Traveling with children is sometimes demanding so the choice of vacation destination must be well thought out in terms of attractions for the youngest travelers. The Algarve, located in southern Portugal, is a good destination for family vacations. In addition to numerous beaches, it also has a long list of other attractions that will appeal to the little ones. The Algarve with children is definitely a good choice. Explore our list of the top 10 attractions for kids in the Algarve.
Zoomarine – a delightful marine park in Guia
Zoomarine is a marine amusement park located in Guia, near Albufeira. It is a sensational idea for spending a day with the family. The park features numerous slides, pools, an aquarium, a sandy beach and an area for the little ones. Seal and dolphin shows are held during the day. An additional attraction is the opportunity to swim with the dolphins. Zoomarine also has a butterfly garden, a pirate bay and a dinosaur park. There are 4 restaurants and souvenir stores on the Zoomarine grounds. It is definitely a great place for children as well as adults.
Address: N125 KM 65, 8201-864 Guia
Online reservations for Zoomarine you can make on the popular Getyourguide platform here >>.
The price of tickets for a day’s entrance to Zoomarine (swimming with dolphins is charged extra):
Adults (11-64 years): 35 €
Children p( >= 1 meter – 10 years): 25 €
Seniors (>= 65 years): 25 €
Children up to 100 cm tall: 0 €
Swimming with dolphins ( 60 min for children from 6 years old): from €107
Water parks in the Algarve
- Aquashow Algarve in Quarteira (check here >>)
- Aqualand Algarve near Alcantarilha (check here >>)
- Slide Splash in the Lagoa area (check here >>)
Sandcity – a sand city in Lagoa
Sandcity is the largest town of sculptures created from sand in the world located in Lagoa, Algarve. At Sandcity you will find more than 120 different sand constructions created by local and international artists. At Sandcity you will find sand figures from history, movies, the world of art and fairy tales, among others. It is sure to be an interesting and surprising visit showing how many things can be conjured from sand.
Address: EN 125, Nº252A, Sítio dos, 8400-395 Lagoa
Sandcity ticket price:
Adults (13-64 years): 11,90 €
Children p( 6 – 12 years): 5,90 €
Seniors (>= 65 years): 9,50 €
Online reservations here >>.
Krazyworld – an interactive zoo in Algoz
Krazyworld is an interactive zoo and amusement park in one located in Algoz, north of Albufeira. Within the park you’ll find a variety of exotic animals, a dinosaur wonderland and a miniature golf course. Krazyworld has a farm with goats, llamas and deer that you can feed. At Krazyworld you can also ride a pony, enjoy a rope park or play paintball. There is a restaurant with snacks and pizza on the Krazyworld grounds. Krazyworld is definitely a great option for a day of fun with animals.
Address: Lagoa de Viseu – Estrada Algoz, 8365-907 Algoz
Krazyworld ticket price:
Adults (11-64 years): 16,95 €
Children p( 4 – 10 years old): 9,95 €
Seniors (>= 65 years): 9 ,95 €
Book online here >>.
Lagos Zoo
A very cool zoo located near Lagos is another option for children’s attractions in the Algarve. At the zoo you will find more than 150 species of animals from 5 continents, a children’s playground and a picnic area for those who want to bring their own provisions. There is a restaurant in the park.
Address: Medronhal, Quinta Figueiras, 8600-013 Lagos
Lagos Zoo ticket price:
Adults (12-64 years): 16,00 €
Children p( 4 – 11 years): 12 €
Seniors (>= 65 years): 14 €
Book online here >>.
Beaches in the Algarve
The Algarve is definitely a paradise for all fans, big and small, of beachcombing, playing in the sand or swimming in the sea. The Algarve has won the title of “Europe’s Leading Beach Destination”given by the World Travel Awards for the most beautiful beaches in Europe. There are more than 100 sandy, beautiful beaches to choose from. Some of them, such as Praia da Rocha in Portimão, have playgrounds right on the beach. The only downside is the lack of shaded areas so definitely take head coverings as well as plenty of high sunscreen.
Boat or kayak tours in the Algarve
The Algarve offers a great deal of activities in the form of organized tours. The Algarve’s coastline is beautiful and varied in form with rocky arches, caves, isthmuses or cliffs that can be explored by boat or taken on a canoe trip. One of the Algarve’s biggest attractions is Benagil Cave, accessible only from ocean level, located a short distance from Carvoeiro. Almost every major town in the Algarve organizes a trip to Benagil by boat or catamaran, visiting other natural wonders of the Algarve along the way. Another attraction is the Ponta de Piedade in Lagos. You can also go there by boat or kayak. Both forms of sightseeing are as good as possible for children.
Surfing, SUP or cliff jumping
The Algarve is a paradise for surfers and SUP fans. Many schools offer surfing and SUP lessons for both adults and children. The Algarve is definitely a great place to start your surfboard adventure. The high concentration of schools is in Sagres, which is famous for having the biggest waves in the south of Portugal.
For older children who like a more extreme experience, there is an opportunity to try cliff jumping. The jumps are safe, performed under the guidance of an experienced instructor. It can be an interesting experience full of adrenaline.
Centro de Ciencia Viva – science museum in Lagos
The Centro de Ciencia Viva or science and education center is another great attraction for kids in the Algarve and a good alternative to the beach and a respite from the heat. The museum is located in 3 Algarve cities -. Tavira , Faro and Lagos. The center features interactive exhibits on life and operations on the ship.
Address: R. Dr. Faria e Silva 34, 8600-734 Lagos (opposite the marina)
The price of tickets to the Centro de Ciencia Viva in Lagos:
Adults (17+ years): 5 €
Children p( 6 – 17 years): 2,5 €
Family ticket for 2 adults with children under 17: 12,5 €
children under 6 for free
For more information about the Lagos museum, visit here >>.
Sightseeing in the cities of the Algarve
The Algarve is home to quite a few small and larger towns that delight with colorful streets and flowers. Most of them have public playgrounds. Sometimes there is also a snack bar next to the playground, where you can have a coffee or a snack. Strolling through city streets can also be an interesting attraction for children.
Hopefully you have found the best attractions for your children in the Algarve. By clicking on the widget below you can buy tickets online. Have a great stay!
