The best cities to visit with kids

Singapore, Southeast Asia, Manchester, UK, Copenhagen, Denmark, Portland, USA, Rome, Italy, Dublin, Ireland, Los Angeles, USA, Edinburgh, UK, Buenos Aires, Budapest, Hungary, Amsterdam, Holland, Lisbon, Portugal, Paris, France, Stockholm, Sweden

City breaks tend to be hugely popular with child-free singles, couples, and groups of friends, but parents with young kids often ditch the big cities in favor of beach resorts or trips to the countryside. But having kids, toddlers, or babies along for the ride really doesn't have to mean taking city breaks off the travel agenda. Many cities around the world have a host of attractions aimed squarely at family visitors, along with stroller-friendly sidewalks and restaurants that make junior diners feel like valued customers.

Ready for some inspo for your next family trip? Click through the gallery to discover the best cities to visit with kids.

Singapore, Southeast Asia

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Singapore is absolutely packed with attractions and activities aimed at families with kids. The year-round warm weather means you can travel light, and there are countless kid-focused restaurants as well as a wealth of theme parks, gardens, and even the world's second-largest Ferris wheel. 

Manchester, UK

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Another northern English city that's well-geared up for kids, friendly Manchester has excellent kid-friendly museums, and the city center is built around a large green space with splash-able fountains. A modern tram system is fun to ride and makes getting around a cinch for families. Soccer-loving kids will appreciate the chance to visit the stadiums of Manchester City and Manchester United. 

Copenhagen, Denmark

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The Danish capital is safe, scenic, and filled with family-friendly attractions. One major highlight is Tivoli Gardens—an oasis of green space in the city, filled with beautifully-designed rides and amusements.

Portland, USA

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Portland, Oregon has a reputation as a hipster hub, but it's a great destination for families too. There are tons of parks to explore, and a host of hands-on educational attractions such as the World Forestry Center Discovery Museum. 

Rome, Italy

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Kids of toddler-age and above will love the opportunity to step right into Rome's fascinating history at the Coliseum and see the home of the pope at Vatican City, plus the abundant ice cream is a delicious way for the whole family to cool down after a hot day's sightseeing.  

Dublin, Ireland

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Friendly Dublin is a fun place for a family trip. There's a huge number of hands-on museums and immersive tours, a mouth-watering chocolate museum, and Ireland's largest zoo. And when it comes to eating, the city's many traditional pubs are wonderfully informal places for a hearty lunch (and a pint of Guinness for the grownups).  

Los Angeles, USA

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The home of movie stars, the Hollywood sign, Disneyland, and Universal Studios, Los Angeles won't be a hard sell for kids. It has a whole lot more to offer, too, including peaceful botanical gardens, an enormous interactive Children's Museum, and, of course, bright blue skies. 

Edinburgh, UK

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This ancient Scottish city is a fun place to explore as a family. Visits to the castle feel like stepping back in time, bagpipe players and other street artists keep everybody entertained, and the city takes great pride in its fish and chips!

Buenos Aires

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Argentina's colorful capital is an exciting place to visit with kids. The street tango dancers are an enthralling spectacle at any age, and many restaurants have staffed playrooms so that the kids can burn off energy while their parents finish their meal. A history of Italian settlers means that there's excellent ice cream on virtually every corner, too. 

Budapest, Hungary

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Budapest is a year-round destination for families—expect plenty of outdoor public pools for cooling down during the summer, and pretty ice rinks in the winter. Budapest's extensive public transport system is easy to navigate with strollers, and taking a boat trip down the Danube River is a scenic way to see this gorgeous family-friendly city. 

Amsterdam, Holland

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Amsterdam might be well-known for its adult-oriented activities, but it's great for a family trip. The flat, canal-side roads are a breeze to navigate with a stroller, and the many cycle lanes are safe for all ages. Adults with older kids can take a powerful history lesson at the house where Anne Frank wrote her famous diary. 

Lisbon, Portugal

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Europe's sunniest capital is also one of the prettiest. Clattering trams take the legwork out of exploring the steep cobbled streets, and attractions such as the hilltop castle, an awe-inspiring monastery, and an epic aquarium will impress all ages. 

Paris, France

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The Eiffel Tower is impressive whether you're five or 55, and it's just one of the big-ticket attractions that make Paris a good bet for a family break. Pack babies into a sling to admire the many galleries and museums, although older children may be more excited about Disneyland Paris!

Stockholm, Sweden

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Safe, scenic Stockholm is an extremely family-friendly city. Kids will be made to feel welcome in restaurants, streets and public transport are easy to manage with strollers, and the city has a plethora of interactive museums and exhibitions. 

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