Warm sandy beaches, azure waters, famed shopping and non-stop nightlife.  Acapulco is commonly considered an “adult playground.”  As a testament to its diversity; however, Acapulco also offers an abundance of activities that create a true tropical paradise for children.  A child’s demand for fun and a parent’s need to “get away from it all,” blend magically in Acapulco.

Acapulco’s newest family friendly attraction is AquaPlanet, an innovative education and recreation center opened in November 2007 for children ages 5-13 to teach the importance of water conservation and its role in their lives. AquaPlantet features ten different exciting attractions for children and their families including; Aqua Golf-Miniature golf course, Aqua Wall-Rock climbing, Aqua Bump-Motorboats, Aqua Kids- Pool and park area, among others. 

CiCi waterpark located along the Acapulco Bay is a family-oriented theme park with great wave pools, seal and dolphin shows, toboggan slides and an array of water attractions for all ages. This park is a ‘can’t miss’ attraction for children of all ages.  In addition to the enchanting animal shows and aquarium, a water slide and wave pool, CiCi offers dolphin swims that provide an unforgettable and up-close experience for the entire family.

Older children, who might enjoy more challenging watersports, can take advantage of Acapulco’s endless array of Pacific Ocean recreation, including water-skiing, snorkeling and windsurfing. Discover Acapulco’s array of exotic wildlife at Magico Mundo Marino, a marine park following in the tradition of Sea World.

Papagayo Park, located downtown, takes its name from the fashionable Papagayo Hotelwhich stood there in the 50’s, is filled with exotic birds, a racetrack, a lagoon, bumper cars, and more.  A great place to take children for an afternoon of fun, Papagayo Park also encompasses recreational and cultural facilities, swimming pools, restaurants, a skating and a cycling rink and more. 

For parents who want to add a little culture as well as fun to the family holiday, Acapulco offers excursions that uncover the history and traditions of Mexico’s most famous resort.

The Fort of San Diego Historical Museum brings to life Acapulco’s vivid past.  Overlooking Acapulco’s bustling harbor, the Fort of San Diego was originally built in 1616 and was rebuilt in the 18th century; it is now home to the Historical Museum of Acapulco.  Here children can relive the days when the fort was used to ward off the attacks of marauding pirates, such as Sir Francis Drake, or brave the final battle of the Mexican War for Independence.  The Fort has undergone extensive renovations and areas have been restored as they were when the fort was occupied more than 200 years ago.

Acapulco’s world-class resorts also cater to the needs of parents and children.  Moms and Dads who want to experience Acapulco’s legendary nightlife and adult oriented adventures will find that many of Acapulco’s hotels and resorts satisfy the whims of younger guests.  Special programs and child-care facilities help parents make the most of their well-deserved vacation without the guilt of leaving the kids behind.

A magical combination of incredible beauty and hypnotic charm, Acapulco is Mexico's largest and most dazzling seaside resort attracting over five million visitors annually.  Acapulco is exotic yet easily accessible via direct or convenient connections via all major airline carriers from gateway cities across the U.S. For more information about Acapulco, visit www.visitacapulco.com.mx.