Child-Friendly Holidays in Spain

A city break destination that includes a beach and plenty of parks to let off steam. Babies and toddlers will marvel at the aquarium, home to Europe's longest underwater tunnel, and at the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc.

The calm waters and sandy beaches are ideal for first time dippers, while the plethora of family friendly amenities aimed at holidaymakers makes each day a little easier.

On the cooler northern coast of Spain's Basque region, San Sebastian is a well-established family-friendly destination. The city is small and easy to navigate with a buggy, and boasts numerous green spaces, parks and sandy beaches.

A small coastal town on the northern coast, the long sandy beaches and sprawling green spaces are perfect for families.

An elegant laidback city with wide avenues that are perfect for pushing a buggy. Toddlers will love the futuristic buildings of the cultural city, and they can get hands-on at the Science Museum.

Perfect for parents of young children thanks to family-friendly amenities such as lifeguarded beaches, restaurants with high chairs and buggy accessible walkways.

Costa Blanca is the home of Alicante and Benidorm, two of Spain's most famous resort towns. It boasts numerous theme parks with rides for younger children.

Generally considered the best of the Canary Islands for babies and toddlers. There is a dedicated toddler area at the Costa Teguise Aquapark and young children will love the Rancho Texas Zoo.

The compact centre is easy to navigate on foot, with play areas on every corner. Visit the Casa de Campo theme park with its vast indoor soft play area and the Zoo Aquarium Madrid.

Families with school-aged children may head to Majorca, but those with babies and toddlers prefer quieter Menorca. Less partying and more secluded beaches make it a great choice for a toddler-friendly trip.