9 Best Family Things to Do in Chiclana de la Frontera

These vast and scenic wetlands northwest of Chiclana’s town centre are a great go-to for nature walks. The Parque Natural Bahía de Cádiz (Bay of Cádiz Natural Park) is naturally protected by the long and beachy headland of Isla de Leon, providing a coastal sanctuary for many animals, and particularly birdlife. Besides hiking and birdwatching, a section of the park has calm and shallow waters that let you enjoy a variety of water sports such as kayaking and sailing. Boat trips are also available for excursions to explore more of the natural park.

At the Bahía de Cádiz water park, you will find attractions for all ages and tastes – from hair-raising slides that defy the laws of gravity to lovely swimming pools with gentle waves where you can relax with the family. There is also a picnic area and a restaurant where you can get your breath back before the fun starts again. This is unquestionably the perfect plan for a holiday with children in Chiclana de la Frontera.

La Barrosa Beach is one of the country's most delightful beaches and has every service you might require. From the car park and access ramps for people with limited mobility to the toilets, showers, hammock rental, sports areas, beach bars and 6 different children's play areas. As well as all this, its popular promenade is full of ice-cream shops, restaurants and other shops, making it the ideal place for a perfect day on the beach with the whole family. As you can see, this recommendation consists of doing what attracts thousands of tourists to Chiclana de la Frontera: enjoying sun, sand and sea in a beautiful setting.

Go-karting is sure to thrill family members of all ages, and everyone can enjoy the rush of driving fast and crossing the line at the year-round Circuito de Kart Chiclana. Don't think twice, spend a fun day with all the family – you can compete individually, parents against children or in the group you decide to form. You will see there is much more to Chiclana de la Frontera than just sunbathing and going for a swim in the sea.

The coastal village of Sancti Petri near Chiclana de la Frontera has been uninhabited since the 1970s. In its day, it was a fishing village, but it was gradually abandoned as the activity shrank almost to the point of disappearing completely. During your stay in Chiclana, explore this ghost town with your children, who will have a great time, especially Sancti Petri castle, which, although abandoned, is still open to the public. Discover the history of this village, which goes back to the time of the Phoenicians and was of special importance during the time of the Roman emperor Julius Caesar.

La Ciudad de los Niños y las Niñas (Children's City) in Jerez de la Frontera is a unique place where children's fun comes first. Come and spend the day here during your holiday in Chiclana. You will find lots of free attractions for the kids, such as a zip wire, trampolines and a go-kart circuit. La Ciudad de los Niños y las Niñas also organises workshops, parties and championships throughout the year, guaranteeing your children a great time. There are also a number of restaurants where you can have lunch, a snack or just a cold drink while your children have fun. Don't miss this chance to spend a great day with all the family just 31 miles from Chiclana de la Frontera.

Water sports are quite popular along the Cádiz coast, especially in Chiclana de la Frontera. Evidence of this is the large number of companies offering such experiences in the area. If you want to go windsurfing, paddle surfing, kayaking or snorkelling, there's nowhere better than Sancti Petri beach. Children will have a great time trying to get on their boards or exploring the undersea world. If your family prefers more relaxed activities, no problem – take a boat trip or go fishing. There's no lack of fun options for all.

Albarco, a company offering catamaran trips, offer an activity that the kids will love – a pirate party on board one of its modern vessels. The party includes costumes, activities and games organised by a team of monitors. Adults can take part in the games or just relax during the excursion, which sails through calm waters. Albarco offers all the safety measures you would expect to ensure that the party goes off without a hitch, meaning that neither you nor your children need to worry about a thing – well, except trying to work out where the pirate treasure is hidden. Arrrrr me hearties!

La Huerta del Novo is a different sort of space where your children can explore nature and come into contact with farm animals. This nature interpretation centre organises workshops for all the family, with a special focus on the youngest members. The kids can take part in gymkhanas, cookery classes, treasure hunts and sporting contests featuring activities such as javelin throwing, tennis, fencing and basketball. La Huerta del Novo also has a restaurant where, at the weekend, you can try some of the farm's delicious produce. A fantastic holiday alternative, don't you think?