BEST CITIES FOR A FAMILY VACATION REVEALED

Traveling with children is often anything but a “relaxing holiday.” Between long airport queues, carrying heavy equipment and strollers, even a short weekend getaway can quickly become stressful for parents.

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However, with the Easter and summer holidays approaching, the platform LateRooms has released its latest “Family Breaks Index,” highlighting the most family-friendly cities across Europe.

The index ranks destinations based on how convenient they are for parents with babies and young children, taking into account key factors such as proximity to airports, stroller-friendly streets, the number of child-friendly attractions, and the availability of family accommodation.

A City Designed for Children

The Danish capital, Copenhagen, ranked first as the most pleasant destination for a family city break—and for good reason.

The city is practically designed with children in mind. From the airport, the city center can be reached by metro in just 15 minutes, a major advantage for parents traveling with tired kids. With an impressive walkability score of 99 out of 100, most attractions are easily accessible on foot.

Iconic spots such as Tivoli Gardens—which inspired Disneyland—and the colorful harbor of Nyhavn make the city feel like a storybook for children.

Perfect for an Active Weekend

Second place went to Berlin, named Europe’s capital of children’s entertainment. With more than 200 family-friendly activities, from the famous Berlin Zoological Garden to interactive technology museums, the German capital is ideal for a dynamic weekend.

Barcelona ranked third, offering the perfect combination of beach relaxation and city tourism. With over 400 attractions for children, it provides the widest range of activities on the list—allowing parents to combine architectural sightseeing with afternoons in the sand.

Other Top Family-Friendly Destinations

The top 10 list also includes Florence for those who enjoy relaxed cultural routes, Amsterdam for short and easy trips, and Valencia for families who love outdoor activities.

Meanwhile, Basel stands out as the best compact destination where everything is within reach, Krakow offers the best value for money, and Prague is described as a “fairytale setting for children.”

Finally, Vienna is recognized for having some of the richest and most engaging children’s museums in Europe, according to the report.