We know that during the hot months, we all want to cool off and get away from the hot weather so characteristic of southern Spain. That's why Granada is one of the best destinations not only to enjoy its incredible monuments like the Alhambra, but also to enjoy its wonderful Costa Tropical.

Today we have come to talk about one of the best options to escape the heat, to cool off and spend an incredible day with your family and friends. Whether you want to go with friends or family, water parks are one of the best options to have fun, release adrenaline on their slides and share unforgettable moments with your people.

If you are planning a trip to a water park, here is everything you need to know before you go, so you can organize your plan taking into account all the details. Keep reading!

Where are the water parks in Granada?

Although it may surprise you, there is only one water park in the whole province. But let us tell you that it is so complete that you won't need any other. It is located in Almuñécar, one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Costa Tropical. It is a total of 12 miles (19 km) of stunning coastline with vegetation and enviable weather conditions, so what better than to stop by its water park and enjoy a day full of fun?

In Almuñécar you can enjoy an endless number of water activities, but we assure you that in a water park it is always much more fun. You'll get your adrenaline pumping sliding down the high-water slides, relax in the jacuzzis with your buddies and have a good laugh in the wave pools. And, if you go with the little ones of the house, you will see them enjoy the wide variety of attractions for children in the water park. Just as there are attractions for adults, there are special ones for the little ones, so don't hesitate to go with your family and disconnect from stress with a day of laughter and memories.

What attractions are there in the water park of Granada?

If you are an adrenaline and water activities lover, this water park will fascinate you because it has a great variety of attractions:

• Slides: it has a total of 9 different water slides, each one with a different peculiarity and very fun. In some of them, the minimum height is 1.10 meters and they are perfect for the whole family, while others require a minimum height of 1.20 meters. You will enjoy like a small child sliding down the kamikaze slide, which, as its name suggests, is only suitable for the bravest. Or you can go into the "black holes" that look like the park's slides, as you will go in the dark until you fall into the incredible pool at the end.

• Pools: the most outstanding of all is the wave pool, it is suitable for all those who dare to swim in it, but you must be careful because when the waves start, they don't stop! They also have a children's lake, great for the little ones to splash around; although the best pool for splashing and playing with water is the one with water pistols, hoses and jets, which is amazing!

• Waterfalls: they have 2 waterfalls perfect for relaxing after a good adrenaline session with your family and friends on the water slides. You will feel the water falling down your head and you can play different water games to have a great time.

• Jacuzzi: who said it was all about adrenaline? You can relax with your friends and family in the Jacuzzi of the water park in Almuñécar, rest and then continue with the fun.

What is the minimum age to go to the water park in Granada?

If you want to spend a family day and take your children to the water park in Almuñecar, you should know that the minimum age is 4 years old and you must always bring an identification document. Even so, it is important to emphasize that not all children will be able to go on the attractions of the park. This is because the minimum height to go on some slides is 1.10 meters or 1.20 meters, for safety reasons.

When is the Granada water park open?

You may be wondering if the park is open every day of the year and the answer is no. As it is a water park, it depends on good temperatures so it is always open from mid-June to September.

Now you know everything you need to make your day at the water park in Granada a great one. Remember that you can bring your own food although there are also restaurants and cafeterias. You can also rent sun loungers and chairs to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Do you already know when you want to go?