The Best Things To Do in Tenerife with an Under 3

THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN TENERIFE WITH AN UNDER 3 YEAR OLD 👶☀️

Real Family-Friendly Ideas That Actually Work

When families picture their first holiday with a little one, they often imagine:

• magical memories ✨
• pool days 🏊
• sunshine ☀️
• giggles 😄
• family dinners 🍕
• beach walks 🏖️
• and finally getting to relax together.

But one of the biggest mistakes families make is thinking they need to be out ALL day, EVERY day to make those memories happen 😅

The truth is…

Your toddler probably won’t remember:

• rushing between excursions
• long stressful days
• or trying to fit everything into one holiday.

What YOU will remember is:

• their first splash in the pool 💦
• sandy little feet on the beach 👣
• late evening walks with an ice cream 🍦
• little giggles at dinner
• their first swim without fear 🏊
• and those simple moments together as a family 💙

That’s what this holiday is really about.

This guide is here to help you:

• slow things down 😌
• enjoy Tenerife properly 🌴
• and choose activities that genuinely work for younger children.

Not every excursion is suitable for toddlers… and not every “top attraction” actually makes for a good family day.

So instead of overwhelming you with hundreds of options, we’ve picked the ones we think genuinely work BEST with under 3s 👶

Think of this as: # your Tenerife family holiday planner ✨

Not every family wants:

• huge excursions every day
• busy schedules
• or stressful holidays trying to fit everything in.

Sometimes you simply need:

• easy wins ✅
• low stress days 😌
• toddler-friendly fun 🛝
• and manageable family memories 💙

💦 BEST WATERPARK DAY

Aqualand

If you’re travelling with an under 3, Aqualand is usually the easiest and safest waterpark recommendation 🌊

Why families love it:

• smaller than Siam Park
• easier to navigate
• calmer atmosphere
• toddler splash areas
• stroller friendly
• less walking
• far less overwhelming.

One of the biggest positives? You can:

• leave and re-enter 🔄
• bring your own food & drinks 🧃
• work around naps 💤
• and avoid feeling trapped there all day.

There’s also:

• a supermarket outside 🛒
• free buses from tourist areas 🚌
• and easy taxi drop off 🚕

Perfect for:

✔ toddlers who LOVE water
✔ low stress family days
✔ families wanting flexibility

🐒 BEST ANIMAL EXPERIENCE

Monkey Park

Monkey Park is honestly one of Tenerife’s hidden gems for toddlers.

What makes it special is how interactive it feels ✨

Toddlers absolutely LOVE:

• feeding the guinea pigs 🐹
• seeing monkeys up close
• exploring smaller walkways
• and feeling close to the animals.

Because it’s:

• compact
• easy to walk around
• and not exhausting

it works brilliantly around younger children.

One thing to know 👀
Some animals can come quite close to visitors.

If your child is nervous around animals, this may not be the best option.

But for confident little animal lovers? This can easily become one of those unforgettable holiday memories 💙

Perfect for:

✔ animal-loving toddlers
✔ shorter excursion days
✔ easy mornings before nap time

🦅 BEST “PROPER EXCURSION” DAY

Jungle Park

If you want something that feels like a REAL excursion day without committing to a huge full-day trip, Jungle Park is one of the best options 🌴

Parents love it because:

• it’s in the south of Tenerife ☀️
• easier than Loro Parque
• manageable with strollers
• and much easier around naps.

Children usually LOVE:

• waterfalls 💦
• jungle paths 🌿
• bridges
• bird shows 🦜
• and animals flying overhead.

It feels adventurous… without becoming overwhelming 😌

Perfect for:

✔ active toddlers
✔ stroller users
✔ half-day family adventures

🛝 BEST HOT DAY OPTION

Soft Play Parks & Easy Pool Days

Sometimes toddlers simply need:

• a slower day 😌
• somewhere shaded ☀️
• freedom to play safely
• and a break from the heat.

Soft play parks can honestly become a holiday lifesaver on:

• hotter afternoons
• cloudy days ☁️
• overtired days 😅
• or lower energy family days.

If your hotel has a kids club, it’s also worth checking if they allow parents to go in with under 3s 👶

Many hotels are usually quite accommodating if your little one is too young to be left alone but still wants to enjoy the play areas and activities.

Another underrated option? # The Perfect Pool Day 🏊☀️

Sometimes the BEST holiday memories come from:

• getting your favourite sunbed 😌
• setting up your umbrella ⛱️
• having snacks and drinks nearby 🍓🧃
• splashing in the pool 💦
• and simply relaxing together as a family.

The key with younger children is making sure you have everything close by:

• stroller
• fan 🌬️
• UV protection ☀️
• snacks
• spare clothes
• swim nappies
• and shade.

Being close to your apartment or hotel room also makes life SO much easier if:

• it gets too hot
• naps are needed 💤
• or little ones suddenly decide they’ve had enough 😅

Sometimes the easiest days… end up becoming the best days 💙

Perfect for:

✔ escaping the heat
✔ tired toddlers
✔ easy family days
✔ keeping things flexible

🐬 BEST BOAT TRIP FOR UNDER 3s

Shorter Morning Boat Trips

A lot of families automatically think boat trips won’t work with toddlers…

…but honestly, if you choose the RIGHT boat and the RIGHT time, they can actually become one of the best memories of the holiday 💙

The biggest mistake families make is booking:

• long afternoon cruises
• boats with no shade ☀️
• or trips that are simply too long for younger children.

For toddlers, shorter MORNING trips are usually the best option.

Why mornings work better:

• calmer sea conditions 🌊
• cooler weather
• less intense sun
• happier toddlers
• and a much more relaxed atmosphere onboard.

Two of the best family-friendly options are:

# Ragnarok ⚔️

and

# Monte Cristo ⛵

Both offer shorter sailings which are MUCH easier with younger children than huge full-day cruises.

Children usually LOVE:

• seeing the big boats
• waving at other passengers 👋
• being out on the ocean
• snacks onboard 🍿
• and the excitement of being on a “pirate ship.”

Perfect for:

✔ first boat trips
✔ younger toddlers
✔ families wanting a “proper Tenerife experience”
✔ parents wanting adventure without overwhelm

⛳ BEST EVENING ACTIVITY

Crazy Golf

Toddlers usually LOVE crazy golf… not because they understand golf 😅

…but because they love:

• carrying balls
• exploring courses
• tunnels
• colours 🌈
• independence
• and staying up slightly later on holiday.

This becomes less about scoring points… and more about making memories together 💙

Perfect for:

✔ after dinner fun
✔ family evenings
✔ low pressure activities

🍕 BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

La Pepa Rooftop

La Pepa Rooftop is one of the better family restaurant setups in south Tenerife because it feels:

• relaxed
• spacious
• family friendly
• and much easier with toddlers.

Parents love it because there’s far less pressure than quieter restaurants where you constantly worry about noise or children sitting still 😅

Perfect for:

• sunset dinners 🌅
• relaxed evenings
• easy family meals
• and holiday vibes ✨

Perfect for:

✔ relaxed family dinners
✔ toddlers who don’t sit still long
✔ easier evenings

🏖️ BEST “DO NOTHING” DAYS

Pool & Beach Days

Honestly?

For under 3s, these are usually the BEST days of the holiday 💙

Toddlers normally care more about:

• pools 🏊
• sand
• floaties
• snacks 🍦
• splashing
• and simple routines

than expensive excursions.

The biggest mistake families make is overbooking every single day.

The best holidays usually include:

• downtime 😌
• naps 💤
• pool days
• beach walks
• playgrounds
• ice cream stops
• and flexibility.

Perfect for:

✔ everyone 😅

🍸 BEST OPTIONS IF GRANDPARENTS ARE TRAVELLING

If you have grandparents travelling with you, or the freedom for an evening out, Tenerife has some brilliant adult-friendly options too ✨

Two of the most popular evening experiences in south Tenerife are: # Scandal Dinner Show and # MHT (Music Hall Tavern)

Both are fantastic for:

• date nights ❤️
• entertainment
• comedy 😂
• food & drinks 🍹
• and giving parents a proper holiday evening too.

☀️ Need Help Planning Your Week?

We’ve also created:

• an Example 7 Day Tenerife Family Planner 🗓️
• and a Blank Printable Tenerife Holiday Planner ✍️

to help make planning your holiday easier and far less stressful 😊

The idea isn’t to plan every second of your holiday…

It’s simply to give you:

• ideas 💡
• inspiration ✨
• realistic family options
• and easy days out that actually work with toddlers.

Some days you’ll wake up and think: # “today feels like a beach day.” 🏖️

Other days you might look at the planner and think: # “actually, Aqualand sounds perfect today.” 💦

That’s EXACTLY how we want families to use it 💙

Most Tenerife excursions can also be booked last minute, especially easier family days out such as:

• Aqualand
• Jungle Park
• Monkey Park
• boat trips
• and many local attractions.

So there’s no pressure to plan every single day before you arrive 🙌

Use the planners:

• before your holiday
• during your holiday
• around weather changes ☀️☁️
• around naps 💤
• or simply whenever you need inspiration for the day ahead.

Simply download the planners, print them off and enjoy planning your perfect Tenerife family holiday together 😊

💙 Want To Book Any Of These Directly With Us?

Our team are always happy to help recommend:

• the best excursions for your child’s age
• the easiest family days out
• buggy-friendly options
• calmer boat trips
• family restaurant ideas
• and what genuinely works best for toddlers in Tenerife.

You can:

• message one of our team directly on WhatsApp 📲
• or book excursions, family activities and travel essentials directly through our website 🌴

📲 WhatsApp Our Team

0034 922 53 58 42

🌴 Book Online

https://www.travel4baby.com/excursions

At Travel 4 Baby, we’re here to help make family holidays easier, less stressful and far more enjoyable 😊