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Things to Do in Tenerife with Kids (2026)

The family days out that actually matter in Tenerife — 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: October 2026

1 🌊 Siam ParkWater park

Aerial view of a water park with slides, pool, greenery, and people enjoying various recreational activities.
People in a yellow raft slide down a winding water slide surrounded by lush tropical greenery and trees.
Two people riding a yellow raft slide inside a large funnel with a dragon sculpture wrapping around it. Trees surround the area.

Siam Park is a water park in Costa Adeje with a Thai theme, located in Tenerife's Canary Islands near where you're staying. The park is operated by Loro Parque and was officially opened by the Princess of Thailand.

🎟 Book from £37.29★ 4.5 (3,702 reviews)Stay nearby: HD Parque Cristóbal Tenerife (1.3 km) · Spring Hotel Bitácora (1.6 km)

2 🌊 Aqualand Costa AdejeWater park

Outdoor water park with large blue and white tube slides, surrounded by palm trees and a stone structure, under a clear blue sky.
Two people excitedly riding a red inflatable raft down a water slide, splashing water around them.
A family enjoying splashing in a shallow pool with a castle-like structure and palm trees in the background.

Aqualand Costa Adeje is a water park in Tenerife where families can enjoy various water slides and pools suitable for different ages and swimming abilities. The park offers a day of water-based entertainment with attractions designed to keep both children and adults entertained throughout the visit.

🎟 Book from £31.36★ 4.3 (219 reviews)Stay nearby: GF Victoria (1.7 km) · H10 Costa Adeje Palace (2.8 km)

3 🦁 Loro ParqueZoo

A family of three enjoys an aquarium tunnel, with sharks swimming overhead and vibrant marine life surrounding them.
Audience clapping in an indoor theater with a ceiling designed to look like a jungle canopy, complete with birds and blue sky.
An orca show at Loro Parque under a large tent, with orcas performing tricks in a pool and spectators watching.

Loro Parque is a massive 135,000 m2 zoo near Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife that started as a parrot sanctuary and has grown into one of the Canary Islands' biggest family attractions. It houses an extensive collection of animals and plants across diverse habitats, and has welcomed over 40 million visitors over the years.

🎟 Book from £37.29★ 4.7 (5,632 reviews)

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Sueño Azul
Water park
🎟 Tickets
Stay nearby: Roca Nivaria Gran Hotel (1.7 km) · Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife (1.8 km)
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Wave Palace
Water park
🎟 Tickets
Stay nearby: Gran Oasis Resort (1.4 km)
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Sawasdee
Water park
🎟 Tickets
Stay nearby: Iberostar Bouganville Playa (0.6 km)
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Shark aquarium
Aquarium
🎟 Tickets
Stay nearby: Iberostar Bouganville Playa (0.7 km)

Activities in Tenerife

The bookable experiences families rate here — beyond the parks.

Where to stay in Tenerife

Our three highest family-fit scores in Tenerife — see the full ranked guide for all 10.

  1. 1
    GF Victoria★ 9.1

    GF Victoria

    Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain
    Toddlers9.0Kids9.4Teens9.5

    Best for young kids and families with a mix of ages. Wave/surf pool, water slides, padel courts, tennis, squash, games room with F1 simulator, and evening entertainment provide solid action and engagement; sports facilities are respectable.

    ✓ We've stayed here This is the hotel that taught me what actually matters travelling with a baby.

    Water playgroundOpen slidesKids' poolHeated poolSwimming pool
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    Landmar Costa Los Gigantes★ 8.6

    Landmar Costa Los Gigantes

    Puerto de Santiago, Spain
    Toddlers8.7Kids8.9Teens8.8

    Best for young kids and families with children aged 4–11. Excellent provision: dedicated kids' club with trained staff (praised in reviews), water park with splash fountain and slide, playground, soft play, indoor play area, and daytime entertainment keep children well engaged.

    Baby poolWater playgroundOpen slidesKids' poolSplash fountains
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  3. 3
    Gran Oasis Resort★ 8.4

    Gran Oasis Resort

    Playa de las Américas, Spain
    Toddlers8.7Kids8.9Teens8.7

    Best for young kids and families with children aged 4–11. Multiple heated pools, a water slide, water playground, kids' club with creative workshops, soft play, and beach/Siam Park access via free shuttle make this strong for 4–11s.

    Open slidesWater playgroundHeated poolSwimming pool
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Tenerife with kids: FAQs

What's the best water park in Tenerife?

Siam Park is the standout water park for families in Tenerife — it's the closest big splash day out to HD Parque Cristóbal Tenerife (1.3 km).

Where should families stay in Tenerife?

Our highest family-fit scores in Tenerife go to GF Victoria, Landmar Costa Los Gigantes, Gran Oasis Resort — each scored out of 10 for toddlers, kids and teens in our Tenerife guide.

Do I need to book Tenerife attractions ahead?

In school holidays, yes — the big water parks and theme parks in Tenerife sell timed tickets that can sell out on peak days, and booking online is usually cheaper than the gate.