Family Spring Break vacations are the stuff of legends – whether it’s packing up the car for a family-friendly road trip or jetting off for two weeks of fun. As the college crowds flock to the overcrowded beach bars – instead, join us as we share our top kid-friendly spring break destinations, perfect for making exciting new family memories this year.
Kickstarting our shortlist of the best kid-friendly Spring Break destinations finds us on the pristine sandy shores of Cocoa Beach, Florida. There are a number of reasons Cocoa Beach makes for an ideal family Spring Break location, most notably spending your vacation with the kids flying kites and building sandcastles on the beach.
However, there is more to Cocoa Beach than just the beach itself. If you and the kids share a sense of adventure, you should meet with the surf gurus at Ron Jon Surf School for a surf lesson or two. Additionally, with the Kennedy Space Center just around the corner, this world-renowned attraction will spark your kids’ imaginations about space exploration and the stars above.
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Staying on the East Coast, our next amazing family Spring Break destination is Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. As Myrtle Beach is the golfing capital of America, where better to start your vacation than with a round of golf at one of Myrtle Beach Family Golf’s four themed mini golf courses.
Packed with activities and attractions, Myrtle Beach easily secures its spot on our list of kid-friendly Spring Break destinations in North America. While you and the family are in town, take the opportunity to visit the spectacular Myrtle Waves Water Park, loaded with thrilling water slides, a wave pool, and a lazy river. Then, once you’ve dried off, take the whole family for a fascinating encounter with the exotic wildlife at Alligator Adventure, where you and your kids can meet the resident alligators, crocodiles, and snakes.
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We’re heading inland next to West Yellowstone, Montana, for an outdoor adventure on our list of the best kid-friendly Spring Break destinations. For families with kids fascinated by geography and nature, nothing beats a trip to the incredible Yellowstone National Park and fully immersing yourselves in its iconic scenery and attractions.
You and the family can spend days touring the incredible geographical features of Yellowstone National Park when you drive or hike to sites including Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, and Yellowstone Lake. Another family Spring Break highlight in West Yellowstone is the Yellowstone Zipline Adventure Park, for a high-flying day out with the kids.
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Our first location on the West Coast has us arriving in San Diego, California, and another top destination for a family Spring Break vacation. Brilliant sandy beaches await everyone in San Diego, a place bursting with child-friendly entertainment events and activities.
A trip to San Diego wouldn’t be complete without visiting the world-famous San Diego Zoo during this year’s family Spring Break vacation. San Diego Zoo offers a superb opportunity for the kids to learn about the resident animals and the zoo’s conservation efforts. Another fantastic way to entertain the kids this Spring Break in San Diego is to visit the epic Mission Bay marina, where the team at Aqua Adventures can help you bond as a family while learning to kayak and paddleboard on the water.
Explore all the family-orientated Spring Break attractions in San Diego, California, before getting a great night’s sleep every night at the Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn.
Our final recommendation on our shortlist of the best kid-friendly Spring Break destinations in North America sees us heading north of the border to Vancouver, British Columbia. Home to a stunning array of child-friendly festivities and attractions, Vancouver has the added benefit of its picturesque setting surrounded by the marvelous North Shore Mountain backdrop overlooking the city across the harbor.
Our first tip for a family Spring Break vacation to Vancouver is the outstanding Stanley Park, where you and the kids can explore its vast array of biking and walking trails along the park’s harbor shoreline. Additionally, Stanley Park is home to the Vancouver Aquarium for an afternoon of fun for the whole family, meeting and greeting the local aquatic wildlife. However, for kids fascinated with science – an engaging trip to the heart of Vancouver and the impressive Science World is perfect for entertaining their curious minds with their fascinating interactive exhibits and displays.
Take in the sights and sounds of Vancouver, British Columbia, on your family-themed Spring Break vacation, and heighten your stay by booking at the Best Western Plus Sands in the heart of the city.