Madrid is a great place to spend time with kids. There is a wide range of leisure activities for children to enjoy their holidays in the city as much or more than their elders. Water and amusement parks, cultural, science and nature activities, indoor sky slopes…In this list we present you some of the best experiences to enjoy with the little ones of the family.

Europe Park

A half hour drive from the center of Madrid, lies this spectacular park with large reproductions of some of the most famous monuments in Europe, such as London's Tower Bridge, the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, or the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Leisure activities in it are almost endless: laser maze, horseback riding, zip lines, trampolines, piers, archery, cycling, adventure sports, fun on the farm, karts ... impossible to do everything in one day!

• Web: http://www.parqueeuropa.es/index.php

Warner Amusement Park

You’ll love this amusement park located just 30 km away from the center of Madrid. It has the second highest free-fall tower in the world and 35 attractions divided into five thematic areas set in scenes of films and cartoons produced by Warner Brothers, DC Comics, as well as in parts of the United States, like the beaches of California, Los Angeles (including Hollywood studios and the neighborhood of Beverly Hills) or New York. Also holds since 2006 the prize for the Safer Theme Park in Spain, so you have no excuses now to not go and enjoy it to the fullest!.

• Web: http://parquewarner.com/en

Madrid Snowzone

Who says you can’t ski in Madrid? In addition to the great Navacerrada and Valdesqui stations at the north of the capital, there is also the possibility of skiing throughout the year at Snowzone, an indoor artificial slope, suitable for beginners, and for the younger members of the family, with more than 18.000m2 surface. Take advantage of its special discounts and all levels courses to prepare yourself  for the great mountain experience.

• Web: http://www.madridsnowzone.com/#

Madrid Amusement Park

In the heart of the city, occupying part of one of its most extensive green areas, is the oldest amusement park of Madrid, which dates back to 1969. Of course, there is nothing to worry as all the attractions have been replaced several times since then, so today it’s possible to be catapulted to the center of Madrid's skies for the most innovative and secure technology.

• Web: http://parquedeatracciones.es/en

Aquopolis Water Park

Are your kids crazy about water parks? Well, if you come to Madrid during the summer months, you can’t miss Aquópolis, at a just 20 minutes' drive from the city. With attractions with names such as Speed Race, Anaconda, Kamikaze, Waves Beach or Blue Lagoon, sure you'll have enough ingredients for a day of unforgettable adventures.

• Web: http://san-fernando.aquopolis.es/?lang=en

Planetarium

The main objective of the Planetarium of Madrid is the popularization of astronomy. For that, It counts with several rooms dedicated to different purposes, such as the spherical main hall that uses different techniques intertwined like slides, multimedia, music that transports us to the cosmos, the star projector, etc. In addition, there are temporary exhibition halls on astronomy, such as knowing subjects galaxies, comets, etc. There are also screening rooms where you can stroll through the infinite cosmos. The Planetarium also offers free outdoor days with group sessions on astronomy.

• Web: http://www.planetmad.es/

From pine to pine

An adventure park in the trees! From Pine to Pine is an excellent option to have fun while exercising in the midst of nature. The park offers all kinds of activities and tours for all ages and levels: zip lines, bridges, nets… great adventures just above the ground and safely. The circuits are adapted for younger with surprises as the Tube Slide, the Surfboard, the Donjon…

• Web: http://www.depinoapino.com/dePinoaPinoNavacerrada.html

Forestal park

This park is organized into different skill sets in height, these games meet in four circuits of increasing difficulty (from “Basic”, to “Extreme”). These circuits installed in the trees consist of several modules, allowing alternate routes in height with descends to the ground with zip lines, relaxing and eliminating stress, while having fun. The result is a satisfying and motivating experience.

• Web: http://www.forestalpark.com/madrid/unparqueunico.php

Cultural activities in english for children

In Madrid there are a number of companies and associations that offer cultural activities such as workshops, theater, storytelling, concerts and all kinds of shows for the young English-speaking. Check our calendar of events updated every week to know programming in the days of your visit.