Near family vacation for 5 year old
It’s time to get your kids out of the house and enjoy some quality family time!
We’ve got the perfect vacation for your family.
This vacation is for 5 year olds and their parents or guardians. It will feature a variety of activities that your child will love, including:
-A trip to an amusement park (roller coasters and other thrill rides)
-A trip to a water park (slides, pools, etc.)
-A visit to the zoo (animals galore!)
-A trip to a toy store (buying toys)
Near family vacation for 5 year old
Reserva Monteverde, Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a world leader in eco and adventure tourism, with Monteverde as a prime example. About half of this protected area is conserved as the Bosque Eternal de los Niños (“Children’s Eternal Forest”), a huge stretch of lush cloudforest, rainforest and montane evergreen forest threaded with trails and full of wildlife-spotting opportunities.
As you’d expect, there are plenty of outdoor activities: hiking, camping, zip lines, canopy tours and horse riding. Nearby Monteverde Cloudforest Biological Reserve offers yet more pristine forests and adventure activities, while Reserva Santa Elena even has pushchair-friendly trails.
Let kids explore the lush Monteverde cloudforest with a ride on the Sky Tram and an unforgettable hike over the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges. Stop to spot monkeys and other rare animals, then gaze out over the beautiful Nicoya Gulf.
Try the Mega Mix Adventure Tour in Monteverde for its combination of ziplines, high rope courses, rappelling and jungle swings. This is another experience which includes stunning views of the Nicoya Gulf, but this one ends with a typical Costa Rican lunch.
Vienna, Austria
Any city in Europe would be a bucket-list destination for most folks; Vienna is no exception and the deal just gets that much sweeter when you realize how kid-friendly it is.
Rich in art and history, Vienna has a ton of interesting spots to explore, right from the Naschmarkt Night Market to the lovely Schonbrunn Palace.
At Schonbrunn, the home of the Habsburgs, you’ll find plenty of kid-friendly tours, as well as the Children’s Museum, a strudel-making workshop and the Baroque maze, recreated from the original 1720s version.
For the quintessential idea of kiddy fun, head to the Prater amusement park; don’t forget to check out the Rollercoaster Restaurant with its unique ‘maitre’ds’—robots on roller coaster tracks!
If time permits, explore Kinderhotel Almhof for its fun kids’ clubs and skiing lessons.
Venice and Sarasota, Florida
When you consider ideas for a vacation with little kids in Florida, the tendency is to think ‘Orlando’ or ‘Disney World’, but Florida is more than just these spots.
The West Coast is one of the best places to take kids on vacation if you’re looking for a serene, laid-back beach vacation.
At Venice and Sarasota, you’ll find plenty of such quiet beaches and restaurants that can satisfy any fussy eater.
Sarasota’s Siesta Key Beach is a regular feature on many “best beaches in the world” lists.
Also, check out the Mote Aquarium, a research-and-animal-rehabilitation facility, where you can present your little ones with the thrilling experience of petting stingrays, baby sharks and the resident manatees.
If you’re lucky, you may just chance upon fossilized shark teeth on Venice’s beaches—the Shark Tooth Capital of the World!
Family activities in Havana, Cuba
Beyond experiencing the faded grandeur of this exciting city, Havana has a host of places to go with kids.
A tour of the planetarium walks you around four floors of rooms, charting a journey through the cosmos, from the Big Bang (represented by a light and sound display) onwards. Or try Parque Almendares. As well as being a welcome expanse of greenery, it’s also a perfect picnic spot and offers rowing on the river and crazy golf.
Plan and book a family trip with Rough Guides Tailor-Made Trips to Cuba. Have a look at our sample itineraries, like the active family adventure or a family, beach and culture trip, then personalise the details to suit your own family.
Reserva Monteverde, Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a world leader in eco and adventure tourism, with Monteverde as a prime example. About half of this protected area is conserved as the Bosque Eternal de los Niños (“Children’s Eternal Forest”), a huge stretch of lush cloudforest, rainforest and montane evergreen forest threaded with trails and full of wildlife-spotting opportunities.
As you’d expect, there are plenty of outdoor activities: hiking, camping, zip lines, canopy tours and horse riding. Nearby Monteverde Cloudforest Biological Reserve offers yet more pristine forests and adventure activities, while Reserva Santa Elena even has pushchair-friendly trails.
Let kids explore the lush Monteverde cloudforest with a ride on the Sky Tram and an unforgettable hike over the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges. Stop to spot monkeys and other rare animals, then gaze out over the beautiful Nicoya Gulf.
Try the Mega Mix Adventure Tour in Monteverde for its combination of ziplines, high rope courses, rappelling and jungle swings. This is another experience which includes stunning views of the Nicoya Gulf, but this one ends with a typical Costa Rican lunch.
Bali & the Gili Islands, Indonesia
Bali has an enchanting Hindu culture and jaw-dropping tropical landscapes which will leave any family spellbound. But there’s also no shortage of fun activities to keep kids interested, from Ubud’s monkey forest and shadow puppet shows to waterfall swimming at Gitgit and dolphin-watching off Bali’s north shore.
When it’s time for tranquillity, the idyllic Gili islands are a short boat ride away. With white sands and still waters, Gili Air is the perfect place to enjoy the irresistibly slow pace of island life, although the turtle hatchery at Gili Meno is also worth a day trip.
Let kids learn to surf on Kuta beach, one of the best beaches in Bali. Fully qualified instructors are English speaking and surfing lessons last for two hours and include pick up from local hotels.
Sail from Lombok and find out why Gili Nanggu is called Paradise Island on a full day private snorkelling tour which also includes visits to the islands of Gili Sudak and Gili Kedis.
Chicago, Illinois
Glamor may abound in Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, but the family-friendly fun isn’t left behind!
Take the little ones to spots such as the Field Museum of Natural History to see the world’s largest T-Rex or Shedd Aquarium with its 5-million-gallon tanks’ worth of fascinating creatures—a fun trip for kids under 5.
The Navy Pier is a great spot to enjoy Chicago’s Lake Michigan shoreline; the tykes will love riding the Ferris Wheel or one of the many tour boats.
If your tot is a Sammy Sosa in the making, catch a game at Wrigley Field.
If you don’t mind the adrenaline rushes, head to the 1353-feet-high Skydeck for aerial views of the city; for a quieter time, enjoy the public art on display at Millenium Park.
Victoria, British Columbia
Picturesque Victoria boasts some truly lovely gardens and green spaces, which means plenty of space to play!
A family favorite is the Fisherman’s Wharf, replete with colorful waterfront homes, fresh seafood, harbor seals and “water-ballet”-performing water taxis (on specified dates); your 4 year old will love the color and vibrancy!
The Chinatown area, North America’s 2nd oldest, is a great spot for shopping and noodles; you can also see Canada’s narrowest street here—Fan Tan Alley.
If insects don’t send chills up your little one’s spine, consider a visit to the Victoria Bug Zoo with its tanks of live bugs from across the world.
You’ll also be treated to over 550 million years of natural history at the Royal British Columbia; the interactive exhibits are fun, all the while enabling learning in your tyke.
Albuquerque, New Mexico
The state of posh spas and beautiful Spanish architecture from the colonial era, New Mexico is home to Albuquerque, where family-friendly fun is on offer the whole year through.
Perhaps the city’s biggest draw is the Balloon Fiesta held every fall, which is when most families visit.
Stick around till winter and the ski areas are a treat, with customized sledding and skiing lessons just for the tots.
Other great places to go include the Petroglyph National Monument where you’ll find carvings from as early as the 1300s, Old Town to wine, dine and shop and the riverside ABQ BioPark.
Stay at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya to enjoy 3 pools, a waterslide and activities such as bread making, horseback riding and leather stamping, sampling fresh pueblo oven bread, dance performances and storytelling sessions under the stars.