Welcome to Terra Mítica, an ancient Mediterranean theme park set in scenic Benidorm within Spain's Comunitat Valenciana. Originally opened in 2000, you will step into historic realms inspired by classical antiquity. The park experienced significant operational changes over the years, including management under Paramount Parks in the early 2000s before transitioning to independent operation. Today, you can explore a grand destination designed to transport you straight into ancient legends across a variety of themed environments.
Your journey through Terra Mítica is organized across distinct thematic areas that highlight history and culture: Egypt, Greece, Rome, Iberia, and the Islands of the Mediterranean. Additionally, the park features Ocionía, an entrance-adjacent area with themed shops and branded dining, alongside Atalaya, an outdoor adventure and obstacle course. Depending on when you visit, sections like Iberia Park offer specialized access, providing a versatile environment whether you are looking for outdoor challenges, shopping, or themed entertainment.
Terra Mítica offers 25 total rides along with an extensive line-up of high-production live shows. You can experience dramatic performances like Espartaco, Honor y coraje in the Circus Maximus venue, featuring projection mapping, stunts, horses, and gladiator battles. You can also explore walk-through attractions like the Arde Troya horror passage. Whether you are traveling as a family, seeking live historical entertainment, or planning a stay at the on-site Luxor Hotel, the park caters to guests looking for immersive Mediterranean storytelling.
01 Signature rides & attractions
The park’s headline rides across its themed areas. Confirm heights and any single-rider lines on the day.
Compiled from Wikipedia · a full ride-by-ride list per themed area is on the way.
Park map
The free OpenStreetMap layer below shows the park and its surroundings — entrances, themed areas, car parks and access roads. Zoom in for detail; the official ride-by-ride park plan is linked below.
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL, free). Official park maps are copyrighted — we link to them.
02 Tickets & prices
Ticket prices for Terra Mítica change by date and season, and the park sells single-day, multi-day and annual passes — buying online in advance is almost always cheaper than at the gate, and popular dates can sell out. Check the official site for live pricing before you travel.
We deliberately don’t list prices that change daily — the ticket button leads to live, up-to-date pricing.
03 Where to stay
On-site and resort hotels put you right at the gates — often with early park access — turning the visit into an easy two- or three-day trip.
An on-site hotel that opened in 2016 for park guests.
04 Best time to visit & opening times
| Season | When | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Summer | June to early September | Open almost daily from 10:30 am until 8:00 pm, 9:00 pm, or 10:30 pm. |
| Off-Peak | Selected days in May, October, and November | Open from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm. |
| Winter | December through April | The park is completely closed during these months. |
Opening times vary by day · Last updated: 2026-09-12 · check before you travel
05 Themed areas
Each area has its own theming — architecture, food and rides. Half the fun is simply walking through.
Good to know
- The park is divided into themed sections, including Terra Mítica and Iberia Park.
- Atalaya provides an outdoor adventure obstacle course right next to the park entrance.
- Major live entertainment includes gladiator battles and projection mapping at Circus Maximus.
- The entire park is closed throughout the winter months from December to April.