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Planning a holiday in Alicante and looking for the perfect way to cool off from those scorching Spanish summer days? You’re in luck! While Alicante city itself doesn’t have a major water park, there are three fantastic options within easy reach that make for brilliant day trips.
They’re ideal for groups of friends, families with children, couples wanting some fun in the sun, or anyone who fancies a change from beach days.
I’ve put together this guide to help you choose the best water park for your Alicante holiday, with all the practical details you need to plan your visit.
There are three excellent water parks you can easily reach from Alicante:
- Aqualandia (OPEN NOW – buy Aqualandia tickets here from €30 per person) – cheaper than door prices!
- Aqua Natura (OPEN NOW – buy Aqua Natura tickets here from €19 per person) – 50% off!
- Aquapolis Torrevieja (OPEN NOW – buy tickets from €22 per person)
Aqualandia in Benidorm
Aqualandia is Spain’s most famous water park and sits about 45 kilometres north of Alicante in Benidorm. If you’re staying in Alicante and want the ultimate water park experience with the most thrilling slides in the region, this is your best bet.
What makes it worth the trip from Alicante
For those wanting maximum thrills and don’t mind a slightly longer journey from Alicante, Aqualandia delivers big time. This place is massive and packed with adrenaline-pumping attractions that you simply won’t find anywhere else in the area.
The star attractions include:
- The Big Bang – one of Europe’s highest water slides with incredible views
- Verti-Go – a near-vertical drop that’ll have your heart racing
- Rapids – white water adventure
- Black Hole – pitch-dark tunnel slide
- Zig-Zag – classic multi-turn slide
- Multiple swimming pools for all ages
- Dedicated children’s areas with gentler slides
You’ll get your moneys worth taking the trip from Alicante to Aqualandia. There’s easily a full day’s entertainment here, and the variety means everyone in your group will find something they love.
Benidorm is also close by, so you can combine the trip with an evening exploring the city including Benidorm’s Tapas Alley or even the famous Benidorm nightlife!
Visit Aqualandia if:
- You’re staying in Alicante with teenagers or adventure-seeking adults
- You want the biggest, most impressive slides in the region
- You don’t mind crowds in exchange for the best attractions
- You’re happy to make a longer journey for a premium experience
Getting there from Alicante
Aqualandia sits around 45 kilometres from Alicante city centre:
By car: 35-40 minute drive north via the AP-7 motorway towards Benidorm, then follow signs for Aqualandia/Mundomar. From Alicante’s El Altet airport, it’s about 50 minutes.
By public transport: Take the C-6 train from Alicante to Benidorm (about 1 hour), then a local bus or short taxi ride to the park.
The drive from Alicante is quite straightforward once you’re on the AP-7, though I’d recommend leaving early in summer to avoid traffic building up.
Ticket prices and facilities
Adult tickets start from around €30 per person when buying online. The park operates from 10am to 7pm during peak summer season.
You can buy tickets here online – highly recommend to save money on the door!
You’re allowed to bring your own food to Aqualandia, which is brilliant if you’re making the journey from Alicante as a family – it can save you quite a bit on what can be expensive park food. Sun loungers are available but get snapped up quickly in high season.
Aqua Natura in Benidorm
Also located in Benidorm, Aqua Natura sits right next to the Terra Natura animal park, making it perfect for families staying in Alicante who want a more manageable water park experience.
What makes it worth the trip from Alicante
What sets Aqua Natura apart is its perfect size – not so big that you spend ages walking between attractions, but with enough variety to keep everyone happy. For families travelling from Alicante with younger children, this is often the better choice over Aqualandia.
The park features:
- Wave pool that creates artificial waves every 30 minutes
- Multi-lane racing slides where the whole family can compete
- Lazy river that gently carries you around part of the park
- Dedicated children’s water playground with mini slides and splash features
- Quieter atmosphere with shorter queues than the larger parks
From my experience, families staying in Alicante with children aged 3-10 get the most out of Aqua Natura. The lifeguard coverage is excellent, and parents can actually relax rather than constantly worrying about where their kids are.
Visit Aqua Natura if:
- You’re in Alicante with young children
- You prefer a more relaxed, less crowded experience
- You want to combine water fun with visiting animals at Terra Natura
- You’d rather have shorter travel time than maximum thrills
Combined with Terra Natura zoo
One big advantage of choosing Aqua Natura for your day trip from Alicante is the option to visit Terra Natura animal park on the same day. Combined tickets offer better value, and you can easily do both in one trip.
I’d suggest doing the water park in the morning when it’s cooler, then visiting the animals in the afternoon – though both work well either way round.
Getting there from Alicante
Aqua Natura is about 45 kilometres from Alicante city centre:
By car: 35-40 minute drive north on the AP-7 towards Benidorm, then follow signs for Terra Natura.
By public transport: Take the C-6 train from Alicante to Benidorm (1 hour), then local bus or taxi to Terra Natura.
The journey time from Alicante is very similar to Aqualandia, so your choice between them should be based on what type of experience you want rather than travel convenience.
Ticket prices and opening times
Adult tickets currently start at €19 per person, rising during peak summer. Combined tickets with Terra Natura offer good value if you’re making the journey from Alicante and want to maximise your day out.
You can buy tickets here online – highly recommend to save money on the door!
Opening hours are typically 10am to 6pm, though this varies by season.
Aquapolis Torrevieja
Located south of Alicante in Torrevieja, Aquapolis offers a different option that’s closer to home and often less crowded than the Benidorm parks.
What makes it worth the trip from Alicante
Aquapolis Torrevieja is the closest water park to Alicante city, making it perfect for those who want water park fun without the longer journey to Benidorm. It strikes a nice balance between having good attractions and maintaining a more relaxed atmosphere.
The park includes:
- Several exciting water slides of varying intensity levels
- Wave pool for body surfing
- Children’s splash zone with age-appropriate features
- Swimming pools for relaxing
- Jacuzzis for adults wanting to unwind
- Mini golf course for additional entertainment
What I particularly like about Aquapolis for Alicante visitors is that you can easily combine it with time in Torrevieja itself – perhaps visiting the famous salt lakes or enjoying some of the town’s excellent seafood restaurants.
Visit Aquapolis Torrevieja if:
- You’re staying in Alicante and want the shortest journey time
- You prefer smaller crowds and a more intimate feel
- You’d like to combine your water park visit with seeing Torrevieja
- You want good value without travelling too far
Getting there from Alicante
Aquapolis Torrevieja is approximately 50 kilometres south of Alicante:
By car: 30-35 minute drive south via the AP-7 or N-332 towards Torrevieja, then follow signs for Aquapolis.
By public transport: Regular bus services run from Alicante to Torrevieja (about 45 minutes), then a short taxi or local bus to the park.
This is definitely the most convenient water park option if you’re based in Alicante and don’t want to spend too much time travelling.
Ticket prices and facilities
Adult tickets start from around €22, with family packages available. The park typically opens from 10am to 6pm during summer season.
You can buy tickets here online – highly recommend to save money on the door!
Food and drink are available on-site, though you can also bring your own picnic. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available for rent.
Getting to the water parks from Alicante
By car
Having a rental car makes visiting any of these water parks from Alicante much easier:
- To Benidorm parks (Aqualandia/Aqua Natura): Take the AP-7 motorway north towards Benidorm (35-40 minutes)
- To Aquapolis Torrevieja: Take the AP-7 or N-332 south towards Torrevieja (30-35 minutes)
All three parks have good parking facilities, though they can fill up on busy summer days.
By public transport
If you’re staying in Alicante without a car:
For Benidorm parks: Take the C-6 train from Alicante station to Benidorm (hourly service, 1 hour journey), then local transport to the parks.
For Torrevieja: Regular bus services run from Alicante bus station to Torrevieja (45 minutes), then local transport to Aquapolis.
Distance from Alicante
- Aquapolis Torrevieja: 35km south (30-35 minutes by car)
- Aqualandia: 45km north (35-40 minutes by car)
- Aqua Natura: 45km north (35-40 minutes by car)
Tips for your water park visit from Alicante
Before setting off from Alicante for your water park day, here are some practical tips:
Pack plenty of high-factor sun cream – the Spanish sun is intense, and you’ll be exposed while queuing. Reapply regularly throughout the day.
Bring flip-flops or water shoes as the ground gets scorching hot, particularly in July and August.
Take a towel and complete change of clothes for the journey back to Alicante.
If visiting Aqualandia, consider packing your own lunch to save money and avoid disappointment with limited food options.
Leave Alicante early (around 9am) to get the best sun lounger spots and shorter queues, plus avoid the worst of the midday traffic.
Bring a waterproof bag for your phone and valuables – most parks have lockers available for rent.
A day at one of these water parks makes for a perfect break from Alicante’s city sights and beaches. There’s nothing quite like cooling off on the slides after you’ve spent a few days wandering around Alicante’s castle and old town in the heat!
