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Summer<\/span><\/b> is synonymous with sun, heat and, for many, the perfect opportunity to enjoy water activities. <\/span>Water parks<\/span><\/b> are becoming popular destinations, offering a combination of fun, excitement and coolness that appeals to people of all ages. From dizzying waterslides to relaxing slow rivers, these parks offer a wide variety of attractions and activities that guarantee an unforgettable day out.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In this article, we are going to tell you about the water parks located near the Catalan capital, <\/span>Barcelona<\/span><\/b>, specifically two of them: <\/span>Illa Fantasia<\/span><\/b>, in <\/span>Vilassar de Dalt<\/span><\/b>; and <\/span>Marineland<\/span><\/b> Catalunya<\/span><\/b>, in <\/span>Palafolls<\/span><\/b>. Remember that we have already explained, in a previous post, “<\/span>The best water parks on Costa Dorada<\/span><\/a>“.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Moreover, to complete your experience, you have at your disposal <\/span>Shuttle2Sun<\/span><\/a>‘s <\/span>shared transfer services<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>private transfer services<\/span><\/a>, to get to Barcelona from <\/span>Barcelona airport<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Barcelona port<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Reus airport<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Girona airport and Camp de Tarragona AVE train station<\/span><\/b>. Remember that you can book your transfer up to <\/span>24 hours in advance<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||30px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”0px|60px|30px|60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|40px||40px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Located in <\/span>Vilassar de Dalt<\/span><\/a>, a few kilometres from <\/span>Barcelona<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Illa Fantasia<\/span><\/b> is one of the most emblematic water parks in the area. Its strategic location, close to Barcelona and accessible from different towns on the <\/span>Costa del Maresme<\/span><\/b>, such as <\/span>Matar\u00f3<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>Badalona<\/span><\/b>, makes it an ideal choice for a summer getaway.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With a surface area of 75,000 square metres, this park offers a wide variety of attractions and services that guarantee a day full of <\/span>fun and excitement<\/span><\/b> for visitors of all ages. From thrilling slides to relaxation areas and gastronomic services, <\/span>Illa Fantasia<\/span><\/a> is the perfect destination to enjoy the <\/span>summer<\/span><\/b> with family or friends.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The park has more than <\/span>22 water attractions<\/span><\/b>, designed to satisfy both adrenaline junkies and those looking to relax. Some of the highlights include <\/span>Aquamania<\/span><\/b>, three different slides combining hairpin bends and fast descents, ideal for thrill seekers; <\/span>Hurricane<\/span><\/b>, an enclosed slide offering a unique experience as it descends in the dark, with unexpected twists and turns; and <\/span>Xtreme Fall<\/span><\/b>, one of the park’s most extreme attractions, with an almost vertical drop that promises an adrenaline rush.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.shuttle2sun.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Parques-acuaticos-Barcelona-2.png” alt=”The best water parks near Barcelona Catalonia” title_text=”The best water parks near Barcelona Catalonia” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|||||” custom_padding_tablet=”|60px||60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|40px||40px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n For those who prefer to enjoy a <\/span>quiet day<\/span><\/b>, Illa Fantasia offers several relaxation areas, such as the <\/span>Oasis<\/span><\/b> area, with water cascades and two pools of more than 1,000 square metres; the <\/span>Lagoon<\/span><\/b> area, with a shallow pool and hammocks for lounging; and the <\/span>Waves Pool<\/span><\/b>, which recreates the experience of the sea, with waves that are generated periodically for refreshing fun.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Illa Fantasia also has an area dedicated especially to the <\/span>youngest<\/span><\/b> members of the family, where they can play and enjoy <\/span>themselves safely<\/span><\/b>. For example, you’ll find the <\/span>Galleon Maze<\/span><\/b>, with mini slides and water games adapted to their size and age, as well as shallow pools for hours of fun.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In the case of <\/span>Marineland Catalunya<\/span><\/b>, this <\/span>water park<\/span><\/a> is one of the most exciting and complete destinations for the whole family to enjoy in <\/span>Catalonia<\/span><\/b>. Located in <\/span>Palafolls<\/span><\/b>, between the provinces of <\/span>Barcelona<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>Girona<\/span><\/b>, very close to the tourist towns of <\/span>Costa del Maresme<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>Costa Brava<\/span><\/b>, such as <\/span>Blanes<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Lloret de Mar<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Malgrat de Mar<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>Santa Susanna<\/span><\/b>, these facilities combine a state-of-the-art water park with a dolphinarium and a marine zoo, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|||||” custom_padding_tablet=”|60px||60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|40px||40px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.shuttle2sun.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Parques-acuaticos-Barcelona.png” alt=”Marineland Catalunya Illa Fantasia” title_text=”Marineland Catalunya Illa Fantasia” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Marineland Catalunya has a <\/span>wide range of water attractions<\/span><\/b> designed to satisfy both the more adventurous and those looking to relax in the sun. The main attractions include high-speed slides for adrenaline junkies, such as the <\/span>Boomerang<\/span><\/b>, the <\/span>Speed Boats<\/span><\/b> and the <\/span>Black Hole<\/span><\/b>, which guarantee thrills and adrenaline rushes.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You will also find the <\/span>Chill Out&Play<\/span><\/b> pool, with areas of different depths, where you can spend a refreshing time, and grassy areas to relax under the umbrellas.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you’re travelling with the little ones, Marineland Catalunya has exclusive areas for them, such as the <\/span>Children Paradise<\/span><\/b>, with three play areas with slides and suspension bridges, and the <\/span>Twister<\/span><\/b>, a fun spiral slide.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n One of Marineland’s biggest attractions is its <\/span>dolphinarium<\/span><\/a>, home to a family of <\/span>bottlenose dolphins<\/span><\/b>. The dolphin shows are the heart of the park, where these intelligent and charismatic animals demonstrate their skills through trained acrobatics and behaviour that fascinate children and adults alike.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to dolphins, Marineland offers shows with <\/span><\/span>sea lions and seals<\/span><\/span>, highlighting the agility and charm of these marine mammals.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|||||” custom_padding_tablet=”|60px||60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|40px||40px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” min_height=”181.8px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”3px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n The <\/span>shows<\/span><\/b> are designed not only to entertain, but also to educate the public about the importance of conservation and respect for marine biodiversity. The park also houses a <\/span>marine zoo<\/span><\/b> with a wide variety of species. Here, visitors can observe exotic birds and butterflies.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Both water parks have a wide range of complementary <\/span>services<\/span><\/b> to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience, such as various dining options, including <\/span>restaurants<\/span><\/b>, bars and <\/span>picnic areas<\/span><\/b>, where visitors can enjoy a meal or refreshments; <\/span>shops<\/span><\/b>, where they can find <\/span>souvenirs<\/span><\/b> and accessories; changing rooms and <\/span>lockers<\/span><\/b>, etc.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This summer, enjoy a refreshing and fun-filled day out! Remember that <\/span>Shuttle2Sun<\/span><\/a> offers its <\/span>Illa Fantasia: The ideal water park for an unforgettable summer\u00a0\u00a0<\/h2>\n
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