If you liked our article on amusement parks to take the kids to in São Paulo, you can’t wait for this time’s tip: free water parks to take the kids to.
That’s right, you don’t have to spend a lot to provide a refreshing afternoon for the little ones. Here are three parks aimed especially at children and families, with free entry and lots of wet attractions. All very close to the capital! Get your floaties out of the closet and get ready for an afternoon full of fun:
Free water parks for children, 1 hour from SP
Espaço das Águas (Jundiaí)
A free park to take children to in São Paulo is Espaço das Águas, in Jundiaí. The complex opened its doors recently, in August, and is already a huge hit with families. That’s because the park is just one hour from São Paulo, in the middle of nature, with super refreshing options.
A waterfall, artificial beach with sun loungers, tricycles and pedalos are some of the attractions you’ll find there. What’s more, the space is pet friendly and pets can also participate.
All you have to do to enjoy it is book your visit on the Mundo das Crianças website, of which Espaço is a part. The park always makes appointments available on Mondays at noon, with dates for the following weekend.
🗓 Tuesday to Sunday, 7am to 5pm
📍 Rodovia João Cereser, Pista Sul – Km 64+400 – Jundiaí/SP
Approximate distance from the center of São Paulo: 62km
Children’s Park (Indaiatuba)
Just over an hour from the capital, this is another of São Paulo’s free parks, perfect for entertaining the little ones on hot days.
As well as a playground, green labyrinth, zip lines and picnic tables , the space has a super complete water park where children can have fun on the slides and water slides. There are also changing rooms, lockers and a snack bar.
Children from 0 to 15 years old can play in the park with a guardian. All you have to do is register in advance on this website.
🗓 Wednesday to Sunday, including public holidays, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
📍 Avenida Engenheiro Fábio Roberto Barnabé, 3379 – Jardim do Valle II, Indaiatuba/SP
Approximate distance from the center of São Paulo: 103 km
Planalto Park (Carapicuíba)
Finally, our tip is the Carapicuíba Children’s Water Park , very close to the West Zone of São Paulo. The space is part of Parque do Planalto, which was already very complete, with a playground, soccer fields and benches for relaxing. But now it’s even better, with a 50cm deep pool, slides and other water toys suitable for children aged 1 to 10.
There are toilets available and food kiosks for when you get hungry. There is no need to book in advance, but children must be accompanied by a guardian and identity documents must be presented for both adults and children. It is only possible to play in the Water Park in swimwear.
🗓 Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
📍 Rua Serra de Mailasqui – Jardim Planalto, Carapicuíba/SP
Approximate distance from the center of São Paulo: 32km
Sesc Itaquera
Unlike the other parks on the outskirts of São Paulo, Sesc Itaquera is located on the east side of the capital. This water park is free for those who have access to the Sesc card. There, visitors will find five pools, waterfalls, fountains, streams, a bridge and eight water slides, spread over an area of 16,000 m².
Opened in 1990, the attraction is a hit with São Paulo residents who want to cool off without having to go far. It also offers lockers for bathers to store their belongings.
🗓 Wednesday to Sunday, 9am to 5pm
📍Avenida Fernando do Espírito Santo Alves de Mattos, 1000 – Itaquera
Approximate distance from the center of São Paulo: 20km
