Rosas is much more than just Seaside resort. Among its family beaches, its wild coves, its historical heritage and its Water sports, the town offers a comprehensive programme to keep young and old entertained from morning till night. You are staying at our Family apartment with sea view or our Renovated flat in Canyelles Petites Here is our selection of the 10 must-do family activities during your stay.
🏖️ Enjoy the family beaches of Roses
This is obviously the first activity! Roses boasts magnificent beaches with all the necessary services and amenities, making them ideal for families with children. Santa Margarida beach and Nova beach are perfect for young children due to their shallow, calm waters.
Advice: Arrive early in the morning in July-August to find a good spot and enjoy the cool morning air.
🔗 Also read: The most beautiful beaches in Roses and on the Costa Brava
A day at Aqua Brava - the water park in Roses
Aqua Brava is the best water park in the entire province of Girona. It has 19 different attractions spread across relaxation, adrenaline and children's areas for the little ones. Including mini-slides, a pirate ship, water jets and wave pools.
The relaxation area covers 10 hectares of lawn with palm trees, bars, restaurants and sun loungers. A whole day can easily be spent there as a family.
- Opening: June to September, every day
- Official website:
Aquabrava
🚂 The Roses Express tourist train
The Roses Express cultural tourist train offers different routes (Puig Rom, Falconera, Bay of Roses, Puig Alt and Jòncols) from which you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the Bay of Roses and the Cap de Creus Natural Park reserve.
Some excursions include a picnic lunch in the mountains – a great way to take a break while admiring the Catalan Pyrenees in the background.
Ideal for families in Roses with children who cannot walk long distances, and for adults who want to explore the surroundings with ease.
Kayak in the coves of Cap de Creus
Sea kayaking is an ideal family activity on the Costa Brava. It allows access to the most beautiful hidden coves, only accessible by sea.
From Roses, several providers offer guided or independent excursions along the Cap de Creus coastline. Children aged 6-7 and upwards can participate in double kayaks accompanied by an adult.
Good to know The sea level is usually very calm in the morning – that’s the best time to go out with children.
Boat trip to Cap de Creus
From the port of Roses and the beach of Santa Margarida, various ferries depart for the Medes Islands and Cap de Creus Natural Parks, with their small coves of white sand and turquoise waters.
The Bay of Roses is part of the club of World's Most Beautiful Bays – international recognition that attests to the exceptional quality of its maritime landscapes.
Children will love the story of the pirates who once haunted these shores. Some excursions even offer themed adventures. Pirates with a treasure map to boot!
Visit Roses Citadel
At the Ciutadella de Roses museum, children will discover how the first inhabitants of the Citadel lived and played, a site spanning 2,500 years of history: Greek colony, Roman town, medieval fortress...
It's an accessible and lively cultural activity, ideal for doing as a family in Roses, for children aged 7-8 and upwards. The visit lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and ends with a beautiful panoramic view of the bay.
- Official website:
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🥾 Hiking the Camí de Ronda
The Camí de Ronda (GR-92) is the best-known coastal path on the Costa Brava, easily recognisable by its white and red markings. It runs along the coast between coves and cliffs and links Roses to the wild coves of Cap de Creus.
Certain sections have been developed and are navigable with a travel pushchair, which is ideal for families with very young children.
Advice: Choose a morning outing in summer, take water and sun cream, and plan for a swim in a cove along the way!
Mini golf and amusement park Salata
Just next to Salatar beach is Minigolf i Parc d’Atraccions Salata, an amusement park with an 18-hole mini-golf course right in the heart of Roses, featuring various obstacles and difficulty levels.
A perfect activity for late afternoons or cloudy days, accessible from age 4-5.
Hiking in Cap de Creus Natural Park
The Cap de Creus Natural Park offers unforgettable hikes, notably a circular route starting from the Cap de Creus lighthouse which follows the rocky coastline between coves and inlets for about 2 hours.
Another hike that is very popular with children is the Paratge de Tudela, where they have to discover rocks shaped like animals (a camel, a rabbit, an eagle...) – a natural treasure hunt that keeps them engaged throughout the trail.
- Official information:
Cap de Creus
Snorkelling in the coves of Canyelles
For a snorkelling introduction accessible to the whole family, the paradisiacal coves of the Costa Brava offer ideal conditions thanks to the exceptional clarity of their waters.
Canyelles Petites cove, 3 km from Roses, is particularly recommended for families: its calm, shallow, and crystal-clear waters make it a perfect playground for children as young as 5-6 years old equipped with a simple mask and snorkel.
💡 Handy tips for families
Budget Allow around €30 to €50 per day per family for paid activities. Many activities (beach, hiking, snorkelling) are completely free.
Best time: June and September are ideal – all the activities are open, the sea is warm and the crowds are much more manageable than in the height of August.
Accommodation Our apartments accommodate up to 4 people with private parking included – everything you need for a comfortable base for exploring the region.
Ready to live these adventures as a family?
Us apartments with sea view are at 100 metres from the beach, Ideally located to enjoy all these activities. Book your holiday rental in Rosas directly with us and save on the service fees of major platforms.