37 Best Travel Destinations With Kids (Budget Friendly!)
Traveling with kids might seem tedious for most parents. But seeing my nieces and nephews thrive when traveling to new places trumps anything else.
I have even vacationed with my nephew, baby Noah in Malaysia, France, and Egypt. I loved every minute of my time with that little nugget!
My hubs Gerry with nephew, baby Noah
My lil bro with son, baby Noah in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza in Cairo, Egypt
You can start planning your next vacation by sifting through this list of 37 best travel destinations with kids to get ideas about which places fit your family travel plan comfortably.
I am the product of mixed ethnicity, thanks to my Indonesian, Malaysian, Singaporean, and British ancestors and my parents who travel a lot.
Even as a kid, I would travel with my family often.
I suppose this is one of the reasons why I have the travel bug with me as an adult. I love traveling and how it opens your eyes to perspectives you wouldn’t otherwise have seen if you were stuck in one place.
I can’t wait to have kids of my own and bring my mini Aishas and Gerrys on some of the most epic family vacations ever! In the meantime, I’ll settle with traveling with my sweetie pie baby feline Sandy.
My baby Sandy on the plane probably trying to choke out a question “Why are you strangling me, mommy?” (>-<)
Anywho, scroll away to see my list of 37 best travel destinations with kids!
Advantages For Your Kids With Travel Experience
Your kids will do well in school. Studies have shown kids who travel do better in school. Traveling to new places can open up and ignite your child’s curious little minds.
And hey! Your child might just turn out to be the little writer if a travel journal is involved!
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37 Best Travel Destinations With Kids:
1. Goldcoast, Australia
Goldcoast has so many great places to visit with your kids. It’s home to several theme parks. Dreamworld. Movie World. Wet n’ Wild. Sea World.
This place is also famed for its long sandy beaches and delicious fresh seafood!
Photo Credit: @shaet19 (Instagram)
Where To Stay:
- Sea World Resort (walking distance to Surfer’s Paradise beach, direct access to Sea World)
- Southern Cross Beach Front Holiday Apartments (great space for families, beach view, and a kitchen to boot! Just perfect to cater to your homemade meals for your family)
Things To Do:
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Admission with Brisbane River Cruise (you get to hug koalas, feed kangaroos, and see Brisbane concrete jungle from the river cruise)
- Whale Watching Tour (great for families with small kids, near Sea World, see humpback whales up close!)
Nearest Airport:
2. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – London, UK
My cousin’s kid playing in Princess Victoria’s room during a tour of Kensington Palace
London has many places of interest you can bring your kids to. For starters, London has so many historical monuments and attractions.
If your little muggles love Harry Potter, there’s a studio tour for Harry Potter! If your little explorers are into dinosaurs, the Natural History Museum has many prehistoric dino skeletons!
Where To Stay:
- Shangri-La The Shard London (less than 500m walk to London Bridge)
- 3 Bedroom Flat Primrose Hill (Camden Town area with many food options, kitchen – can cook your own food for your family, laundry facilities – perfect if you travel light and need fresh clothes daily)
Things To Do:
- London Hop On Hop Off Tour with River Cruise (tour London at your own pace, extensive areas covered)
- Natural History Museum London Guided Tour (see dinosaur exhibits, extensive worldwide historic relics)
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour The Making of Harry Potter (fun family activity, will get your whole family saying “wingardium leviosa” even if you’re not a Harry Potter fan – yet)
- Kensington Palace & Westminster Walking Tour (great family activity to learn about British culture and royal family history – cue the curtsey, Your Majesty…)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @viaggiaconduespicci (Instagram)
3. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona is a kid-friendly city where kids get to see Spanish culture in all its avant-garde architecture, delicious cuisines, and beautiful beaches.
Where To Stay:
- Mercedes Heritage Apartments (apartment with kitchen and bidets in bathrooms, 2-min walk to the nearest subway, and free wifi. Yay!)
- Salles Hotel Pere IV (stunning view of the city, walking distance to the beach and Metro station)
Things To Do:
- Park Guell and Sagrada Familia Tour (priority access to Sagrada Familia and Park Guell, option for pick up and drop off)
- Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour (option for 24h or 48h pass for sightseeing at your own pace, bus routes cover many attractions, and wifi on board!)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @balikidscorner (Instagram)
4. Bali, Indonesia
Bali is not only a place for lovebirds. It makes a great vacation spot for families with kids too! The culture is a big reason why you must go there.
Bali exposes your kids to beautiful beaches that are perfect for their little surfs, ancient ruins, local cultures, and free-roaming monkeys!
Where To Stay:
- The Village of Angel (a villa that’s perfect for large families)
- Grand Hyatt Bali (great location – near the airport and city center, sports activities – canoeing, tennis, diving, and 5 outdoor pools! Your kids will worship ya!)
Things To Do:
- Bali Full Day Tour (great family tour package and it covers many attractions)
- Half-Day Bali Cycling Tour (great for families with kids, ride through the countryside, and lunch in the middle of a paddy field!)
Nearest Airport:
5. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Sabah, Malaysia
My cousin with her girl, overlooking the serene Mount Kinabalu
Sabah is a melting pot of culture waiting to be explored. Many indigenous tribes live together in harmony. You must see the longhouses that are unique in Borneo.
Fun fact: Mount Kinabalu is the world’s third-highest island peak and is more than 16 million years old!
Where To Stay:
- Sepilok Nature Lodge (wifi may be a tad slow but that’s expected when you’re surrounded by jungles and a lake, and it’s a 6-min walk to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre)
- Kudat Golf & Marina Resort (wifi may be slow, but again, who cares when you’re in the presence of breathtakingly beautiful views? You’ll be too busy taking mental pictures of the view anyway)
Things To Do:
- Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre (a rare opportunity to see the endangered orang utan up close in their natural habitat)
- Kudat Peninsula Day Trip to Tip of Borneo (experience Borneo culture firsthand and mingle with the locals of Kota Belud, lunch in a longhouse)
Nearest Airport:
6. Paris, France
My cousin’s babies at the Eiffel Tower
Paris is another place that’s vibrant with trippy architecture and home to delicious croissants (kwah-son) and macarons! The public transport in Paris is pretty kid-friendly.
Tip: Carry light if you plan to walk and use public transport. Unfortunately, Paris is famed for pickpockets if you’re a tourist sightseeing on foot.
Where To Stay:
- Novotel Paris Porte Versailles (metro access, Eiffel Tower view)
- Disneyland Hotel (5 min walk to Disney parks? Disney character onsite? Fairytale-themed rooms? What??? Shut the front door! Oui, s’il vous plait!)
Things To Do:
- Disneyland Paris Entrance Ticket (Kids. Disneyland. Go wild)
- Paris Hop On Hop Off Tour with River Seine Cruise (great way to sightsee Paris in your own time, optional river cruise at night, Eiffel tow at night, optional Arc de Triomphe entry)
Nearest Airport:
- Paris Gare Du Nord (train station, if you’re coming or going back by train)
Photo Credit: @upcycles (Instagram)
7. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Cape Town, South Africa
Might as well teach your kids history while you’re at it, right? Cape Town is home to Nelson Mandela Museum who fought for freedom against the apartheid regime and became the 1st president for South Africa.
Capetown also has beautiful beaches with many activities that would excite your kids!
Where To Stay:
- The Capetonian – Halaal (walking distance to the Robben Island Ferry and the hotel is literally in the middle of the city center!)
- Urban Elephant. The Docklands (near Robben Island Ferry and the city center with a breathtaking mountain view to boot!)
Things To Do:
- Cape Malay Cooking Class (great family activity, Cape Malay dishes)
- Safari Game Drive (exciting family activity, wildlife spotting)
Nearest Airport:
8. Dubai, UAE
My cousin at Burj Al Arab with her baby
Dubai is such a modern futuristic city that it would blow your little habibis’ minds away to know that many many years ago, it was a vast desert!
The city is so developed that pretty much 90% of expats make up the population!
Public transport is super easy for your travel with kids.
Tip: Bring strollers or baby carriers as you’ll be doing a lot of walking. The Dubai Mall is one of the largest malls in the world!
Where To Stay:
- Jumeirah Beach Hotel (comes with access to Wild Wadi Waterpark and access to KiDS Club)
- Fairmont the Palm (free shuttle service to Dubai Mall, Mall of Emirates, near IMG World of Adventures, Motiongate, Legoland & Ski Dubai)
Things To Do:
- Dubai City Tour (water taxi, gold souk, spice souk, Jumeirah Mosque, Burj Al-Arab)
- Atlantis Aquaventure (comes with an entry ticket to Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark and The Lost Chambers Aquarium)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @imeig (Instagram)
9. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Seoul, South Korea
Lotte, the largest indoor amusement park in the world is located in Seoul. It’s a must-visit for families with kids as there are over 40 rides!
The free public library in one of the largest underground malls in Asia, COEX Mall, is the architectural marvel, Starfield Library.
Where To Stay:
- DoubleTree by Hilton Seoul Pangyo (luxurious family suite, vegetarian/vegan food option available)
- OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3 (great for families on a budget. And it’s super close to public transport!)
Things To Do:
- Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress 1-Day Tour (great tour package for families to experience traditional Korean villages, horseback martial arts, and traditional wedding ceremony)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @monikatpatel (Instagram)
10. Male, Maldives
Sun. Sea. Sand. Heaven on earth. What more can you ask? Once you’ve checked into your cute little chalet (or villa), you’ll never want to leave.
Sea walking is popular among tourists including children. The cost is between USD100 to USD150 per pax.
Where To Stay:
- Luxury 3 Room Apartment by Oboe (fit 7 to 8 pax)
- Equator Homestay (fit 6 pax)
- Sirene Belek Hotel (fit 4 to 6 pax, beachside)
Things To Do:
- Snorkeling and Island Hopping Tour (great way to get your tan in, just don’t forget the sunscreen. You’re going for tanned, not toasted.)
- Half-day Activity (island hopping, snorkeling, picnic, and underwater photos) (Woohoo!!! Had me underwater photos. I’m in.)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @jeansda_jeans (Instagram)
11. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Tokyo, Japan
Some of the fun things to do with your kids in Japan include theme parks like the Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios.
The famous Shibuya Crossing is also a great walk for your family.
Fun fact: Did you know for every 2 minutes, approximately 1,000-2,500 people make their way across Tokyo’s busiest crossing?
Where To Stay:
- Tokyo Stay Yotsuya Shinjuku (city center, subway access – 5 mins to the famous Shibuya crossing)
- Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama (great for families with options for Disney park view or bay view)
Things To Do:
- Disneyland/Disneysea 1-Day Pass with Private Transfer in Tokyo (Kids. Disneyland. Private Transfer, Your family’s heaven on earth)
- Shibuya All You Can Eat Food Tour (kid-friendly Japanese food tour. And you get to cross the iconic Shibuya Crossing with your family!)
Nearest Airport:
12. Auckland, New Zealand
My cousin’s kid experiencing her first snow
Fun fact: I lived here for 3 years and I’m also a permanent resident of New Zealand!
So I can attest to the fact that New Zealand has some of the best hiking places with the most beautiful nature views.
Where To Stay:
- Plateau Lodge (near Tongariro National Park, activities – skiing, hiking, cycling, paddling)
- Rainforest Retreat (surrounded by native bushes, rooms ranging from luxurious treetops to backpackers room)
Things To Do:
- Rowboat Rental in Brighton Dunedin (great family activity, go through creeks only accessible by boat)
- Geothermal and Freshwater Combo Family Pools (great family activity, fun way to introduce natural spring mineral bathing to kids)
Nearest Airport: Auckland Airport
Photo Credit: @abedinn19 (Instagram)
13. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
KL, as it is known in short, is a modern city with many skyscrapers. It’s also one of my hometowns!
KL never sleeps. You’ll surely find a restaurant open anytime if your kids decide to get hungry in the middle of the night amid their jetlags.
KL also offers a great walk for your family in the city center, admiring the concrete jungle. Aquaria KLCC and Petrosains in KLCC are places that will surely excite your kids.
Where To Stay:
- W Kuala Lumpur Hotel (next to KLCC, access to LRT/MRT, walking distance to KLCC Aquaria, many malls surrounding)
- Four Points By Sheraton, KL, Chinatown (your kids will thank you for the kiddie pool park and the iconic KLCC mall is within walking distance)
Things To Do:
- Kuala Lumpur City Full Day Tour (great tour package for families with kids and seniors)
- Cameron Highlands Day Tour (great family tour package including tea plantation, bee farm, strawberry farm & vegetable farm
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @throughdebslens (Instagram)
14. Reykjavik, Iceland
Two words. Aurora. Borealis.
Must see before you leave this earth. Also would be exciting for your kids to watch this phenomenon in real life.
Where To Stay:
- Alfred’s Apartment (apartment with airport transfer, kitchen, laundry and free wifi)
- Reykjavik Apartment (great for small families who are on a tight budget)
Things To Do:
- Whale Watching (because why not?)
- Lava Show (great for family, see real-life molten lava)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @laluxy (Instagram)
15. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Amsterdam is a great destination for your family. Some of the activities that you can try with your family are canal cruising and windmill spotting.
Where To Stay:
- Multatuli Hotel (part of the Canal Belt, a UNESCO World Heritage site, opposite the Central Railway Station, and walking distance to popular attractions)
- Cityden BoLo District (kitchen for when your kids want homecooked meals, near popular attractions)
Things To Do:
- Amsterdam Classic Boat Cruise With Live Guide, Drinks, and Cheese (canal tour that passes by historic sites like Anne Frank House, Leiden Square, and many more)
- Van Gogh Museum Exclusive Guided Tour With Reserved Entry (priority access tickets, study Van Gogh’s famous and lesser-known paintings, and paintings by artists influenced by Van Gogh)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @nina_garcia11_pa (Instagram)
16. Florida, USA
Miami offers many educational attractions such as museums, aquariums, and cruises.
Of course, Miami is a beach city and your kids will love the beaches.
Where To Stay:
- Walt Disney World Dolphin (fun for your kids)
- Miami Sunset City View 1809 (in the city center, great for small families)
Things To Do:
- Private Boat Ride In Miami (smaller group, more intimate, comfortable for your kids)
- Kennedy Space Center Adventure With Transport (will get your kids wanting to be astronauts by the end of this activity!)
Nearest Airport: Miami International Airport
17. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Beijing, China
My mum with my big sis on the Great Wall of China
China has many beautiful natural and historical places dating back to ancient dynasties.
The Great Wall of China is a must-see. I mean, why go at all if you’re not going to see one of the 7 wonders of the world, right?
Also, the Forbidden City in Tiananmen Square is the world’s largest palace complex!
You can even make a day trip to Shanghai Disneyland with your family.
Where To Stay:
- Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (near city center, subway access, smack in the middle of shopping hub, near Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square, transfer ride available to Universal Bejing)
- The Imperial Mansion (malls nearby, subway access, near Forbidden City & Tian’anmen Square)
Things To Do:
- Great Wall of China Tour (great way to burn your calories together as a family)
- Shanghai Disney Tour (Kids. Disney park. Nuff said.)
Nearest Airport:
18. Istanbul, Turkey
My cousin’s kid on a Bosphorus cruise
Istanbul is unique as it stands in the middle of 2 continents: Asia & Europe divided by a sea strait called Bosphorus.
I’d suggest going to the Europe side of Istanbul as that’s where most of the tourist attractions and historical places are.
Take the Bosphorus cruise where you get to enjoy scenic views of Asian on one side and European on the other side.
And take a big mental picture to appreciate the fact that you can say I’m in Asia, and then half a second later say I’m in Europe. Your children will appreciate you for this experience.
Where To Stay:
- Fer Hotel (location is so perfect, you won’t need a taxi or bus – 5 mins walk to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, access to metro train)
- Mest Hotel Istanbul Istanbul Sirkeci (right next to the Spice Market with breathtaking views of the Blue Mosque)
Things To Do:
- 1-day Istanbul Tour with Bosphorus Cruise (see historical sites in Istanbul all in one day)
- Best of Istanbul – 1, 2, or 3 Day Tour (private tour that covers all the important sites!)
Nearest Airport:
- Istanbul Airport (Istanbul European side)
- Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (Istanbul Asian side)
Photo Credit: @dublincoasttour (Instagram)
19. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Dublin, Ireland
Fun fact: I’m currently based and living in Ireland with my husband and cutie cat Sandy!
Where To Stay:
- Leenane Hotel (Ireland’s oldest coaching inn, wheelchair friendly)
- Castlemartyr Resort Hotel (rustic hotel adjacent to an old castle, fav among celebs!)
- St Aiden’s Guesthouse (family-run, access to the city center, access to public transport, direct bus to the airport, free halal breakfast every day – milk, cereals, fruit & bread)
Things To Do:
- Ghostbus Kids Tour (great family activity, Irish history, tales of Dublin’s haunts fit for kids)
- Dublin Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off (chill and laidback tour to fit your own time)
- Dublin Coastal Hike (cliffside scenic walk, great family outdoor activity)
Nearest Airport:
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20. Santorini, Greece
Great destination for families with older kids. Santorini has so many steps/stairs and walking around with your kids and many other people on small sidewalks can become exhausting quick.
Tip: Go to Oia if you want to get to the famous village that’s painted all-white.
Where To Stay:
- Porto Castello (great for your family if you’re on a budget, beachfront, and near Fira city center with a shuttle transfer)
- Santorini Palace (all-white hotel overlooking the Aegean Sea)
Things To Do:
- Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise (meals and transfers included. You get to snorkel too!)
- 6-Hour Private Best of Santorini Experience (great family bonding over ancient ruins)
Nearest Airport:
21. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Singapore
Supertrees at Gardens by the Bay
Singapore is in a league of its own. The small island country lives in the future. It has the world’s tallest indoor waterfall in its airport.
It’s also home to the stunning Cloud Forest at Gardens By The Bay and the luxurious surfboard roof hotel, Marina Bay Sands.
Public transport in Singapore is super efficient. Walking and cycling are also super easy as there are walkways for you to use.
Everywhere you look in the city, you’ll see bikes parked everywhere.
Where To Stay:
- Marina Bay Sands Singapore (luxurious family suite with free tickets to viewing deck)
- Hotel 81 Orchid (budget-friendly for families but the location is not ideal)
Things To Do:
- Gardens by the Bay Singapore (will get you thinking Singapore is a city from the future)
- Lion City Bike Tour of Singapore (perfect for families with adults only)
- Sentosa 4D Adventureland (great for families with kids)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @gothenberg_city_street_life (Instagram)
22. Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm is a kid-friendly city with access to public transport. It’s a pretty expensive city so opt for a prepaid travel card.
Stockholm offers many fun and interactive attractions for kids like the Skansen, which is the largest open-air museum and zoo and Grona Lund, which is Sweden’s oldest amusement park.
Where To Stay:
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel (great location – next to a train station, walking distance to the city center and the old town)
- Generator Stockholm (great location – walking distance to train station and shops, and… dogs are allowed in the hotel! Perfect if you travel with a support dog)
Things To Do:
- 3-Hour Walking Tour (You’ll even walk past the place where the Nobel Prize is decided)
- Viking History, Fika & Countryside Tour To Sigtuna And Uppsala (great bonding time for your family)
Nearest Airport:
23. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Cairo, Egypt
Must see the great pyramid of Giza! It’s one of the seven wonders of the world!
As a foreigner, it’s better if you and your family opt for a private transfer. It’s safer and you get to keep your peace of mind.
Where To Stay:
- The Nile Ritz Carlton (great view of the Nile river)
- Comfort Inn Giza (pyramids view)
Things To Do:
- Private Tour of Pyramids, Egyptian Museum & Bazaar (see that mummy you’ve only ever seen on TV, but now in real life!)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @expatalien (Instagram)
24. Moscow, Russia
There are so many places you can bring your kids to such as the Planetarium, and Red Square which almost looks like a Gingerbread house that came straight out of a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory movie.
Where To Stay:
- Safmar Grand Moscow (20-min walk to the Red Square)
Things To Do:
- Saint Basil Cathedral (located in the famous Red Square)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @charzykoh (Instagram)
25. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Busan, South Korea
Where To Stay:
- Plea De Blanc Hotel & Residence (beachfront but still near the city center)
- The BS Hotel Busan Station (near the city center and easy subway access)
Things To Do:
- Full-Day Busan Tour (visit 9 major Busan must-see attractions in 1 day)
- Korean Cooking Class With Ocean View (great way to spend time with your family, suitable for older kids)
Nearest Airport:
26. Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
My siblings and I on a ski trip in Bosnia
I had some of the best times of my life with my siblings here.
Bosnia has some of the best-hidden gems in Europe, yet to be discovered by the masses.
Must see: Bascarsija, Museum of Crimes Against Humanity and Genocide & Jahorina (skiing).
Where To Stay:
- Hotel Nomad (available airport transfer, sauna & hot tub, near – Sarajevo War Tunnel, Latin Bridge & Sebilj Fountain)
- Panoramic Travnik (river view, mountain view, skiing, cycling, playground, picnic area)
Things To Do:
- Travnik, Jajce Waterfalls & Jajce Mills Tour (2 hours from Sarajevo with beautiful culture, nature and roundtrip)
- War in Bosnia & Yugoslavia Study Tour (great educational family activity, War Tunnel Museum, Jewish cemetery, Ottoman-era Old Town, Trebevic Mountain)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @aidus92 (Instagram)
27. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – California, USA
Anaheim area is a great place to bring your family to. It’s home to the Happiest Place on Earth, Disneyland! ‘Nuff said.
Where To Stay:
- Howard Johnson By Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground (waterpark!!! And it’s right across from the first ever Disneyland!)
- The Hollywood Roosevelt (step outside the hotel and you’re already on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!)
Things To Do:
- Full-Day Iconic Sights Of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches, and More (fun day to spend with your family learning about American pop culture. Who knows… you might even catch a glimpse of Sasha Fierce or Deadpool!)
- Half-Day San Fransisco Bike Rental For The Golden Gate Bridge (fun fact – did you know that Cisco’s logo took inspiration from this bridge? Well, now you know!)
Nearest Airport:
- John Wayne Airport (airport in Anaheim)
28. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Hurghada, Egypt
My cousin’s kid in a Bedouin tent
You’ll be surprised to know that many of Hurghada’s tourists come from the UK! What’s not to love about this place? So many activities to do.
Hurghada is by the Red Sea and it’s also home to deserts.
Under a chosen package, it’s pretty affordable to book a set of activities in Hurghada.
For a family of 7, +/-USD1,000 could get you a transfer to all destinations, chartered glass boat in the Red Sea, snorkeling, quad biking in the middle of the desert, tea in a Bedouin tent, and camel rides.
Where To Stay:
- Neverland Hurghada (bungalow rooms surrounding 32 pools! Private beach! Waterpark so big, you don’t go anywhere outside of the hotel for a week!)
- Sheraton Soma Bay Resort (the hotel is on its own island! There are 2 pools and private beaches. You won’t even feel the need to go outside the hotel)
Things To Do:
- Hurghada Quad Bike (70km ride, experience Bedouin culture, tea break, camel ride in the middle of the desert)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @ayabeach (Instagram)
29. Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar is the perfect paradise island getaway you could ever ask for. Many mid-range to luxury hotels offer the best hospitality with activities available.
A safari tour on the Zanzibar island would also surely take your kids’ love for you to another level.
Where To Stay:
- Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE (luxurious stay with your family, daily breakfasts with halal options (great for you Muslims), and a 5-min walk to the beach)
- Nungwi Beach Resort By Turaco (ocean views and great family activities like fishing, snorkeling, buggy rides and scuba diving)
Things To Do:
- Zanzibar Spice Tour (spice farm tour with a local farmer)
- Rama Zanzibar Adventures (walking tour of the stone town)
Nearest Airport:
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30. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Your kids will be so excited to see a real-life volcano. There are also hot springs in some of the hotels at the foot of the volcano perfect for your family.
Where To Stay:
- Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs (mountain view, great location – near many popular sites)
- Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience (located right below the volcano!)
Things To Do:
- Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Full Day Tour (a full day of adventures awaits you!)
- North Fields Cafe: Craft Specialty Coffee And Chocolate Tour (see Costa Rica’s top 3 agri exports – coffee, sugarcane, and chocolate in a plantation, how they are processed, and… you get to taste ‘em too!)
Nearest Airport:
- Juan Santamaria International Airport (fly into San Jose, then you can take the ground transportation or a connecting flight to La Fortuna)
31. Hong Kong
My cousin with her kid at Hong Kong Disneyland
Home to Hong Kong Disneyland. Your kids will have the best time of their lives here.
Where To Stay:
- Dorsett Mongkok (near the city center, a 7-min walk to the nearest subway)
- Disney Explorers Lodge (a great outdoor pool and sea view, Hong Kong Disneyland is a stone’s throw away. Weeee!!)
Things To Do:
- The Dragon’s Back Hiking Tour (fun activity with your older kids)
- Hong Kong Disneyland 1-Day Entry With Transfer (Your kids will love seeing their favorite Disney characters and you will also love Tomorrowland if you’re a Marvel fan!)
Nearest Airport:
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32. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Washington D.C., USA
There are so many educational attractions for your family and your kids.
Carefully pick your hotel with a great location so that you and your kids can just walk to all the nearby attractions.
Where To Stay:
- Hotel Washington (walking distance to popular attractions – White House, Washington Monument, National Mall, and easy access to subway)
- Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters (great location, within walking distance to many popular sites)
Things To Do:
- Washington DC in 1 Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour (see important monuments and attractions in a day)
- Smithsonian Museums Tour With Reserved National Air & Space Entry (you get to visit 3 museums on this tour!)
Nearest Airport:
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33. Hanoi, Vietnam
Must see Hanoi train street where you and your family can catch the train swooshing along as it whizzes past you in the small and crowded marketplace.
Where To Stay:
- Bendecir Hotel & Spa (in the middle of the city center!)
- Hanoi Center Silk Classic Hotel & Travel (great location in the city center and the hotel showcases beautiful local heritage design throughout the building)
Things To Do:
- Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour (mixture of walking, minibus, boat, and cycling tours, and you’ll have lunch by the Ngo Dong River!)
- Hanoi Jeep Tours: Food + Culture (exploring the city in a Soviet-era jeep!)
Nearest Airport:
Photo Credit: @mmmy_bkk (Instagram)
34. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok is home to many ancient temples.
Pick a couple of temples to visit instead and you get to spend quality time with your family rather than zooming along the temple list you’ve prepared.
Where To Stay:
- Boulevard Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit (near the city center, subway access)
Things To Do:
- Ayutthaya Half Day Tour (great for families to see Khmer architecture, Ayutthaya history, boat tour, sunset)
- Bangkok By Night: Temples, Markets & Tuk Tuk Tour (great for families with small kids as there are fewer crowds and cooler weather)
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35. Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh is home to some of the best diving spots in the world. It also offers many activities suitable for children like snorkeling, ATV ride in the Sinai desert and hotels with waterparks to attract the kids.
Tip: Ensure your family’s safety at all times during water activities as sometimes, tour operators may take safety a little too lightly.
Where To Stay:
- Pickalbatros Royal Moderna Sharm “Aqua Park” (sea view, private beach, AND kids aqua park? Yes, please!)
- Amphoras Beach (private beach, endless water activities, and 6 swimming pools!)
Things To Do:
- Safari 5 In 1 Quads, Camels, Show, Dinner, And Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh (great activities for your older kids)
- Snorkeling Day Trip To Ras Mohamed And White Island (you’ll get to snorkel and see the world’s most beautiful coral reefs!!!)
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36. Best Travel Destinations With Kids – Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City is similar to Jakarta.
The hustle and bustle of the city (and tuk tuks) remind you every waking moment that you are in a foreign, yet rich with culture city.
Must-see places include the floating market at Tien River and Ben Tanh market where you can buy a fully tailored suit for less than USD150.
Where To Stay:
- Skyline View Residences at Landmark 81 (walking distance to Ben Thanh Market)
- Adora Art Hotel (literally in the heart of the city, might seem small to some but the hotel’s interior screams artsy fartsy which might be a nice change of scenery for your kids)
Things To Do:
- Ho Chi Minh City Tour (great for a small family as the tour is done in a private car)
- Cu Chi Tunnels Tour (see the famous teeny tiny underground tunnels the Viet Cong soldiers used in past wars, a great tour if you have a supermodel body, if not – forget this tour. Jk. Go see it.)
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37. Cappadocia, Turkey
Cappadocia is not only a romantic place for couples, it’s perfect for families with kids looking to have some quality bonding time.
The most popular activity is the hot air balloon which may or may not be your kids’ cup of tea.
Cappadocia also has beautiful fairy chimneys which would be a fun experience for your family.
Where To Stay:
- Mithra Cave Hotel (beautiful hot air balloons Cappadocia view, cave rooms – Ottoman/Greek style)
- Anatolian Houses Cave Hotel & Spa (breathtakingly beautiful hotel set in 8 fairy chimneys! Great location – right at the edge of the UNESCO-protected Goreme National Park)
Things To Do:
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour (A must! Excellent way to see the city in all its glory. Not for the faint-hearted though as the hot air balloon can go pretty high up)
- Cappadocia Cave Restaurant For Dinner And Turkish Entertainment (dinner whilst being entertained by a cultural dance? Sign me up!)
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There you have it, folks. Wait no more, start packing your bags, and go explore some of these 37 best travel destinations with kids.
Many great benefits are waiting to be explored!
Your kids will become more creative, adventurous, and comfortable with taking risks. The world is a melting pot of culture waiting to be explored.
The more you take your kids to travel, the more they will step out of their comfort zone and learn about the different cultures in the world.
Travel fosters great family bonding. Because let’s face it. There will surely be unexpected little hiccups during your travel with the kids. But that’s the best part!
How you and your kids handle issues during travel makes for great core memories forever imprinted in your minds.
Travel also encourages good social and communication skills. Well, you might never know! Your kid might pick up a foreign language or two, or three, or four! Even simple words to use in basic conversation count!
So get started on that travel journal for your kids. With any luck, that journal just might find its way on the New York Times best sellers book list!
When you get to your travel destinations, don’t forget to tag me on my Instagram! I love seeing your travel posts. =)
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