Benidorm: Dinner with Show at Magic Robin Hood

The main event here is a medieval arena show built around the proclamation of John Landless as King of England. You watch knights, horses, swords, battles, and special effects while a dinner is served, so the evening feels more like a theatrical feast than a normal night out.

I like the strong family appeal and the way the story gives the spectacle a clear shape, from the royal ceremony to Robin Hood’s flight to Sherwood Forest. I also like the choice of seating packages, especially VIP, which can include front-row seats, cast and animal access, and alcoholic drinks. The main drawback is getting there: if you do not have a car, you may need a taxi.

Key points to know before booking

• John Landless becomes king: The story opens with a royal proclamation and a Charter of Liberties.
• Robin Hood gets the spotlight: You follow Robin to Sherwood Forest, where he meets Little John and the outlaws.
• Horses and swordplay drive the show: The 1.5-hour performance includes jousting, battles, weapons, and special effects.
• Dinner comes with the action: Standard meals include chicken, potatoes, vegetables, corn, chorizo, ribs, soup, snacks, and ice cream.
• VIP changes the evening: VIP includes front-row seating, extra food, alcoholic drinks, and a chance to meet cast members and animals.
• Language alternates: Commentary is presented in English and Spanish, so the story may not run in one language from start to finish.

A royal ceremony in 12th-century England

Magic Robin Hood sets the evening in 12th-century England, at a time when power, loyalty, and rebellion provide the raw material for a good stage fight. The story begins with the proclamation of John Landless as King of England, giving you a formal royal opening before the action turns toward Robin Hood.

A group of knights asks the King to sign a Charter of Liberties that grants rights to his subjects. That detail gives the plot a little more weight than a simple good-versus-bad-guy show. You get a tale about rulers, limits on royal power, and people forced to choose where they stand.

The show then turns to Robin Hood’s origins. Robin takes refuge in Sherwood Forest, where he forms a friendship with Little John, the leader of the outlaws. From there, the evening moves into the familiar Robin Hood world of loyal friends, danger, royal authority, and resistance.

You should not expect a quiet historical lecture. This is a stage adventure, told with action, broad characters, music, horses, weapons, and special effects. The period setting is there to make you feel transported, not to provide a detailed lesson in medieval politics.

What happens during the 1.5-hour show

The performance runs for about 90 minutes, a useful length for a dinner attraction. It is long enough to build a story and stage several action scenes, but short enough for children and adults who do not want a full evening at a theater.

The royal proclamation gives the performance its opening ceremony. Then the Charter of Liberties introduces a conflict between the King and the knights. As Robin’s story develops, he heads to Sherwood Forest and joins Little John and the outlaws.

The most active parts involve jousting, horses, sword fights, and battles. These scenes provide the main reason to choose this experience instead of an ordinary dinner show. The action happens as part of the story, so you are not simply watching a series of disconnected tricks.

The special effects add scale to the setting. They help turn a meal inside a hotel resort attraction into a visit to Nottingham Castle and Sherwood Forest. You will get the most from it if you enjoy live action and theatrical spectacle more than subtle acting or quiet historical detail.

The cast also involves the audience in the evening. One particularly useful feature for families is the sense that you are part of the royal occasion, rather than sitting through a performance that ignores the dining room. The show is designed to keep the room involved as the plot moves forward.

Standard dinner: plenty of familiar food

The standard meal is hearty and straightforward. Before the main course, you receive potato chips and nachos, assorted Coca-Cola soft drinks, cream of mushroom soup, and an assortment of chorizos and ribs.

The main course is roasted chicken with potatoes, grilled vegetables, and corn on the cob. Dessert is ice cream. This is familiar food, which works well for a mixed group with children or picky eaters.

Water and soft drinks are available at the open bar with the standard option. Alcoholic drinks are not included unless you choose VIP, so check the package carefully before paying. The difference matters if you want beer or sangria with dinner.

The meal is part of the entertainment rather than a separate restaurant experience. You are there for the combination of food and show, and the dishes are chosen to fit a medieval feast theme. If you want refined cooking or a long, leisurely meal, this is not the right choice. If you want filling food served alongside jousting and swordplay, it makes sense.

A practical point is the timing. Since the performance lasts 1.5 hours, dinner and action are closely tied together. You will not be sitting through several hours of courses. That keeps the evening moving, but it also means this is better viewed as a dinner attraction than as a formal dining event.

VIP seating and what you get for the extra cost

VIP is the more complete package. The meal includes snacks, vegetable soup, roast chicken, chicken skewer, roast pork ribs, roast potatoes, peppers, chorizo or sausage, corn on the cob, bread, and ice cream.

Beer and sangria are included with VIP, which makes the package more appealing to adults. You also receive front-row seats, according to the package experience described for the show. That puts you closer to the horses, swordplay, and action.

VIP can also include a drink with a small snack selection before the main meal, plus a chance to meet members of the cast and animals involved in the show. Those extras give the package a more personal feel, especially for children who want to see the performers and horses up close.

You should compare the package details at the time you book. The standard option already includes a substantial meal and the full performance, so VIP is mainly about location, access, and drinks, not simply getting a much better story.

If front-row seating is important to you, VIP is the safer choice. The front rows can also mean more direct contact with the action, which some families love. If you prefer a little distance from horses, weapons, and loud scenes, standard seating may suit you better.

Is the $55 price good value?

At about $55 per person, this is not a cheap dinner, but the price covers two separate parts of an evening: the meal and a 1.5-hour live show with horses, action scenes, and special effects. That makes the value easier to judge than the food alone.

I would not book this for the dinner by itself. The food is hearty and plentiful, but it is the performance that gives the ticket its purpose. You are paying for a themed night out, not a high-end meal.

For a family, the price can make sense because the show gives children something to watch while everyone eats. The story, animals, costumes, and physical action also give adults more to enjoy than a basic character meal or stage performance.

VIP is worth considering if you want alcoholic drinks included, prefer front-row seats, or value meeting the cast and animals. If you mainly want the story and dinner, standard admission may be the better deal.

The package structure is helpful because you can match the experience to your priorities. Think of standard as the full show with a solid meal. Think of VIP as the closer, more social version of the same evening.

Getting to Magic Robin Hood from Benidorm

The main practical concern is transport. The attraction is in the Valencian Community near Benidorm, but it can be difficult to reach without a car. A taxi may be necessary if you are not driving.

That extra ride changes the true cost of the evening. Add transport to the $55 ticket before deciding if the outing fits your budget. If you are traveling as a family or small group, splitting a taxi may make the trip easier to justify. The supplied details do not give a specific fare or travel time, so check your route before booking.

You should also check the available starting time. The show lasts 1.5 hours, but the start time can vary. Confirming the time matters if you need to arrange a taxi in both directions.

Pets are not allowed. That is a simple rule, but it matters if you are planning a full evening around the attraction.

English and Spanish commentary

The show alternates between English and Spanish commentary. You should not expect every spoken section to be delivered entirely in English.

The action helps bridge the language gap. Jousting, horses, swordplay, and physical comedy are easy to follow even when you miss a line. The basic story is also familiar enough that the royal proclamation, Robin’s escape, and the Sherwood Forest setting are clear.

Still, the language choice may matter if you want to follow every plot detail. English and Spanish are the stated languages, and the host or greeter service is also available in both. Families with mixed language needs can usually understand the broad story, but the alternating commentary is worth knowing in advance.

Who will enjoy this evening most?

This is a strong choice for families with children, particularly those who enjoy horses, battles, costumes, and stories with clear heroes and villains. The food is familiar, and the performance keeps the evening active.

It also suits adults who want an easy night of entertainment rather than a serious theater production. The cast, animals, special effects, and audience involvement make it a social outing with a medieval theme.

Solo visitors can enjoy it too. The show does not depend on having a large group, and the entertainment carries the evening. The experience is especially appealing if you like theatrical attractions and do not mind joining a room full of people watching the same action.

You may want to skip it if you are looking for a quiet meal, detailed historical interpretation, or sophisticated cuisine. The show is broad and energetic by design. Its pleasure comes from the setting and action, not from subtle realism.

Small details that can shape your choice

The meal is designed to be hands-on and informal. The VIP experience includes food such as chicken, pork ribs, chorizo, potatoes, peppers, and corn, and the dining style can feel more like a medieval feast than a standard restaurant meal.

You should also think about how close you want to be to the performance. Front-row VIP seating gives you the best position for seeing the action, but standard seating may feel more relaxed for people who prefer not to be right beside the spectacle.

The 1.5-hour duration is a plus for families with limited patience. You get a complete story without committing to a long evening. It also works well as a single planned activity during a Benidorm stay.

The show has an upbeat, participatory tone. You may be called into the mood of the royal ceremony, and the audience is treated as part of the occasion. That involvement is one of the experience’s strongest features, but it may not appeal to someone who prefers to watch quietly from the sidelines.

Should you book Magic Robin Hood?

Book it if you want a fun, active dinner show with horses, sword fights, battles, and a simple Robin Hood story. The $55 price is reasonable when you value the full 1.5-hour production and meal together, especially for a family.

Choose VIP if front-row seats, alcoholic drinks, extra food, and contact with the cast and animals matter to you. Choose standard if you mainly want the show and a filling dinner at the lowest package level.

Before booking, check the show time, confirm how you will get to Magic Robin Hood, and remember that the commentary alternates between English and Spanish. With those points settled, this is a good Benidorm evening for anyone who prefers a lively medieval spectacle to a routine meal.

FAQ

How long does the Magic Robin Hood dinner show last?

The show and dinner experience lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

What story does the show tell?

The story follows the proclamation of John Landless as King of England, the request for a Charter of Liberties, and Robin Hood’s move to Sherwood Forest, where he meets Little John and the outlaws.

Is the show available in English?

Yes. The experience is offered in English and Spanish, but the commentary alternates between the two languages.

What food is included with the standard option?

Standard dinner includes potato chips, nachos, assorted soft drinks, cream of mushroom soup, chorizos, ribs, roasted chicken, potatoes, grilled vegetables, corn on the cob, and ice cream.

What drinks are included?

Standard options include water and soft drinks. Beer and sangria are included only with the VIP option.

What does the VIP option include?

VIP includes a larger selection of food, alcoholic drinks such as beer and sangria, front-row seating, and access to meet cast members and animals involved in the show.

Are pets allowed, and can I cancel?

Pets are not allowed. You can cancel up to 1 day and 12 hours in advance for a full refund.