides with a fairly steep descent and a deep pool. There is also a place to eat: a small cozy cafe is located on the territory, which is open from 12.30 to 16 hours. The food is quite good.

As for the prices, adult visitors need to pay about 16-18 euros for admission, children 14-15, babies go for free. The water park is open from 11.30 and until 18 hours.

The most convenient way to get here from Alicante is by car, you need to follow the road CV-905/N-332. Ideally, if you have a rented car, if you go by taxi, it will be more expensive – 120-150 euros. It is more economical to take a bus to Torrevieja, as there are regular bus services from Alicante. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The ticket price is 5-7 euros. In Torrevieja, you can transfer to the city bus (line B or G) and continue to the La Siesta stop.

If you’re tired of water activities, you can plan a trip to the Alikante Safari Park the next day, where you can meet wild animals in their natural habitat, or simply visit the beach in Alikante.

Flamingo Aqua Park

Tips from Alicante.rent for water park visitors

1.   It’s best to arrive before the opening time to avoid waiting in line for tickets and rides in the heat.
2.   It is more profitable to buy tickets online.
3.   Don’t forget to bring swimsuits, sunscreen, water, and a towel.
4.   If you’re traveling with children, keep a close eye on them.
5.   Take a snack with you.

Water parks near Alicante are a great way to spend a hot summer day, and they have something for everyone, from kids to adults. The key is to plan your trip correctly. We hope our tips will help you do just that.