The family days out that actually matter in Egypt (Red Sea) — water parks, theme parks, zoos and aquariums near the stays we rate, with tickets and the closest family hotels for each, scored for toddlers, kids and teens.
Last updated: August 2026
The Hurghada Grand Aquarium is located in the Magawish area of Hurghada and opened in January 2015, so it's a relatively new attraction to check out with the kids. It has nearly 3,500 cubic metres of tank space, giving you plenty to explore during your visit.
Our three highest family-fit scores in Egypt (Red Sea) — see the full ranked guide for all 9.
★ 9.1Best for young kids and teens. Nine giant adult water slides, wave pools via Aqua Blu access, sports facilities (tennis, diving, snorkelling), evening entertainment, and live music offer strong appeal; the only gap is a lack of teen-specific clubs or late-night activities.
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★ 9.4Best for young kids and teens. 9 giant adult water slides, wave/water-park features, beach sports (snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing), tennis, mini-golf, evening entertainment, and nightlife keep teens engaged.
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★ 8.8Best for young kids and teens. Strong appeal with 4 adult water slides (including potential speed/tube options), wave pool, water park access, sports facilities, beach, arcade, and evening entertainment options keep teens engaged.
Check availability →دزرت روز أكوا بارك is the standout water park for families in Egypt (Red Sea) — it's the closest big splash day out to Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort Sharm El Sheikh (0.8 km).
Our highest family-fit scores in Egypt (Red Sea) go to Pickalbatros Aqua Park Resort Hurghada, Albatros Aqua Park Hurghada, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort Sharm El Sheikh — each scored out of 10 for toddlers, kids and teens in our Egypt (Red Sea) guide.
In school holidays, yes — the big water parks and theme parks in Egypt (Red Sea) sell timed tickets that can sell out on peak days, and booking online is usually cheaper than the gate.