{"id":329,"date":"2023-06-07T11:20:07","date_gmt":"2023-06-07T10:20:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.rochabrava.com\/?p=329"},"modified":"2024-05-21T10:36:23","modified_gmt":"2024-05-21T09:36:23","slug":"things-to-do-in-the-algarve-for-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rochabrava.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-the-algarve-for-families\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in the Algarve for families"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>Wondering <\/b><b>what to do in the Algarve<\/b><b>? Check out this list of <\/b><b>family activities<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visitors flock to the Algarve year after year for a holiday for the books. Decided on your destination but wondering <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to do in the Algarve<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Check out our list of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best places in the Algarve for families<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, helping you plan a trip to remember.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From sailing on a pirate ship to getting your adrenaline pumping on land or at sea, the options of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">things to do in the Algarve for families <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are endless, but here are a few to whet your appetite.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Hit the water<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Algarve\u2019s beaches are famous worldwide, and while sunning yourselves on the sand is certainly relaxing, how about trying something a bit more active? Like hitting some water sports, from surfing to SUP and kayaking, or taking a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rochabrava.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-carvoeiro.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boat trip<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> along the Algarve\u2019s striking coast to explore hidden sea caves and towering cliffs? The Algarve\u2019s even home to the Santa Barbara pirate ship, which will take you on a journey of discovery in unique style.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the sea, the Algarve is home to two lagoons \u2013 one in Alvor and the Ria Formosa, stretching from Faro to the Spanish border. Each hosting a unique ecosystem packed with wildlife, both are picturesque locales perfect for a serene boat trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Get your adrenaline pumping<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On land, there are plenty more <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">family activities in the Algarve, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">including the Kart\u00f3dromo Internacional do\u00a0Algarve, one of Europe\u2019s biggest go-karting tracks, or how about the Algarve Jeep Safari, taking you speeding through the hills?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Make a splash at a water park\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boasting year-round balmy temperatures and sunshine every season, the Algarve\u2019s an excellent place for aquatic fun. In fact, the region is home to several <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochabrava.com\/water-parks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water parks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 hands down some of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best places in the Algarve for families<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here\u2019s the lowdown:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide &amp; Splash <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; home<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to \u201cDisco River,\u201d Portugal\u2019s only night club water ride \u2013 as well as rides big and small and displays of all kinds.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Krazy World, Lagoa \u2013 a zoo\/water park where you can enjoy lemurs, mini golf, and a swimming pool with slides.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zoomarine\u2019s hundreds of rides and even dolphin shows have visitors flocking by the droves.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aqualand Algarve, where you\u2019ll find a 5-story-high slide, surf beach, wave pool, and Rainbow Park for younger family members.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aquashow \u2013 boasting both an outdoor and indoor water park, slides of all kinds, spa experiences, and a high rope course.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Do something different\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond your water sports and parks, there are several other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">things to do in the Algarve for families <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">looking for something new and entirely different. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parque da Mina stately home is a great day out, providing an insight into 18th-century life in the Monchique hills, and certainly a day to remember for visitors big and small. Or how about a day at the Portim\u00e3o Teaching Farm, in touch with nature and the animals, and giving you a chance to get your hands dirty? Then there\u2019s the option of the Lagos Science Museum for a deep dive into Portugal\u2019s exploits during the age of discovery or a wholesome day at Lagos Zoo, where you can (almost!) swim with penguins.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Rocha Brava Village Resort: The Perfect Place from Which to Explore the Algarve\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning any family trip means keeping everyone happy, and where best to do that than in a resort <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochabrava.com\/complex\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that has it all<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? From food options to a full range of sports facilities and entertainment to the comfort of a fully furnished villa, the Rocha Brava Village Resort provides relaxation after a busy day and enough to keep you occupied if you want to hang around.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to explore the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best places in Algarve for families? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then book your stay now.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering what to do in the Algarve? Check out this list of family activities Visitors flock to the Algarve year after year for a holiday for the books. Decided on your destination but wondering what to do in the Algarve? 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