climbing wall
noun
: a wall specially designed for climbing and often built to simulate a rocky surface
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In addition to water activities, there are padel and tennis courts, a Muay Thai boxing ring, a climbing wall, beach games, and bicycles.
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Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
The museum's 2015 expansion included the addition of a three-story climbing experience that goes way beyond just a climbing wall, as well as an energy exhibit, an art studio, a huge outdoor area, and a teaching kitchen to get kids started on those necessary life skills early.
—Elena Donovan Mauer, Parents, 8 Feb. 2026
The two-story rock-climbing wall in the gym accommodates kids and is a fun option for families, but make sure to reserve in advance since the limited spots tend to fill up quickly (and private sessions can be pricey).
—Sara Liss, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
There will also be an adjacent concert hall with a capacity for up to 2,500 people, plus a climbing wall, alongside other sporting facilities.
—New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2025
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Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
The museum's 2015 expansion included the addition of a three-story climbing experience that goes way beyond just a climbing wall, as well as an energy exhibit, an art studio, a huge outdoor area, and a teaching kitchen to get kids started on those necessary life skills early.
—Elena Donovan Mauer, Parents, 8 Feb. 2026
The two-story rock-climbing wall in the gym accommodates kids and is a fun option for families, but make sure to reserve in advance since the limited spots tend to fill up quickly (and private sessions can be pricey).
—Sara Liss, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
There will also be an adjacent concert hall with a capacity for up to 2,500 people, plus a climbing wall, alongside other sporting facilities.
—New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2025
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“Climbing wall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/climbing%20wall. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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