8 Child - Friendly Cities to Visit in The USA

There’s nothing more exciting than laying your suitcases out to pack as you prepare to travel to some far-flung holiday destination, or even somewhere equally as thrilling in your country. Traveling with children can often be a stressful experience for even the toughest of parents, but knowing that you’re going somewhere fun for all the family tends to bring a happier mood to the vacation before it’s even begun.

Here we’re listing some of the top child-friendly cities in America for family vacations, taking into consideration factors such as the number of attractions in the city and how much they cost.

 Orlando

With bright lights, theme parks and cartoon characters galore, Orlando has to be one of the happiest places on earth to visit if you’re a child. Orlando boasts key memory-making locations such as Disney world, Sea World and the Animal Kingdom to keep children entertained throughout the day and night. There are various family travel offers when you book entrance to the theme parks in advance online, so you can always count the cost before setting your heart on Orlando’s world of adventure.

San Francisco

This city has been seen hundreds of times over in children’s movies, so it’s always a marvel to see landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge up close. San Francisco has a unique layout, being built in a hilly location, so kids and adults alike will enjoy traveling around on the tram network which spans the city, taking you to places the kids will love such as the Exploratorium and the Piers.

New York

An amazing experience for children of all ages, New York does have everything you could wish for. Not only is there a ferry ride across the waters to take in the Statue of Liberty which you can climb right to the top, but there are also some musical performances on Broadway such as Aladdin and The Lion King. Low-cost airlines fly in and out of this city daily, so it’s never hard to find a great priced flight for all the family.

San Antonio

Deep in the heart of Texas lays San Antonio, a city with much more to offer than just its historical past. There are a handful of museums to visit along with an animal park, and there's even a Six Flags here too. In addition to these great experiences, San Antonio provides bucketfuls of free fun that can be had by the little ones, from a stroll along the riverside to endless grassy play areas. Morgan’s Wonderland also sports a butterfly themed play area and an antique carousel.  

Chicago

The Windy City is an adventure hotspot for young families looking for a weekend of entertainment. Located right on the side of Lake Michigan, this city towers high above the countryside around it and allows children to frolic in places such as the Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium- both of which can take up a full day of themselves.

 Portland

This one is for the adventurous families who are lucky enough to have kids that can play outdoors with ease and don’t need any new-fangled gadgets to keep them amused. Portland is one of the nation’s beauty hotspots, and you’ll find coastal, and forest walks aplenty where you can hire bicycles to tour the natural trails the area has to offer.

San Diego

Situated on the West Coast, San Diego has an excellent climate just about all year round and provides fun by the seaside for your little nippers. Places like Coronado Beach at sunset are simply magical, and if you book flights online in advance, you’ll be saving a fortune, which is also valid for visiting parks in the area such as Sea World.

Washington DC

Just being in Washington is a real treat, and kids will love to take a stroll past (or even inside) the great White House or soak up the atmosphere by grabbing a hotdog from one of its many street vendors. Many children’s films make the area instantly recognizable, from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial.