Dianna Dilworth

Top 25 Things to Do in Geneva with Kids

Submitted by Dianna Dilworth on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 1:04pm

The L'horloge fleurie, or the flower clock, was created in 1955 as a symbol of the city's watchmakers. Photo courtesy of Geneva Tourism

Geneva, home to the United Nations and the Red Cross, is an elegant French-speaking Swiss city known for its global diplomacy and international relations. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have a little family fun there!

We've rounded up 25 fun things to do in Geneva, Switzerland, with kids. Every suggestion on our best of Geneva list has been kid-tested, from playgrounds and beaches to boat rides and even ice cream served up in a gorgeous restaurant inside the art history museum. There are plenty of swimming spots and mountain views on the list, as well as some delicious places to stop and eat.

Find more European family vacation ideas in our Europe Family Travel Guide.

25 Things To Do in Barcelona with Kids

Submitted by Dianna Dilworth on Sun, 01/05/2020 - 6:08am

Tour Sagrada Familia in Barcelona and discover countless symbols that Gaudí scattered in his most famous piece of architecture. Photo by Anna Fader

Barcelona is a city so gorgeous and lively that you’ll never run out of things to look at or do here. But plan your family trip with our list of kid-tested top 25 things to do in Barcelona and even the fussiest kid will be charmed by the Catalan capital.

I've visited the city several times with my two kids under age 8 and found the people welcoming, the public transportation reliable, and an abundance of cafes open around the clock for hungry little travelers. From giant slides to aquariums to Gaudi—and with a good dose of ice cream thrown in, these Barcelona attractions are sure to keep everyone engaged. Plan ahead for some of these activities with online tickets but leave room in the daily sightseeing schedule for a few spontaneous adventures, too, including picnicking in local gardens. Read on for the top things to do in Barcelona when traveling with kids.

Find more cities to visit with the kids in our Europe Travel Guide for Families.

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