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Coimbra, Portugal -

Still flying under the travel radar compared to busy Portuguese cities like Porto and Lisbon, Coimbra is perfect for kids. Sunny plazas, riverside parks and gardens, walkable cobbled streets, and there's even a theme park featuring child-size versions of Portuguese cities and attractions. 

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Copenhagen, Denmark -

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.

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Portland, USA -

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. 

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Florence, Italy -

Adults can appreciate the stunning scenery and amazing architecture, and kids can enjoy feeling like they've stepped back in time. Florence is compact and walkable, and the historic downtown is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The incredible pizzas will be a major selling point for kids, too. 

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Amsterdam, Holland -

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. 

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York, UK -

The city of Vikings, York is great fun to visit with kids. The city's history comes to life at attractions such as the Jorvik Viking Center and the bloodthirsty York Dungeon, and there's a major rail museum where kids can admire centuries-old carriages used by royalty. 

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Manchester, UK -

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. 

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Rome, Italy -

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.  

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Barcelona, Spain -

The crazy Gaudí architecture at Park Güell will fascinate parents and kids, and Barcelona has a whole host of other attractions including a family theme park and even a chocolate museum. The aquarium and zoo are excellent, as are the beaches!

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Edinburgh, UK -

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!

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San Francisco, USA -

The rattling trams and iconic Golden Gate Bridge make San Francisco a pleasure to visit with kids, and the city has a huge number of fun-yet-educational attractions: the California Academy of Sciences is among the most popular museum in the city. 

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Vienna, Austria -

Beautiful Vienna is a treat for families at any time of year, and its outdoor ice rinks make it a lovely city for a family winter break. Carriage rides around the city's parks, admiring giant pandas in the zoo, and visiting the Children's Museum should all be high on the list. Kids under six travel free on public transport, too!

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Budapest, Hungary -

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. 

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Singapore, Southeast Asia -

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. 

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Seoul, South Korea -

Safe, clean, and walkable, Seoul has abundant parks and two major theme parks —Lotte World and Everland. Public transport is very easy to use with kids, and the whole family can enjoy local activities such as Karaoke singing and visiting a bathhouse. 

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Rouen, France -

One of the most historic cities in France, Rouen is easy to explore on foot, and the colorful buildings make it feel like stepping into a painting. The locals give children a warm welcome, and the delicious cakes and pastries make dining out feel like a treat. There's even a chance to see where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake!

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Melbourne, Australia -

Sunny Melbourne is jam-packed with family activities. There's a 3D art gallery, interactive museum, excellent aquarium and indoor ice-skating, and a branch of Legoland. And if the kids are acting up, there's always Old Melbourne Gaol, where they can play at getting arrested and locked up!

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Montreal, Canada -

Hip Montreal has a surprising amount to offer families with kids. There are excellent museums and science centers, lovely parks and gardens, and a well-maintained zoo housing native Canadian species including black bears and arctic foxes. Public transport is extensive, easy to use, and free for kids aged five and under. 

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Venice, Italy -

Car-free streets, epic ice creams, and the chance to explore the city by taxi-boat, Venice is an exciting city for families! The excellent pizza and pasta takes the stress out of dining out, too. 

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Dublin, Ireland -

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).  

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Lisbon, Portugal -

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. 

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Los Angeles, USA -

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. 

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New York City, USA -

Don't write off a visit to the Big Apple with kids. As well as a chance to pose for pics in front of the Statue of Liberty, there are epic strolls at Central Park, delicious pizza and ice-cream in abundance, and some seriously impressive museums and galleries. 

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Paris, France -

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!

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London, UK -

Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament...London is filled with images from movies and TV. Harry Potter-loving kids (and grownups) can even take tours of the city that visit locations from the famous films. 

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Stockholm, Sweden -

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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Reykjavik, Iceland -

Magical Reykjavik has a lot to offer visitors with kids. Lagoons and geothermal spas generally welcome kids aged two and over, and animal lovers can enjoy whale-watching boat tours or even take a horseback ride. 

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Buenos Aires -

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. 

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Berlin, Germany -

Known for its buzzing arts scene, Berlin is exciting at any age. School-age kids might appreciate a chance to visit important sites such as the Holocaust Museum, while the sheer abundance of green open spaces, friendly cafes, and excellent public transport make for a relatively stress-free visit with babies and toddlers. 

Sources: (Budget Travel) (Learning Escapes)

See also: The most popular destinations for fall travel

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