More Family-Friendly Destinations You can Enjoy with the Whole Family

Family vacations offer great experiences because they provide lifelong memories. Plus, they allow your kids to explore and experience the world. The good news is that you don’t have to travel far to find top family-friendly destinations. The are numerous places in the U.S. that offer kid-friendly attractions that the whole family can enjoy. So, here are more family-friendly destinations in the U.S.

Anaheim – California

Anaheim is known for its famous amusement park, Disneyland!! Here, your family can explore landscapes of both Disneyland and California Adventure and try numerous famous rides and attractions, like the Haunted Mansion and the new Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.

Keep in mind that Anaheim offers other family activities. For instance, you can also visit Knott’s Berry Farm to enjoy thrilling rides. Another recommended spot is the Anaheim Packing House. It offers delicious treats for children and breweries for adults.

Gatlinburg – Tennessee

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One of the best family-friendly destinations in the U.S. is Gatlinburg. To be specific, this mountain town is the gateway to the famous Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As such, you and your family can enjoy numerous outdoor activities in this place, including hiking, horseback riding, and biking. Aside from that, they also offer water activities like kayaking and whitewater rafting.

Aside from the national park, Gatlinburg has other interesting attractions. For example, your kids would surely love the sharks, sting rays, and penguins at the Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. Plus, you and your family can also climb the Gatlinburg Space Needle to see the best views of the town.

Branson – Missouri

Branson is another great travel destination for families. This city in Missouri is known for its live performances. As such, you and your family can visit several venues to enjoy live entertainment. Aside from that, your kids will surely like to explore the Aquarium at the Boardwalk and try the numerous rides at Shepherd of Hills Adventure Park and Bigfoot Fun Park.

Aside from amusement parks, Branson also has a national park where you and your family can do various outdoor activities, like biking, hiking, and horseback riding. Another great attraction is the Ozarks forest at the Branson Scenic Railway, where historic cars are displayed.

Williamsburg – Virginia

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Finally, the last on this list of family-friendly destinations in the U.S. is Williamsburg, Virginia. A family trip to this place is not only fun and exciting. It is also educational because of its rich history. As such, you and your family can ride a carriage to explore the streets and view the restored buildings from the American Revolution period. After all, Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown are two great sites to see there. There are also museums for those who want to learn more about the nation’s history.

Of course, Williamsburg is not only an educational destination. It also offers thrilling activities like the Williamsburg Ghost Tour. Your kids can also try roller coaster rides at the Busch Gardens Williamsburg and the exciting slides at the Water Country USA.

Maria Dolores Garcia

Maria is a contributor who is passionate about health, fitness, and beauty. During her free time, she tries to discover the beauty hidden in the chaos of today's fast-paced way of life. With a background in health and medicine, she hopes to inspire you to start living a fun, active, and healthy lifestyle through her writing.

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