Everyone has heard of Disneyland or Legoland many times, but in recent times the amusement park Port Aventura in Spain has eclipsed all of its relatives. Do not search the Internet for "Porto Ventura Park" (although even here smart search engines will send you to the desired site) - the full name of the amusement park: Port Aventura Mir.
The official website states that it is one of the best parks in the world recently. Opened in 1995, since then there are a lot of tourists every year, they all crowd in the vast territory of the park of 2000 hectares. In addition to entertainment, there is a European resort, which is famous throughout Spain.
The management is doing everything to make this place the best in the world. For example, every year there is a renewal of entertainment. On this moment the complex includes an amusement park, a water park, hotels, a golf course and other themed areas. There are many figures from Universal Studio cartoons and films, since the company owns part of the complex, at one time the name was even changed to Universal PortAventura.
The development of PortAventura reached the point that the Cirque du Soleil performed here several times with an amazing program. And three years ago, an important event happened, thanks to which the park became even more popular - the opening of the highest slide on the planet took place! All this attracts a huge number of tourists here, who, when planning a trip, have a lot of questions - how to get to Salou, how much are tickets, is the amusement park open in January?
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Description of attractions in PortAventura Park
In Barcelona, \u200b\u200baccording to the idea of \u200b\u200bthe architects, the park is divided into several zones. Walking along them, you find yourself in some part of the world.
So, here you can find:
- The Mediterranean;
- Imperial China;
- Aztec Mexico;
- Exotic Polynesia;
- Wild West;
- Sesame Aventura is for little visitors.
Note: in PortAventura Park, excellent attractions from the neighboring zone are located everywhere, the theme and style are strictly observed. Any tourist here personally finds his favorite attraction and zone.
Mediterranean
This is the very first place visitors go when they enter.
Performances are often held here, the most popular:
Among the attractions here are popular:
Wild West
For many, this is one of the most atmospheric zones. There are canyons, cowboys and themed houses.
Popular views here:
The rides are very diverse, but all are very interesting:
What is the West without bulls? Attractions imitating bulls and wild mustangs are also popular here.
Its useful to note: all the decorations in PortAventura Park are so expressive and convincing that it seems as if all this is a real journey through the worlds.
Mexico
This part is famous for its restaurants, because Mexican cuisine cannot be ignored. You can find the usual fast food outlets, and you can taste the real exotic at restaurants such as La Cantina and La Hacienda El Charro.
The most famous attraction for 2018 in this area is the Hurakan Condor, which is a tower 115 meters high, from which the cabins are abruptly released. The result is a free fall. Height restrictions from 1.40 to 1.90 meters. 
Everyone also likes the slides in the Mexico zone, popular - El Diablo-Tren de la Mina, they do not have sharp turns, so they are suitable for everyone. 
On various holidays, parades and festivals are also held here, for example, around Christmas. And there are also special performances - Mayan rituals, a magic forest.
Imperial China
The attractions in this eastern part have been repeatedly recognized as some of the best in the world.
All the most famous slides are worth a ride:
Polynesia
The most exotic part of the park. Collected here beautiful landscapes, decorations and plants.
The most popular attractions are:
Polynesia is famous for its colorful performances and parades. The special ones are the Aloha Tahiti event, the Birds of Paradise, The Jungle of Fear and Christmas in Bora Bora.
Port Aventura - opening hours
It is better to come here in the warm season, although it is also warm in Spain in winter, but the park is closed. In summer and spring, it is open from 10 am to 8 pm This schedule is valid until November 5, although this date changes every year.
PortAventura is also open at Christmas, but after the holidays it is closed again until the beginning of April.
Take note: it is always better to check the timetable on the official website as it changes frequently. For example, in November and December, PortAventura Park can still work on weekends.
You should arrive in advance for the opening, as tourists gather in PortAventura Park.
Sometimes Park Aventura changes its opening hours - it opens earlier or later.
The water park, which is also located here, is open from May to September. And the Ferrari Land zone is open from April to November, but until 17-18 hours.
PortAventura ticket prices
It is better to buy tickets online - this way you will save money and can spend them, for example, going to a cafe. Entry tickets can be purchased for both 1 day and 2.
Do you know that: the cost of a ticket to PortAventura Park for an adult guest, valid for 24 hours, is 47 €, for a minor a little cheaper - 40 €.
A ticket for two days at the box office can cost 75 €, and on the website - 56 €. Tickets to the water park are purchased separately for 29 € for adults and 25 € for children, and in Ferrari Land for 60 € and 52 €, respectively.
There are also combined tickets, which include a train ticket + entrance to the park or park + water park for several days. You need to check this cost on the website or at the box office. Approximately a ticket for the park and the water park together will cost 80 euros. You can buy a ticket for a maximum of seven days for 115 euros. Through it, the entrance will be open to two parks at once during the whole week.
PortAventura also has such a secret for those who do not like queues - you can buy an express ticket for 27 euros, it will give you the opportunity to skip the queue several times.
Port Aventura - official site
All detailed official information should be studied on the website of the PortAventura entertainment complex. It is in Russian with a convenient menu - https://www.portaventuraworld.com/ru.
Here you can see the poster and the schedule of the Aventura Park at any time, find out the cost of admission, read about the rides and even watch the videos that were filmed during the ride on the slides or other attractions.
The site also has detailed map territory with all restaurants and shops. You can also buy a ticket here and see what parades and festivals are planned.
How to get there
You can get to the park from Barcelona directly from the airport by bus that will take you there, but this method is good if PortAventura is the only purpose of your trip.
And so from the center of Barcelona you can get:
PortAventura amusement park is located 100 km from Barcelona in Spain. If you have funds, then order a taxi or rent a car.
Its useful to noteTaxi is the most expensive way to get from Barcelona in Spain to PortAventura Park.
The park itself also has private transfer, which can be ordered on the website, the cost of such a trip is 350 euros.
PortAventura amusement park in Spain - photo
In terms of beauty and decoration, the park is in no way inferior to other entertainment complexes. You can look at the different zones in the photos, and photos with attractions will give you an idea of \u200b\u200bwhether you want to ride them. Some people start to be afraid of high slides already when viewing pictures.
Spain is an alluring country, everyone comes here to enjoy the cultural attractions, but someone has a completely different goal - to spend a day or two on amazing rides that can surprise anyone.
If Disneyland and other parks are more suitable for children, then adults deliberately come to Port Aventura to ride the largest slide in Europe, watch local parades and festivals, and walk through various zones in the park. After all, only here you can visit both China and Polynesia in just one day. In the meantime, there is time to study the official website in Russian in order to draw up an entertainment plan before traveling to Spain.
"Dragon Khan" (the largest roller coaster in Europe)
"Furyus Beiko" (one of the ten fastest roller coasters in the world)
"Tutuki" - water attraction, whose visitors fall into the mouth of the volcano
- A huge lake of 3 hectares
- 4 hotels
- Golf course
- Aquapark
- Beaches
- 6 stunning themed zones: Mediterranean, Wild West, Mexico, China, Polynesia and Sesame Children's Land
- 90 incendiary colorful shows every day (including incredible fireworks)
- Delightful restaurants (for every income)
- Lots of cafes, ice cream, cotton candy and smiles
In the amusement park, age is wearing off, children and adults scream together on high-speed slides, swing on merry-go-rounds, eat ice cream, win teddy bears.
Be sure to buy at least 1 photo taken in the most extreme
moment on the slide. It will remind you of the experiences you have experienced.
A vacation with children in Barcelona will not be complete without a visit to this park, there is a lot of interesting things here even for the little ones.
Attractions in Barcelona operate practically all year round thanks to the mild and warm climate.
Language barriers here disappear as if by magic, it is pleasant to watch how children of different nationalities listen to fairy tales and watch a puppet show with bated breath.
The most convenient way to get to the park is by the RENFE train from railway station barcelona Sants (Metro station - Sants Estació, Blue branch). The ticket must be bought to Tartosa station. tell the cashier that you need to get to PortAventura in order not to make a mistake with your ticket. Trains run approximately every hour; tickets can be booked in advance or bought on site.
Book a ticket on the website railroad Spain www.renfe.com.
Thematic zones
The park allows you to visit different continents in one day! Each zone presents the architecture, culture, vegetation of the region. Even a cafe in every zone with national cuisine countries, which allows you to taste different delicacies in one day.
Shows with a national flavor are shown in each zone during the day.
And in souvenir shops you can buy national souvenirs of the countries you have wandered into.
Souvenir prices are not high: about 5-10 €.
Prices and opening hours
Schedule:
Take a close look at the park's opening hours here:
Working days are marked in yellow, not working days in gray.
As a rule, the park is open from 10:00 to 19:00, check in advance. Opening hours can be found by clicking on "Ver calendario \u003e\u003e" under the desired month.
Get ready what's in tourist seasonespecially on weekends in the park
there are a lot of people and you will have to queue up for the rides.
Children under 3 years old - free
To skip the line to the rides, you will need to additionally buy an Express ticket, which must be shown at the entrance of each attraction.
Express ticket price - 23 € (one pass for each attraction), 40 € (unlimited number of approaches).
Without an Express ticket, you will spend at least 1 hour waiting in line.
When buying tickets through the website, the price will be approximately 20% cheaper.
Southwest of Barcelona, \u200b\u200bnext to the picturesque town of Salou, located large park entertainment Port Aventura... It opened in 1995, and since then, the park has rapidly grown in popularity - over 3 million people come here every year, making it the first in Spain and the sixth most visited in Europe.
For the convenience of tourists and tourists, a convenient transport scheme has been developed, so getting to the park from Barcelona is relatively easy. Also, there are several modern hotels nearby.
Port Aventura is divided into several thematic zones, each of which has its own unique decorations, souvenir shops, restaurants and, of course, attractions for every taste.
Mediterranean
The Mediterranean sector is at the entrance to the park and depicts a typical Catalan coastal village. There are several attractions, cafes, restaurants and souvenir shops. If local residents such views are not surprising, then for tourists, of course, and the Catalan village is of great interest.
China
The largest area of \u200b\u200bthe park is a stylized Chinatown, an oriental fairy tale, with its small Great Chinese Wall... One of the main and "coolest" attractions of the park - slides works here Shambhala, opened in 2012. The attraction breaks three European records at once:
- Most high slides in Europe (76 meters)
- Roller coaster with the longest fall (78 meters)
- The fastest European hypercoaster, it will reach 134 km / h on the first descent
Mountains Dragon Han (Dragon Khan) also found here. The 8 dragon rings are simply breathtaking.
New family attraction Angkor, opened in 2014, is a tranquil boat ride equipped with a water gun. Only at the last stage of the trip will you have the opportunity to shoot at the neighboring boats, as they will come closer to each other.
Mexico
In the Mexican zone of PortAventura, the spirit of pre-Columbian America is recreated with its temples, Indians and many secrets under the cover of the jungle.
The main attraction of Mexico in PortAventura is the attraction Hurakan Condor... A free fall from a height of 100 meters will not be tough for everyone.
Mexico is also home to a huge Mayan theater, which hosts colorful theatrical performances.
Wild West
PortAventura Park also has its own Wild West, with cowboys, Indians and the Grand Canyon, along which you can even swim by boat, as well as ride on the only train in the world moving on wooden rails. Landscapes, architecture of buildings, style of attractions are saturated with cowboy spirit. Feel like a real cowboy and shoot pistols in the Shooting Gallery and try real "cowboy" dishes.
Polynesia
A corner of PortAventura park reproducing exotic islandslost in Pacific... The area is more relaxed: fewer rides, but more space for relaxing. There is also a theater under open air with a sandy beach instead of a stage. Shows typical of the region are often held here.
Sesame
A part of the park based on the famous TV series Sesame Street. Presented here entertainment programs and attractions are aimed at the youngest visitors (from 3 years old).
Aquapark
The main territory of Port Aventura is adjacent to the Costa Caribe (Caribbean coast) water park, made, as the name suggests, in the style of the distant, once pirate islands. Palm trees, sand, over a dozen rides and 50,000 square meters of water activities await guests.
Helpful information
For prices and how to get to the amusement park, read our article.
If you decide to stay here for a few days, hotels near PortAventura you will find
During summer vacation parents often think: what are the activities in Barcelona for children. At first glance, the resort is aimed at adult tourists. But in fact, in the capital of Catalonia, children of different ages will find classes according to their interests. At the same time, schoolchildren will be able to engage in additional education: information is given in an interesting form on a variety of subjects. And kids will spend time not only on playgrounds: special quests have been developed for them. Children will learn something new in the process of an exciting game. In the meantime, young scientists are immersed in their studies, parents are invited to relax in the shade.
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Oceanarium
This is an ideal place for a young zoologist or chemist to relax. The rich exposition of the Oceanarium will introduce children to the inhabitants of the depths of the Mediterranean, tell about their habits and lifestyle, describe the properties of water at different depths.
You can observe the inhabitants of the sea both while standing in the hall and while in the tunnel. Conventionally, the Oceanarium consists of 2 parts:
- Systems of aquariums and a tunnel 80 m long. Here, visitors watch the marine life for hours.
- A section on the properties of water Mediterranean Sea and their effect on the inhabitants of the deep. Penguins are also represented here. Moreover, this is the best collection of these mammals in Europe.
Kids will have a great time in the playground: there are children's and sports grounds here. While the children are having fun, parents can relax on the benches placed in the Oceanarium.
Casa Batlló
This project was the start of the independent work of the great Antoni Gaudi: from that moment on, the architect relied only on an independent vision, departing from the accepted canons. Therefore, visiting the site will be beneficial for future architects and designers. And the rest of the guys will just admire the unusual building. The manufacturer Batlló, who invited Gaudí to develop the project, intended to destroy the building of 1875 and build a house on the vacant place.
But the architect made an independent decision:
- Taking the previous building as a basis, Gaudí added 2 facades to it. Now the main facade turned out to be facing the avenue, and the back one - into the courtyard.
- The architect completely redesigned the lower floor, creating a basement and an attic. The roof is now stepped.
- Gaudí created an inner courtyard of light: this improved the lighting and ventilation of the building. As a result of all the activities, the house became not only original, but also ergonomic.
The reconstruction has turned an ordinary building into an unusual one: there are practically no straight lines in it. There is still controversy about the symbolism that Gaudi put into his creation. Maybe it is the young architect who will later answer all the remaining questions.
Blau Museum of Natural Sciences
This is an amazing place for young naturalists to spend time to their advantage. Here, interactive simulators and screens tell the story and life of our planet. There are several sections:
- The Living Planet tells about the origin of the Earth and the Solar System. Here in the twilight the starry sky flickers.
- In the Biography of the Earth, a young researcher can simulate situations that he is unlikely to see in wildlife.
- In Earth today, the child will get acquainted with the creatures that inhabit the planet; learns about how diverse (and at the same time vulnerable) life.
But that's not all. Children will receive answers to additional (sometimes the most unexpected) questions in Science Islands. And for kids there are scientific methods of cognition: the kids will receive answers to questions (of course, in a playful way) in the Scientific nest.
By the way! The Blaeu Museum (like the Botanical Gardens and the Citadel Park on Montjuïc) is part of the large Museum of Natural Sciences.
Kosmokaysha Museum
In its current version, the center began operating in 2004: it was previously part of the Science Museum of Barcelona. And the expositions will be interesting for children who are fond of natural sciences. Moreover, age does not matter: even a kid will find an interesting exhibition for himself.
Kosmokaysha has a permanent exhibition, which consists of thematic sections:
- Department dedicated to matter. It consists of subsections: dead matter, living matter, civilized matter and smart matter. Information is presented in the form of interactive stands on which seemingly ordinary things are demonstrated. Boring school experiences turn into interesting activities.
- The stages of planet formation are fascinatingly described in the Geological Wall section. The screens show the mountains in section, the movement of the plates is described.
- A wildlife corner is presented in the Flooded Forest section. The Amazon forest has been recreated here. You can observe both through glass and directly from inside. Young biologists have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the cradle of life on the planet.
- An interactive planetarium will show our solar system and neighboring galaxies.
- The interactive playground is designed for the youngest guests of Kosmokays. Here they will receive basic knowledge in a playful way.
For hungry guests, Kosmokaysha offers a snack at a local cafe. The prices here are quite pleasant. And the dishes are delicious. The center is funded by private investors (La Caixa company), so children do not need to buy tickets.
Chocolate Museum
An excursion to the chocolate center is a gift for young sweet tooths. This exposition was opened in 2000 at the initiative of the inhabitants of Catalonia: after all, their ability to prepare chocolate products is known all over the world. In addition, chocolate came to Europe thanks to the conquistadors. They brought cocoa beans and the first recipes to the continent.
The first chocolate was bitter: it was made without sugar, with the addition of hot pepper. But the queen liked him, and soon coffee shops opened in the capital of Spain, offering to taste the queen's favorite drink. Soon the recipe was changed: instead of pepper, they began to add sugar, vanilla, cinnamon. And after a while, the chocolate became hard: they began to pour tiles from the powder, and then cook the figures. Today, the chocolate center not only displays the products of famous chocolaters, but also gives a master class.
The participants are offered plastic mass, from which (under the guidance of the master) the author's figurine is prepared. You can take it with you. And complete delicious excursion follows in a cafe, where you will continue your acquaintance with the traditions of making chocolate in Spain.
Zoo
One of the most interesting zoos in Europe will be interesting for children of all ages. It is located in the Citadel Park. The animal collection consists of over 300 animal species and 400 plant species. The administration of the center is guided by the principle of comfortable keeping animals: each instance occupies a spacious aviary or pool. There are signs with brief description species and its habitat. The complex's employees participate in national programs to help rare animals.
One of the projects is the restoration of the otter population. The zoo conducts scientific work, wins grants that allow not only to comfortably keep existing animals, but also to acquire new ones. On the territory you can have a snack, and if you wish, arrange a picnic; there is a playground for the kids. Several shops offer souvenirs. And it is proposed to move not only on foot, but also by train or electric car.
Maritime museum
The exposition will be interesting for young sailors and travelers. At the old Shipyards, ships were built and repaired, starting from the 13th century. Few exhibits boast seven centuries of history. The shipyard developed simultaneously with shipbuilding: in the 18th century, it was required to widen the passage to create large ship... Until the middle of the 18th century, docks were used for repairing or building ships. Then it was used as a city arsenal.
And in 1936 the army transferred the shipyard to the city. The opening of the first exposition took place in 1941. And in 1976 the shipyard building was recognized as an architectural monument, and in 2006 - the center turned into national Museum... It will be interesting for boys and girls to look at the place where ships were created in the century of discoveries, warships were built. Some caravels are on display in dry dock. You can even climb them.
Camp Nou stadium
Young fans will have a great time at the five-star stadium. It was built more than half a century ago to provide the legendary Barcelona (Barça) with a new training ground. Camp Nou still perfectly suits its purpose: but a decision has already been made to renovate it. The stadium will be able to accommodate up to 112,000 people, a sliding roof will appear. There is a museum at Camp Nou. Permanent exhibition offers documents, photos of club members, personal belongings of football players.
Fans can trace the history of Barça from inception to last days... Part of the exhibition is dedicated to the work of Spanish artists. The atmosphere in the center is amazingly friendly: they believe that Barça is more than a regular football club. And in terms of attendance, this place is second only to the exposition of Salvador Dali.
Port Aventura
Children of any age will have a great time here. PortAventura is not only a water park with all water activities. On the territory of the complex it is proposed to visit several corners of the world at once:
- Mediterranean. In this part of the center, visitors not only have fun, but also get to know the Catalan culture, of which the cuisine is a part.
- Wild West. This department echoes the setting of the Western American states. Visitors will shoot at the shooting range, see the rodeo, ride the train.
- Mexico. Young historians will have a great rest and study the Mayan culture.
- China. All rides are the epitome of ancient culture: this is both a tea ceremony and a flying dragon.
- Polynesia. Spectators will descend into the mouth of the volcano, see and hear drums.
- Sesame. This is a place for dreamers: fairy tales from all over the world come to life here.
It will not be boring in PortAventura: the center presents more than 100 programs every day.
Shop-Museum of Magic
It will be interesting for any child: after all, childhood itself consists of dreams and illusions. At first (in 1881) it was an ordinary shop, where magicians and sorcerers bought the necessary accessories. Subsequently, the owner decided to supplement the sale with an exposition. And today the center offers:
- see the tools of magicians and sorcerers of past centuries
- see (and participate) in an unusual show led by the host guide
- learn simple tricks
- buy something for memory
In this center, not only children, but also their parents will willingly relax.
Rope park Barcelona Bosc Urba
It is difficult for active kids to inspect expositions, but they will not refuse to spend time in the real jungle. Routes are laid above the ground at different levels. Plank paths, rope rails, reliable belay and a roof over your head - everything for active rest In any weather.
The routes have varying degrees of difficulty:
- The Orange Track is for the little ones. The paths hang 1.5 m above the ground, and 14 obstacles are proposed to pass.
- The height of the Blue Route is 4 m. The obstacles are already 19. And children from 8 years old are allowed here.
- The red track consists of 20 obstacles and is located at a height of 6 m. Children over 12 years old are participating.
Every child receives reliable insurance, so injuries are excluded. You have to fight with your own fear and weakness.
Southwest of Barcelona, \u200b\u200bnear the picturesque town of Salou, there is a large amusement park Port Aventura... It opened in 1995, and since then, the park has rapidly grown in popularity - over 3 million people come here every year, making it the first in Spain and the sixth most visited in Europe.
For the convenience of tourists and tourists, a convenient transport scheme has been developed, so getting to the park from Barcelona is relatively easy. Also, there are several modern hotels nearby.
Port Aventura is divided into several thematic zones, each of which has its own unique decorations, souvenir shops, restaurants and, of course, attractions for every taste.
Mediterranean
The Mediterranean sector is at the entrance to the park and depicts a typical Catalan coastal village. There are several attractions, cafes, restaurants and souvenir shops. If the locals are not surprised by such views, then for tourists, of course, the Catalan village is of great interest.
China
The largest area of \u200b\u200bthe park is a stylized Chinatown, an oriental fairy tale, with its small Great Wall of China. One of the main and "coolest" attractions of the park - slides works here Shambhala, opened in 2012. The attraction breaks three European records at once:
- Highest slides in Europe (76 meters)
- Roller coaster with the longest fall (78 meters)
- The fastest European hypercoaster, it will reach 134 km / h on the first descent
Mountains Dragon Han (Dragon Khan) also found here. The 8 dragon rings are simply breathtaking.
New family attraction Angkor, opened in 2014, is a tranquil boat ride equipped with a water gun. Only at the last stage of the trip will you have the opportunity to shoot at the neighboring boats, as they will come closer to each other.
Mexico
In the Mexican zone of PortAventura, the spirit of pre-Columbian America is recreated with its temples, Indians and many secrets under the cover of the jungle.
The main attraction of Mexico in PortAventura is the attraction Hurakan Condor... A free fall from a height of 100 meters will not be tough for everyone.
Mexico is also home to a huge Mayan theater, which hosts colorful theatrical performances.
Wild West
PortAventura Park also has its own Wild West, with cowboys, Indians and the Grand Canyon, along which you can even swim by boat, as well as ride on the only train in the world moving on wooden rails. Landscapes, architecture of buildings, style of attractions are saturated with cowboy spirit. Feel like a real cowboy and shoot pistols in the Shooting Gallery and try real "cowboy" dishes.
Polynesia
A corner of PortAventura Park, reproducing exotic islands lost in the Pacific Ocean. The area is more relaxed: fewer rides, but more space for relaxing. There is also an open-air theater with a sandy beach instead of a stage. Shows typical of the region are often held here.
Sesame
A part of the park based on the famous TV series Sesame Street. The entertainment programs and attractions presented here are aimed at the youngest visitors (from 3 years old).
Aquapark
The main territory of Port Aventura is adjacent to the Costa Caribe (Caribbean coast) water park, made, as the name suggests, in the style of the distant, once pirate islands. Palm trees, sand, over a dozen rides and 50,000 square meters of water activities await guests.
Helpful information
For prices and how to get to the amusement park, read our article.
If you decide to stay here for a few days, hotels near PortAventura you will find
