First up, check out our Roam the Gnome Family Travel Youtube channel
There’s a whole bunch of round up videos of cities and countries we’ve visited.
Watch the videos to see some of the best family vacations for kids and the best family vacation spots.
Introducing Roam the Gnome Family Travel Vlog!
You’ll find round up videos of our trips to:
- Bali
- Tokyo
- Rome
- Paris
- Santa Claus Holiday Village in Lapland Finland
- Singapore
- Disneyland Paris at Christmas time
Roam the Gnome Travel with Kids Video (3 min extended intro)
We have hundreds of family vacation ideas both on youtube, but also right here on the blog.
This video shows just 3 minutes of the fun things you can do on vacation with kids around the world.
Of course, these are not all of the best places for kids, but they are a good start. To find ALL our highlights, click Destinations on the menu and choose the next city you are planning a trip.
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN AUSTRALIA
Byron Bay Lighthouse Australia
There’s plenty of things to do in Byron Bay with kids, including the Byron Lighthouse Walk.
Take a look at all the fun activities in Byron Bay for kids.
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN SINGAPORE
Singapore Changi Airport
Singapore airport is the best in the world. Don’t miss checking out all the things you can do at JEWEL Changi airport.
The SKY NETS are magnificent.
Take a look at the blog post to see a video of all the fun stuff.
BEST DISNEY VLOGS
Disneyland Paris
Don’t miss the Paris Disney Parks.
The rides are awesome, but the SHOPPING is out of this world!
Hot tip: Check out our Paris Disneyland Souvenirs Guide.
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN FINLAND
Helsinki to Rovaniemi Overnight Train in Finland Lapland
THIS overnight train ride in Finland rates as one of the best things to do in Europe, and is top of our public transport experiences.
Santa Claus Holiday Village
Santa Claus Village is THE spot to meet the REAL Santa in Lapland.
Read our guide above to find ALL the different activities you can do, including:
- reindeer sleigh rides
- husky rides
- ice tubing
- Santa Park
- eating Finnish food
- meeting Santa’s elves and visiting Santa’s Toy Factory at the Secret Forest of Joulukka
- shopping for Marimekko and Iittala goods, and
- shopping for Finnish souvenirs too.
Santa Fun Day (Traditional Lapland Games & Activities)
Details coming soon!
Secret Forest of Joulukka Lapland (Santa’s Toy Factory Tour)
DO NOT MISS THIS LAPLAND TOUR FOR KIDS!
Heading out into the snowy Finnish forests to visit Santa’s Toy Factory is a once in a lifetime experience, worth every cent.
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN PARIS
Parc de la Villette Playground Paris
This Paris playground area is a fun spot to take kids in Paris, walking distance from the magnificent Science des Cites museum with its’ TWO children’s museums.
Make a day of it.
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN ROME
Our Rome family travel vlog features these outstanding experiences for kids.
Villa Borghese Bike Rental in Rome (Electric Pedal Cars)
Take a ride on the electric pedal cars in the beautiful Villa Borghese gardens in Rome
Gladiator Tour Rome
The Gladiator School tour in Rome is the ultimate hands-on experience for kids and families, anywhere in the world.
Colosseum with Kids
Who says you can’t take the kids to the Colosseum?
You can, and if you do it right, they will love it.
Find all the details of visiting the Colosseum for kids in our guide.
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN NEW YORK FAMILY TRAVEL VLOG
Check out our New York family travel vlog to find info on these attractions.
Billy Johnson Playground Granite Slide New York
Read our comprehensive guide to Billy Johnson playground New York
The granite slide is an iconic NYC landmark.
FAO Schwarz Toy Store New York
Where is the BIG piano in New York?
Yes, the one the kids were dancing on.
It’s at FAO Schwarz Toy Shop in NYC.
You can dance on it too!
Then shop till you drop for NYC souvenirs and toys.
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN BALI
Check out our family travel vlog on Bali for these magical places and more.
Bali Butterfly Park
Coming soon – How to get to the Butterfly Park in Bali
Bali Sea Turtle Society
Coming soon – Bali Sea Turtle Release details
Bali Monkey Forest
Coming soon – The Inside Scoop on the Monkey Forest Ubud for kids
Bali Rice Terraces Tour: Jatiluwih rice terraces or Tegalalang rice terrace
Coming soon – How to get to Jatiluwih rice terraces with a private driver in Bali
Bali Zoo with kids
Coming soon – all you need to know about the Bali Zoo for families
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN TOKYO
There’s plenty of info on our family travel vlog about Tokyo as it’s top of our favorite destinations for kids.
Tokyo Harajuku Fairy Floss
Looking for Rainbow Cotton Candy Japan style?
You’ll find it on Takeshita street in Harajuku Tokyo.
Ride Studio Tokyo Mega Web
Head to Tokyo Mega Web in Odaiba to find the Ride Studio, plus hundreds of cars on display.
Odaiba is one of the best days out for kids in Tokyo.
Read our guide to the best 46 things to do in Odaiba with kids!
Kodomonokuni Yokohama (Kodomo no Kuni)
Our favourite park for families in Tokyo, full of awesome Japanese adventures for kids.
Kidzania Tokyo
DO NOT MISS.
That is all.
Genki Sushi Shibuya (Conveyor Belt Sushi Tokyo)
This Japanese restaurant with conveyer belt is great fun for kids.
Tokyo Toy Museum
The Toy Museum in Tokyo is THE ultimate museum for kids in Tokyo who love nature play, or natural play toys.
The Tokyo Toy museum gift shop is a must-visit too.
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN COPENHAGEN FAMILY TRAVEL VLOG
Copenhagen Mimersparken playground
Find this brightly colored Copenhagen playground at 2400 København, Denmark, near the A&O Hostel København Nørrebro
Copenhagen Experimentarium
Looking for an amazing modern, hands-on science & technology museum with learning games for kids?
Head to Tuborg Havnevej 7, 2900 Hellerup, Denmark
Experimentarium been voted one of the best children’s museums in the world, and having been to many around the world, we can vouch for that!
Copenhagen Changing of the Guard
This happens at Amalienborg, the Queen’s Winter residence.
Find this royal ceremony happening at Amalienborg Slotsplads 5, 1257 København K, Denmark
If you are lucky and time it right, you can walk with the marching band through the streets of Copenhagen, like we did!
BEST PLACES FOR KIDS IN LONDON
London Hamleys Toy Store
Hamleys London toy shop is 7 floors of toys and dolls, with activity stations on every floor.
It’s an experience – not just a shop!
Check out the Harry Potter shop downstairs.
London Jubilee Gardens playground near London Eye
Jubilee Gardens playground is within view of the magnificent London Eye, and very close to the Shrek Adventure experience too.
Stop by on your way to these fun London tourist attractions. ‘
Legoland Hotel Windsor
A definite must do for kids under 10.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (The Harry Potter Studio Tour Experience)
Yes! You too can taste butter beer here.
The studios are located at Studio Tour Dr, Leavesden, Watford, about an hour out of London by bus.