5 Best Cities to Travel With Kids Around The World
With summer vacations just a few months away, it’s time to get planning the annual family vacation. Keeping kids entertained while travelling can be quite a challenge. Not if you pick the right destination though. Some cities are far friendlier to kids than others, offering plenty of attractions to keep them busy. To help plan, here are five kid-friendly cities, perfect for family vacations.
Singapore
For a city that loves to plan, meticulous Singapore hasn’t forgotten the kids. From its immaculately designed, buggy-friendly pavements to fantastic public transport, Singapore ensures that travelling with kids is easy and fun. As for things to do with kids, there’s no dearth of options. The city spoils you with amusement parks likes Universal Studios Kidzania, and Wild Wild Wet, gardens like Far East Organisation Children’s Garden and Gardens by the Bay, zoos like Jurong BirdPark, Night Safar, Marine Life Park, and museums like National Gallery Singapore and Singapore Art Museum.
Hong Kong
Despite being a fast-paced financial hub, Hong Kong is a delight for children. The city’s chaos and crowds can make it challenging to roam with kids and strollers. And if you’re visiting in summer, the heat can be a kill joy too. Give the city a chance though, because there’s plenty to do. Of course, there’s the famed Hong Kong Disneyland. Beyond that, there’s Ocean Park, Trick Eye Museum, the Big Buddha, Geopark, train ride up to Victoria Peak and lots more.
Dubai
Dubai is literally a playground for children. It offers a plethora of activities and attractions that can keep you and the kids busy for days. From desert safaris to amusement parks, Dubai is a kid’s dream come true! How can it not be when the city pampers them with Lego Land, Ski Dubai, beaches, aquariums, amusement parks, water parks, museums, giant fountains, and much more!
London
There are few cities that can keep both children and adults hooked for days. London is one of them. All kiddie adventures in London always begin with all things Harry Potter, naturally. For more kiddie fun head to Kidzania, take a 2.5-hour chocolate tour, visit Lego Land, and meet Shrek at Shrek’s Adventure. Apart from that there are some of the world’s finest museums to explore like British Museum, the Museum of Natural History, and Science Museum. Finally, get acquainted with British history at the Tower of London, Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace. Don’t forget to enjoy a classic British picnic in one of the city’s many parks and gardens.
Sydney
Unlike cities like Dubai and Hong Kong that focus more on amusement parks and indoor activities, Sydney offers a great mix of indoor and outdoor activities for kids. You can explore museums and the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, have wild encounters at the Wildlife Park and Taronga Zoo, get an adrenalin rush at Luna Park, have a picnic in Royal Botanic Gardens, build sandcastles on the beach, and take the coastal walk from Bondi to Bronte.
