Many travelers with children begin excursion program in Vigo with a visit to Zoologico de Vigo. This zoo is located in the picturesque surrounding area of the city. All its inhabitants live in spacious enclosures. In the small zoo, visitors will have a chance to see brown bears and deer, to look into the mysterious cave where bats live, and feed turtles as well as other friendly representatives of wildlife. The animal collection gathered at the zoo is really impressive. You can see rare species of lynx, and watch exotic snakes in a terrarium.
Shopping in Vigo promises to be incredibly fascinating since the city has plenty of colorful markets in addition to traditional shopping centers. One of the most picturesque is Mercado de la …
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The city has excellent conditions for active recreation. During the warm season, many travelers go to the island Islas Cies. This snow-white sandy beach is ideal for resting with children; it is gentle and shallow, and the water here is always well warmed up. In addition to ideal conditions for water activities, the park is attractive and close to the reserve with the same name. At any time, vacationers can leave the coast and go for a walk in the picturesque forests. Along the coast is equipped with many interesting walking paths and observation platforms.
No less popular is the city beach Playa del Vao. This beach is quite large, so is perfect for a relaxing holiday and for active entertainment. The coastal territory is covered with soft white sand, and very close to the beach, there is a beautiful park area. On the coast, there are equipped sports grounds, as well as excellent restaurants. One can relax and have fun here for days on end. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Vigo is a port city located not far from the mouth of the river that has the same name as the city. This is a large industrial and tourist center. Here you will find various types of rest. …
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Those who like to walk with children on the picturesque parks the most should be sure to look into the Parque Monte del Castro. This miniature park is located on the top of a hill. From its equipped observation areas, a breathtaking view of the city can be seen. The park is very nicely decorated. In its territory, there are many incredible landscape ornaments, beautiful fountains and rest areas with benches, as well as some very interesting monuments. With older children, you can walk to the park, and for those who do not like tedious walks, in the mountains are accessible taxi services, which in Vigo are pretty cheap.
An interesting place for family vacations is the open-air museum Villa Romana de Toralla. It is interesting to visit with children of school age. In this museum, visitors can not only see unique exhibits, but also bear witness to interesting thematic events. It often hosts interesting theatrical performances and stage adaptations on historical topics. The exposition of the museum tells visitors about the most interesting handicraft and cultural traditions of the indigenous population. The museum occupies a complex of preserved historic buildings. On its territory, you can see fragments of earlier constructions that archaeologists have discovered.
The city is home to more than two hundred restaurants, numerous cafes and bars. Fans of various culinary trends will easily find here a suitable gastronomic facility. Of course, the …
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With older children, you can diversify leisure with more original entertainment. It is not easy to attract children to regular excursions, but they will certainly enjoy fascinating Segway Tours. The organization of such tours is offered to tourists by the Segmovi center. It is possible to rent a Segway or organize an excursion along any route of interest. During the fascinating tours, you can see the iconic historical sights of Vigo, as well as ride through the most beautiful parks and forests. This kind of cultural and sports holiday is sure to please children.
Things to visit with your kids in Spain
Barcelona has the oldest amusement park of Spain, Tibidabo Park. It is located on the mountain of the same name, you can climb it on a special tramway going through the elite district of the city. Then you have to change for a funicular and continue along the cable car. At the top, there is a Ferris wheel and other rides. Also in Barcelona, you should take a peek at the Catalonia in Miniature park, where miniatures of all the famous sights of the region are collected. In Madrid, children should definitely go to the Casa de Campo. This park has rides, a zoo, and an aquarium. There are almost 50 modern entertainment options for adults and children of any age. The park itself is divided into thematic zones.
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