Activities with Children in Blanes and Surroundings

Welcome to Blanes, the gateway to the Costa Brava, where you will find everything you need for an enjoyable family holiday. Discover the best activities to do with children in Blanes.

Blanes offers beautiful beaches, a charming port, Mediterranean gardens, hiking trails, and exquisite gastronomy. At Hotel Pimar & Spa, we provide various options to help you make the most of your stay with different activities.

If you have not yet arranged accommodation in Blanes, book your stay at our hotel and enjoy a memorable family holiday.

Family Activities with Children in Blanes and Surroundings

Treasure Hunt for the Whole Family

At the Tourist Offices, you will find the “Grapat de Blanes” treasure hunt, designed for children aged 5 to 12. To complete the challenges, you will embark on a journey through the town centre, discovering cultural and natural landmarks of Blanes.

Once completed, submit it at the Tourist Office in Plaça Catalunya or at the Marimurtra Botanical Garden to receive your reward.

Stroll Through the Daily Market

Enjoy a family walk through the daily market, “Anem a plaça,” open from Monday to Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. There are three locations where fresh fruit and vegetables are sold daily:

Passeig de Dintre
Mas Enlaire (on Avinguda de la Pau)
Plaça Mare de Déu del Vilar

Discover the Scenery of Blanes by Visiting Its Viewpoints

Capture the best panoramic photos of Blanes from its stunning viewpoints:

Sa Palomera Viewpoint
Port Viewpoint
Sant Joan Viewpoint
Sant Francesc Viewpoint
L’Alcalde Viewpoint
Camí de Ronda Viewpoint

Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and unique perspectives of the town!

Attend a Fish Auction

From Monday to Friday, between 4:15 PM and 6:30 PM, you can witness the fish auction at the port of Blanes. This auction is exclusively for industry professionals, including fishmongers, restaurateurs, and wholesalers.

If you would like to arrange a guided tour, please contact them for more information at: promociopositblanes@gmail.com.

Visit the Marimurtra Botanical Garden

Covering an area of 4 hectares, the Marimurtra Botanical Garden is home to 4,000 plant species from five continents, making it one of the most remarkable gardens in Europe.

Beyond its rich botanical collection, the garden offers breathtaking views of the sea and the Costa Brava, providing a unique blend of natural beauty and stunning landscapes.

Visit a Giant Park in Malgrat de Mar

In Malgrat de Mar, Francesc Macià Park offers a world where everything is giant! With a dedicated skate area, sensory play zones for children, and oversized sculptures that create a magical and unique atmosphere, this park is a must-visit for families.

Opening hours:

June to September: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM
October to May: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Visit the MONA Foundation

Discover the MONA Foundation, a primate rehabilitation centre in Riudellots de la Selva (visits by reservation only). The foundation’s mission is to rescue primates that have been kept in poor conditions.

As highly intelligent and social animals, primates suffer in captivity. Since releasing them back into their natural habitat is often impossible, Fundació MONA provides them with a dignified life in the company of their peers.