Located in Florida and California, respectively, these parks offer your children loads of fun in one great theme park. Ride some of the iconic rides, such as It's A Small World, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Haunted Mansion. Get wet on Splash Mountain and take a wild ride on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Both parks offer spectacular views of the Cinderella castle and a Toontown area where kids can interact with their favorite Disney characters.
The Grand Canyon is 227 miles of beautiful landscape for you and your children to enjoy. The 5,000 foot deep natural wonder will take your breath away the moment you see it. Walk across the glass bottomed Skywalk to feel as if you are floating above the natural wonder. Take a scenic tour to the South Rim of the Canyon on the Grand Canyon Railway for a tamer vacation experience.
New York City is rich in culture and filled with so many iconic symbols for you and your children to explore. Climb the stairs of the Statue of Liberty or go to the top of the Empire State Building. Visit the 9/11 Memorial to give your children a view of recent history. Stroll through Chinatown or Little Italy for authentic cuisine and living. Take a walk through Central Park and have a relaxing picnic lunch. Show your children the excitement of Times Square and see and show on Broadway. There is so much to do in the city and every child should experience this culture before they grow up.
Yosemite National Park is a place every child should experience before growing up. Yosemite features 3,000 foot granite walls carved by glaciers and El Capitan, a 7,500 foot sheer rock face that is a breathtaking sight. Children can experience the joy of rock climbing or watch amazing waterfalls flowing over the granite walls. The natural wonders at Yosemite will astonish your whole family for many years after your visit.
The Museum of Modern Art, or MOMA, is the first museum solely devoted to modern art displays. It includes over 3,600 paintings by artists such as Picasso, Dali and Monet. The MOMA has displays for architecture and photography, as well as media and film. Buy a replica of your favorite work in the gift shop and take a little piece of modern history home with you.
The American Museum of Natural History in New York City is definitely a stop you will want to make if you are in the city. Your children will love to look at the animal exhibits, including a grizzly bear, an elephant and even dinosaurs. The museum includes an interactive space exhibit and many other exciting features that could keep you and your children entertained for hours.
Religious or not, the Vatican is a must-see for people of any age. Get blessed by the pope himself on Sunday at noon in St. Peter's Square. Check out the gorgeous ceiling done by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel. Visit St. Peter's grave in the Basilica. Visit the Vatican museums for even more history and art. The Vatican is rich in culture, art and religion, and is a must-see spot on your list of places to take the children before they become adults.
