Budapest is a family oriented city, known for its natural hot springs and variety of child-friendly parks, and attractions located across the city.

Budapest has 4 areas of nature and parks, per 100,000 residents, which are ideal destinations for vacationing families, such as the Budapest Zoo and Botanical Gardens. Additionally, Budapest is home to many must-see child-suitable attractions like the Buda Castle and fairytale-esque Fisherman’s Bastion.

A double hotel room in Budapest costs $104 on average, leaving more money to spend on exciting days out.

Best known for its reputation as a romantic city break for couples, the popular tourist hotspot of Paris is one of the world’s best locations for a family vacation. The diverse and vibrant vacation destination offers child-friendly attractions, parks, and entertainment.

Paris is home to an astounding 13 natural areas and parks per 100,000 - more than any other city destination on our list except Reykjavik! The Jardin du Luxembourg is designed specifically for families, featuring puppets, rides, and playgrounds.

Paris has no shortage of child-friendly attractions, from the iconic Eiffel Tower to the historic village of Montmartre. However, accommodation in Paris is pricier than any other family destination on our list, at around $232 for a double room for one night.

Berlin is world-famous for its creative culture, unique architecture, and alternative nightlife. However, the German capital’s entertainment scene and cultural diversity also make it the perfect place for a family city break.

In fact, most of Berlin’s top attractions are family-friendly, including historical landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, and the Olympiastadion.

Ideal for a vacation with kids, the average price of a double hotel room for one night is $112.

San Diego is the ideal family vacation destination in the US, overflowing with activities to do with the kids. The vibrant Old Town of the city is known as the birthplace of today’s California, while the botanical gardens house over 30 themed gardens for children to explore.

Situated on the Pacific coast, San Diego has 7 natural areas and parks per 100,000 residents, including endless beaches for swimming and sunbathing.

One of the driest cities on our list, San Diego gets an average of 12 inches of rainfall throughout the whole year and has a safety rating of 63.29.

San Francisco has activities suited to the whole family and beautiful natural landscapes.

The Aquarium of the Bay is a popular family destination on days out, where children can learn all about the species of animals and plants that reside in the 118 natural areas of the Bay Area city.

San Francisco gets around 22.9 inches of rainfall in a year and a double room in a hotel costs around $242 for one night.

Portland is the US’ haven for creatives, vegans and eco-activists, and is one of the top destinations in the country. The alternative city attractions that are ideal to explore with kids, including the Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.

One of the US’ greenest cities, the vacation destination is home to 20 parks and natural areas per 100,000 people - more than any other US city on our list!

Perhaps since Oregon sees fewer tourists annually than California, an overnight stay in the cheapest out of our top three - a double hotel room for one night in Portland costs around $163 on average.

Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh, is the UK’s best vacation spot for families with children

Edinburgh is home to more child-friendly attractions than any other UK city except London, including the must-see Edinburgh castle in the heart of the city.

One of the safest UK cities on our list, Edinburgh has a safety index of 69.96, and a double room in a hotel costs on average $142 for the night.

Cambridge is one of the UK’s best destinations for a family city break, beating England’s tourist hotspot, London. Best known for its world famous university, Cambridge is also characterized by beautiful old buildings and green spaces.

Cambridge has 20 areas of nature and parks per 100,000 residents. For those staying overnight, a double hotel room for one night in Cambridge costs around $155.

Bristol is a great family vacation destination - located in the west of England close to Bath and Cardiff, the cultural city is home to plenty of child-friendly activities.

Attractions to visit with the kids include We the Curious science museum and Bristol Zoo Gardens. Bristol’s safety rating is 59.46, which is lower than the average of our UK vacation cities at 62.42.

A double room in a Bristol hotel is the most expensive out of our top three, at an average of $139 per night.

Alicante is one of Spain’s most popular vacation destinations for those with children, thanks to its sunny weather, warm beaches, and small-town atmosphere. Close to Valencia, Alicante’s location makes it perfect to explore during a day trip for those wanting to see more of Spain.

Alicante is home to 9 natural areas and parks per 100,000 residents, including its gorgeous beaches, and a safety index of 72.6 making it one of Spain’s safest cities for a family vacation

Spending a night in a hotel is cheaper in Alicante than in most other Spanish cities, at an average rate of $109 per night for a double room.

Benidorm is one of Spain’s most child-friendly destinations and is perfect for a city break. The Costa Blanca city is no stranger to tourism, with a wide range of hotels, restaurants and beaches. Attractions like the Casco Antiguo are ideal to see with children.

Benidorm has 22 areas of parks and nature, per 100,000 residents, including its beaches and gardens. With a safety index of 77.87, the southern Spanish destination is a must-visit location for families.

Valencia is one of the most-visited Spanish cities and is ideal for vacationing families. The sunny city has plenty of attractions that will fascinate children, including the world-famous Oceanogràfic and the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias.

The coastal city is also home to 3 areas of natural beauty and parks per 100,000 people, including breathtaking beach landscapes. With a safety index of 74.52, Valencia is one of the safest city breaks for families in Spain.

A double hotel room for one night costs around $119, which is cheaper than the $147 average of Spanish cities on our list.

Portimão on the southern coast of Portugal is the best city break for families. Child-friendly attractions include the Portimão Museum and countless beaches along the coastline.

Portimão has 45 areas of nature and parks, per 100,000 residents, that are ideal to explore with kids, most of which are its beaches. Safer than most locations, Portimão’s safety index is 80.97 making it the perfect place to vacation as a family.

A double room in a hotel in Portimão is the cheapest out of our top three, at $122 per night on average.

Portugal’s largest resort town is the best vacation break for families, situated on the Algarve coastline. Albufeira is home to 68 areas of nature and park, per 100,000 people, and a wide range of child-friendly restaurants.

A night in a double hotel room in Albufeira is the most expensive out of our top 3 at $231, perhaps due to the city’s popularity with tourists. However, Albufeira’s safety index at 65.7 is lower than the 74.53 average of Portuguese cities on our list, and the lowest out of all cities in our top three.

Funchal is one of the most visited cities on the Portuguese island of Madeira, close to the Moroccan coast. Home to plenty of child-friendly attractions, the Monte Palace Madeira and Parque de Santa Catarina are ideal to see with children.

Funchal has 29 nature and park areas, per 100,000 residents, and has the highest safety rating in the top three, at 84.61. To stay the night in a double room in Funchal costs $128 on average.