When the weather gets hot and the temperatures soar, all we want to do is find a good place to cool off, right? How about setting aside a weekend to visit (and enjoy) a water park in São Paulo, close to the capital? If you have children or just like to have fun in a pool, this article is for you!
Water park in SP: choose your favorite and enjoy!
Wet’n Wild
Perhaps the best known among São Paulo residents, this water park is located just 75 km from the city of São Paulo, in Itupeva. In addition, Wet’n Wild has more than 25 attractions for the whole family and is a great option for a day trip!
Thermas do Vale
This water park is located in São José dos Campos, 90 km from São Paulo. There are 13 swimming pools in all, but there are also several attractions for those who want to relax or go on adventures!
Magic City
Perhaps the closest to the capital, Magic City is a water park in Suzano, just 65 km from São Paulo. As well as offering water slides, heated pools and other water attractions, it also offers on-site accommodation.
Thermas Water Park
Among the water parks in São Paulo, this one is lucky enough to be in the city of Águas de São Pedro, 180 km from the capital, known for its abundance of thermal waters, i.e. those that are hot by nature.
Therefore, those who visit the park have the chance to enjoy naturally heated pools! What’s more, it’s the 7th most visited park in Latin America!
Castelo Water Park
This water park is 151 km from São Paulo, in Cesário Lange, just a few kilometers from the Castelo Branco highway. So it’s super easy to get to!
The coolest thing is that, in addition to all the attractions, it also has a replica of a real beach, with sand and salt water.
Vale Encantado Eco Park
Another water park option very close to São Paulo is Vale Encantado. This is because, located in the municipality of Biritiba-Mirim, just 86km from the capital, the park is one of the most complete and perfect for enjoying with the family!
Thermas da Mata
You can reach Thermas da Mata, located in Cotia, in half an hour. From the most extreme attractions to the most tranquil, the park offers different options to cool off and have fun. The park also offers accommodation!
Espaço das Águas
Espaço das Águas, in Jundiaí, is a free, pet-friendly water park that attracts families from São Paulo due to its proximity and refreshing options. Opened in 2024, the park offers attractions such as a waterfall, artificial beach, tricycle and pedal boats, providing a natural environment for fun.
Children’s Park
About an hour from the capital, Parque da Criança is in Indaiatuba and is another option among São Paulo’s free water parks. As well as a playground, green maze, zip lines and picnic tables, the space has swimming pools, waterslides and slides, making it perfect for entertaining children on hot days!
There are also changing rooms, lockers and a snack bar. Children from 0 to 15 years old can play accompanied by a guardian, but they must register in advance on the official website.
Planalto Park
The Carapicuíba Children’s Water Park, located near the West Zone of São Paulo, is also a great option. Part of the Parque do Planalto complex, it offers a shallow pool 50 cm deep, slides and water toys for children aged 1 to 10.
The water park also has toilets and food kiosks. Children must be accompanied by a guardian, who must present identity documents, and it is compulsory to wear swimwear to play in the park.
Thermas dos Laranjais
One of the most visited water parks in Latin America, this spa located in Olímpia has more than 55 attractions and thermal waters to enjoy a day of relaxation and fun in the park.
Hot Beach Olímpia
Like Thermas dos Laranjais, this water park is located in Olímpia, in the interior of São Paulo state. All year round, visitors come to Hot Beach to enjoy the warm waters and an artificial beach with white sand. It’s summer there every month!
Tauá Resort Atibaia
Finally, the traditional Tauá hotel is our tip for those looking for fun and relaxation in one place. Located in Atibaia, less than 2 hours from the capital, the place has indoor wet attractions and a huge water park with attractions for all ages. There’s a lazy river, for example, a wave pool and even a water rollercoaster!
