Lloret de Mar for families: 10 activities with kids 2026

Lloret de Mar carries a party-tourism reputation, but the reality is that it’s one of the best-equipped Costa Brava destinations for families with children: wide beaches with lifeguards, a big water park, accessible walks, a manageable museum, quiet gardens. This guide covers 10 real plans by age and type.

For things to do when the weather isn’t on your side, follow on to the guide to what to do in Lloret when it rains.

The 10 recommended plans

Beaches and sea (4)

1. Platja de Fenals — the most family-friendly. Fine sand, shallow water, full services, lifeguard. Sun loungers and parasols for hire. Flat access without steps.

2. Sa Caleta + Castell d’en Plaja photo — a small beach with a picturesque castle above. A good short plan for kids with short attention.

3. Pedalos on Platja de Lloret — pedalo hire by the hour. Children 6+ with a parent. Reliable fun.

4. Large skippered boat trip with snorkelling — from Lloret harbour or Blanes there are guided trips with snorkelling kit, a cove stop, on-board commentary. Suitable from babies (with shade and a life jacket).

Parks and attractions (2)

5. Water World — large water park with slides for every age, baby zones, wave pools. Full day. Full detail in the Water World Lloret guide.

6. Gnomo Park — themed children’s park nearby (not in Lloret itself but 10 min by car, towards Tossa). Gentle rides for 3–10 year olds.

Culture and nature (2)

7. Santa Clotilde Gardens — a walk through modernist gardens with sculptures (the mermaids stick in kids’ memory). Moderate gradient. 1–1.5 hours. Suitable from 5–6 onwards.

8. Museu del Mar — small, manageable, with a section on ships and emigration to Cuba that engages kids from 8 onwards. 45–60 min.

Walks and movement (2)

9. Short Camí de Ronda stretch Fenals–Lloret — a 25–30 min walk between two beaches with sea views. Moderate gradient. Suitable from 6 onwards walking.

10. Town tourist train — short loop around the town’s points of interest. No effort, fun for small children. Runs in peak season.

Table by recommended age

Plan	0–3	4–7	8–12	13+
Fenals	✓	✓	✓	✓
Sa Caleta + photo	✓	✓	✓	✓
Pedalos	—	with parent	✓	✓
Boat trip	with shade	✓	✓	✓
Water World	—	partly ✓	✓	✓
Gnomo Park	✓	✓	partly ✓	—
Santa Clotilde	—	tiring	✓	✓
Museu del Mar	—	—	✓	✓
Camí de Ronda	in sling	tiring	✓	✓
Tourist train	✓	✓	—	—

Family-friendly restaurants

Good for families in Lloret:

• Fenals beach bars (simple menu, outdoor tables)
• La Tapeta (long menu covering all tastes, indoor terrace, flexible hours)
• Restaurant Sa Caleta (castle view, relaxed atmosphere)
• Indian Tandoori (generous shareable portions)

Full detail in the guide on where to eat in Lloret.

Practical tips for families

1. 50+ sunscreen is non-negotiable. Mediterranean sun in August is fierce. Reapply every 2 hours.

2. Your own beach parasol saves money. Renting daily runs 18–25 €. Buying a good one runs 25–35 €.

3. Anti-heat hours: morning 9:00–12:00 and afternoon 17:00–20:00. Between 13:00 and 17:00, better a siesta or an indoor plan.

4. Parking is tough in August. If you’re staying central, leave the car parked and move on foot + taxi for distances.

5. Tourist bus for days without plans: loop around the points of interest — kids enjoy it, low cost.

6. Pushchair / e-scooter hire available at several central shops if you’ve flown in without one.

Frequently asked questions

At what age is it good to start visiting Lloret? From babies. Family hotels, nearby hospital, everything you need.

Are there children’s menus at restaurants? Most yes: pasta, croquettes, small burger.

Are pushchairs welcome on transport? Yes. Most of the town is pushchair-accessible.

Is there a big children’s playground in central Lloret? Yes, several small ones along the seafront and in the squares. Nothing themed like Disney.

What’s the best season with small children? June and September. Water at 22–24 °C, fewer crowds than August, mild temperature.

In short

Lloret covers virtually every need a family with children has: safe beaches, big water park, manageable cultural plan, accessible walks, easy transport. For a first family trip, base in a hotel near Fenals + alternating beach/Water World/Sa Caleta is the formula that works best.

For rainy days, follow on to the guide on what to do in Lloret when it rains. For full water park detail, the complete Water World guide.