City Takes — Urban Vacations for Families

City Takes Family Travel Files Logo View this page for family vacation ideas and advice about planning a vacation in the city. Urban holidays have the potential to be loaded with fun meant to be shared with kids. Cities offer hands-on museums and live theatre; great eateries and marvelous ambiance. Consider Miami, New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco. Think about Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, or London. 

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Toronto: The Royal Ontario Museum - Vacation in Mesopotamia with Your Kids.

Family fun and learning coincide at the acclaimed exhibition “Mesopotamia” debuting at the ROM this summer. [Read More]

London: The Chesterfield Mayfair, Share A Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea with Your Children.

What better way to celebrate Charlie and the Chocolate Factory the newest stage musical inspired by Roald Dahl’s much loved book? Take time to havie the perfect Wonka tea with a young companion. [Read More]

France: Paris, Six Great Reasons for Families to Share Summertime in the City.

Thinking about a family vacation in Paris? Our Paris travel expert, Isabelle Southgate, shares her thoughts about creating the perfect family vacation in Paris. [Read More]

England: London, Summer Theatre News for Families.

London is a terrific family vacation choice for anyone who enjoys a getaway with urban energy, history, and best of all world-class theatre. [Read More]

Spain: Barcelona, Best Family Vacation Museum Stops in the City.

Imagine a family vacation in a living museum with art and architecture defining almost every street, park and boulevard with street musicians, food vendors and family-friendly cafés creating a delightful sense of place. The city is pure fun by the sea. [Read More]

France: Paris, Family Vacation Green Spots in the City.

The “City of Love” is also the city of green. Parisians love their parks and gardens and it shows. Everyone enjoys shade trees, lively fountains, and awesome gardens along with playgrounds, carrousel rides, puppet shows, and ice cream. [Read More]

France: Paris, Family Vacation Travel Advice - Getting Around Paris.

The best way to see Paris is on foot even with kids. The compact city center offers wide boulevards, parks and shady community squares with oodles of nooks, art, bakeries, and cafes to be discovered. [Read More]

Washington DC: A Family Vacation on a Budget – Free and Fun Stuff.

For a city destination Washington DC has a terrific high value and low cost ratio making a family vacation bargain. When looking for entertainment in DC, one thing’s for sure: you don’t have to spend a dime. [Read More]

Georgia: Atlanta, Fernbank Museum of Natural History: See Extreme Mammals!

View this page for details about the newest exhibition at Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Atlanta and view family vacation offers from hotels in the area. [Read More]

England: London, Harry Potter Studio Tours - Best Fun Ever.

Great news for Harry Potter fans. The magic does not have to fade according to Warner Brothers Studios. The much anticipated London studio will be open to muggles in April. [Read More]

France: Paris, Family Vacation Idea – Spring Break Shopping in Paris.

For anyone with shopping skills and a love for the sport of shopping, Paris offers the means to create your own kind of fun. The city oozes with possibilities to enjoy window shopping and cafe time or serious shopping for bargains. [Read More]

Spain: Barcelona, Family Vacation Ideas – Beaches, Art, and a Spanish Galleon.

Barcelona is a city made for families becuase it is easy to create your own urban adventure moving about the city by bus, boat, cable car, helicopter, tram, or horse-drawn carriage. [Read More]

California: Oakland, Family Vacation Ideas – Stargazing, Zoo Safaris, and an Asian Connection.

For families looking for an easy- paced, affordable, urban adventure Oakland delivers one-of-a-kind Northern California experiences – fresh, lively and rewarding. [Read More]

Washington, DC: Away for the Holidays with Family Vacation Fun & Holiday Cheer.

It's never too early to start planning that Winter Break vacation, and DC is putting together a lineup of festive, fun-filled and family-friendly events and happenings. [Read More]

Texas: Dallas, Perot Museum of Nature & Science – A Big Wow for Families!

From dinosaurs, gigantic gems and a leap frog forest to wild weather, virtual sports and 3D adventures underground and through space, Dallas’ Perot Museum captures the spirit of science and excites all ages. [Read More]

England: London, Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland Creates Holiday Magic.

Perhaps the most exciting outdoor event of the season, Winter Wonderland presents an enchanting and festive atmosphere meant for families to share. [Read More]

Washington DC, Family Vacations - Go Where the Shopping Is Terrific.

The neighborhoods of Washington, DC have become the place to go for unique shopping. Home furnishings, shoe stores, and food emporia are tucked between cafes and row houses in Dupont Circle and on Capitol Hill. [Read More]

Washington DC: Family Vacations with Rockets, Dinosaurs, and a Panda.

DC offers enough fun stuff for families to fill a book. Our action list focuses on the best places to enjoy science and nature including the best options for families. [Read More]

Virginia: Alexandria, Family Vacation Ideas - Kayaking, Archaeology Digs, and Living History.

The friendly atmosphere makes the city an ideal base for an urban family vacation. It offers a small town atmosphere with easy access to Washington DC museums, entertainment, and events. [Read More]

Virginia: Alexandria, Free or Almost Free Family Vacation Fun.

Located on Potomac River just outside of Washington, D.C., offers families bikes trails, scavenger hunts, street festivals, and living history all for free or almost free, making it easy to have fun and stay on budget. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Crowne Plaza Beach Hotel - Hollywood, FL

Shop, Play, Relax, and Explore.Fodor's named Hollywood Beach one of the best for families. [Read More]

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Hilton Garden Inn - Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee Hotel Packages for the whole family. [Read More]

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Wingate Austell - Atlanta, GA

Nearest Hotel To Six Flags Over Georgia. A refreshing blend of convenience, value, and warm, Southern hospitality. [Read More]

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Best Western Hawthorne Terrace - Chicago, IL

Family fun in America’s “Second City” shopping, theater, and city sights. [Read More]

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Don Valley Hotel & Suites - Toronto, ON

Stay with us for fun with the family. Great family packages all year long. [Read More]

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Hampton Inn Airport West - Miami, FL

Offering complimentary shuttle service to and from Miami International Airport and parking and transportation services to the Port of Miami for cruises. [Read More]

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Hyatt Regency Century Plaza - Hollywood, CA

Park, Play and Stay Package. [Read More]

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Wyndham Galleria - Atlanta, GA

Indulge in an Atlanta vacation, and find great hotel packages and deals. [Read More]

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Intercontinental Century City - Los Angeles, CA

Insider Shopping a.k.a. Fashionista Package.Experience life on the A-list shopping Beverly Hills with celebrity stylist Alyson Scott. [Read More]

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Avenue Suites Hotel - Washington, DC

All Suites In Georgetown, a perfect place for families. [Read More]

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Super 8 City of Commerce - Los Angeles, CA

Show your ticket and get 10% off room rate. [Read More]

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Wyndham Garden Manhattan Chelsea - New York City, NY

An escape from the ordinary. [Read More]

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Best Western Grant Park - Chicago, IL

Great urban location with affordable rates. [Read More]

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Daddy O Hotel - Miami, FL

A true four-star boutique hotel with easy access to the Bal Harbour Shops and Haulover Beaches. [Read More]

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Sorrento Hotel - Seattle, WA

Luxury, Comforts, and Convenience. [Read More]

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