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Montsant Natura - Climbing Planet

Climbing Planet offer a variety of outdoor activities for all the family such as archery, rockclimbing, guided tours to Siurana, 4x4 experiences, ecotourism nature itineraries and workshops, paintball, absailing, canyoning and hiking.
Calle Comte de Rius s/n Cornudella de Montsant 977821313 info@climbing-planet.com www.climbing-planet.com

Recommended by The Catalan Tourist Board

Port Aventura

Hugely popular theme park. You can go for a day, a weekend or an even longer break if you fancy as they have hotels on site. You can be flung around eight inverted loops on Dragon Khan (supposedly the largest roller-coaster in Europe) or get soaked on Tutuki Splash. There are also shows with bubbles, birds of paradise, Mexican and Chinese themes.
www.portaventura.es

Comments:
"The park also has areas designated for small children such as play areas, small rides, children´s swimming pools and the hotels offer special services for children such as menus, entertainment and monitor led activities. There are many baby changing facilities at the park and you are also able to rent prams." (RL)

Recommended by Rebecca Laidlaw

Aquopolis

A large waterpark in La Pineda near Tarragona with several swimming pools, water rides and slides for all the family. There is also a special area for small children. Prices: adults 22,50 euros. Children (4-10 years) 16,50 euros. Over 65s 16,50 euros
Passeig Pau Casals, 65 La Pineda (Vila-seca) 97737164041 aquopolis.pineda@grpr.com www.aquopolis.com

Recommended by Claire Downe

Tarragona - Roman Ruins

Tarragona has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its ancient Roman monuments and ruins. A tourist train offers a scenic ride through the Tarragona port and the High District. Visitors can pick it up at its only stop, at the top of Rambla Vella, where the ride begins and ends. Headsets are available offering detailed descriptions in 8 different languages of the many sites included on the route. Please contact 669765199 for an up to date timetable.

Comments:
It really is worth visiting these Roman ruins as they are by far the most well preserved Roman ruins in Spain. The amphitheatre, aqueduct and many other ruins remain impressively intact

Recommended by The Catalan Tourist Board

Aqua Leon

A great water park with an animal safari. Located in the Baix Penedes region, the park offers more than 60.000 m2 of water park as well as 600 animals of 50 different species which you will be able to see up-close from a double decker Safari
Finca les Basses s/n 43716 Albinyana - Tarragona. 977687656 www.aqualeon.es

Comments:
"Children love it here as there are such a variety of activities such as a nature school, mini zoo, swimming pools (including one wave swimming pool) and water toboggans" (CD)

Recommended by Claire Downe

Boat Rides and Nature Tours - Beniemocions

Beniemocions offers a variety of kayak and canoe routes over calm waters and under maximum safety conditions, surrounded by the most astounding scenery. You will be accompanied by instructors who are experts in sailing the river, and who will show you the most beautiful spots along the River Ebro and the local flora and fauna, as well as telling you about local history
Doctor Sastre, 10, 43512 Benifallet Baix Ebre, Tarragona 619334384

Comments:
Other activities include: potholing in the Benifallet caves, walking and hiking routes around the area, and cycling routes with professional instructors and guides. This is not recommended for children under the age of 5

Adventure with Nature

Prades Aventura offers the chance to discover the nature around you (following animal tracks, studying orchids, beetles etc) in the company of biologists, who will introduce you to the natural environment of the mountains of Prades and Montsant. You can also opt for multi-adventure activities such as paintballing, climbing, snowshoe walking through the Pyrenees guided by mountain and climbing instructors, potholing, canyoning, orienteering, quad biking and archery.
Sant Llorenç, 8, 43364 Prades, Baix Camp, 977868096  www.pradesaventura.com

Comments:
Prior booking is required and this is not recommended for toddlers or babies!

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Glass Bottomed Boats

Creuers Costa Daurada catamarans sail along the Costa Daurada and give you the chance to discover breathtaking landscapes, cliffs and hidden caves. You’ll also be able to admire the sea depth from aboard as they all have an underwater viewing point. Departing from Cambrils/ Salou all year round.
977363090 www.creuerscostadaurada.com/uk/info.php

Comments:
Children love these boats as they really enjoy the glass bottoms and seeing the sea life beneath. Open all year and you can even hire one of the boats for a private exursion / birthday party.

Recommended by The Catalan Tourist Board

Water Sports

Estació Nàutica Salou-Cambril offer a huge range of nautical activities such as sailing, water skiing, catamaran sailing, underwater diving, parasailing, ski busing, kayaking, windsurfing, jetskiing and boat rides at sea.
Passeig de les Palmeres, I 43850 Cambrils, Baix Camp, Tarragona 902361724 info@estacionautica.info www.estacionautica.info

Comments:
There is really a water based activity to please everybody at the Estacio Nautica. Plus, you can round off the day by following a route on a mountain bike or quad, by going on a trek. The activities are not suitable for very young children.

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Jungle Trek

Under the supervision of trained instructors, children can participate in fun and challenging obstacle courses in the woods. There are three different courses depending on the age group. One course for 4-6 year olds, one for 7-11 year olds and one for 12 years
C/Limonium - Cala Tamarit. 977658116 info@jungle-trek.com www.jungle-trek.com

Comments:
This really is a fun (and tiring) day out for kids - they just love climbing through the trees and swinging on the ropes. There is an outside bar for those who dont wish to participate!

Recommended by The Catalan Tourist Board

Horse Riding - Mas de Teret

Mas de Teret is primarily a riding school but still offers a variety of activities to please all the family. In addition to pony treks, there is a mini zoo, volley ball, archery, table tennis, swimming pool and a restaurant serving local specialities.
43764 El Catllar 629777444 info@masdeteret.com www.masdeteret.com

Comments:
This really is a family day out (especially for those with pony mad kids). For siblings who aren´t too keen on horses there are other activites to keep them occupied but the focus is really on riding. During the summer there are plenty of kids running around as they offer summer camp for local children from 5-16 in English.

Recommended by The Catalan Tourist Board