The USA is one of the best family-friendly destinations. It can give a lot of impressions from visiting amusement parks, attractions, zoos, oceanariums and museums to you and your children. The amazing attractions can be found in every state, and practically, in each big city of the country – there are more than a hundred of such entertainment facilities in America. If you have a big group, check out 12 passenger VAN rentals to ensure everyone has comfortable and safe room to travel.
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Before you plan your route, check out the five cities of America that are great for relaxing with your kid. By the way, it’s recommended to travel by car from Enterprise USA in order to avoid any transport issues during your trip. Car rental is the best way to travel around the USA.
Kauai, Hawaii
Hawaii is a great option for families with children. Just go to the islands to see how the locals live, and get acquainted with the traditions. One of the perfect spots to go with your child is Kauai Island full of canyons, dozens of colorful safe beaches, quaint cliffs, and a fantastic oceanfront views. Rescuers on the beaches are on duty around the clock.
While you learn Hawaiian dancing or go exploring the underwater world of the island, lifeguards on the beach will take care of your children. Stop your choice on the wide sandy Hanalei Beach with a well-developed infrastructure and plenty of entertainment for children.
For example, you can go to the volcanic island of Oahu and visit the Sea Life Park with sea animals. It’s also advisable to go to the mini-zoo, which is located in the rainforest, to ride a pony.
Washington DC
As you know, Washington is the business capital of the United States, but even there you and your child won’t be bored. At first, there are a lot of attractions in the city that can be visited for free. Secondly, in 20 minutes’ drive from the city you’ll find Six Flags Amusement Park where you can ride on a roller coaster and other attractions, as well as visit the water park in the summer.
Also, you can walk to the White House and fully see the President of the United States, who landed onto the lawn by helicopter home. And, of course, the museums in Washington: the Museum of Natural History, the interactive National Children’s Museum, and the Spy Museum.
Then go to the Smithsonian Zoo and the Insect Zoo, relax in the city’s parks and squares. Older kids will have interesting excursions to the Capitol or the Library of Congress.
Chicago, Illinois
Although Chicago is known as a city of gangsters and mafias, there’s nothing of the kind there, at least now. In this city, you and your children won’t be bored. In this multi-million city there are such entertainment venues that are known to the whole world: Millennium Park, Six Flags amusement park with nine themed areas and picnic areas, Navy Pier amusement park with a huge observation wheel, Legoland entertainment center, John Shedd Aquarium and the mass of urban areas for recreation with children.
Lincoln Park has a free zoo where you can see polar bears and seals. In each place a lot of restaurants and cafes at affordable prices are at your disposal.
San Diego, California
California is perfect for a holiday with children. You can go to Los Angeles and visit the Universal Studios amusement park, Disneyland in Anaheim or the Monterey Aquarium. There are many great hotels right near Disneyland for you and your family to stay at, like the Hyatt House Cypress/Anaheim. Also, you can go to San Diego whale watching, and combine a holiday by the sea with a visit to the entertainment centers of the city.
First of all go to the world famous zoo, where you go on a safari in the real habitat of animals. Then head to the real aircraft carrier USS Midway, which is the museum ship, to the Aviation Museum at the real military base of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar with dozens of aircrafts of the World War II. Especially it will be interesting for boys.
In the Sea World water park you’ll be able to have fun all day long at the water rides and watch shows with killer whales and dolphins. Legoland is also a property of San Diego, on the vast area of which there are whole Lego-cities and various expositions created from tens of millions of Lego cubes.
Orlando, Florida
Undoubtedly, the most attractive place that is suitable for families with children is Orlando. This is a real paradise of entertainment and recreation for tourists from all over the world, and the Americans themselves. The city has more than 80 amusement parks, including two Disneylands. Walt Disney World Resort is located a few kilometers away from Orlando.
Another amusement park, Sea World Orlando, is a theme park with marine life, animals and attractions. At the Shamu Stadium you will see an amazing show of killer whales, seals, sea cats and dolphins. If you wish, you can swim with dolphins and whales in a huge pool. Also, Orlando gives you an opportunity to go swimming on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, or enjoy boating in Lake Eola Park.
