Top Travel Destinations for Children of All Ages: Why You Should Take the Kids to England

Children may not be as enthused about traveling the world as their parents are. After the initial "wow, we get to miss school," their interest skyrockets right out the window in many cases. Museums and bus rides aren't exactly the highlight of their day. You want to see the best places in the United Kingdom but also want to keep little ones happy. If you're planning to visit the elegant, mysterious country of England with children in tow, here are some great suggestions to avoid another round of "Mom/Dad, or we going *home* soon?"

A Different Kind of City: York in the Shadows

York may not be scary in daylight hours, but just wait!

England is a beautiful, striking country with natural scenery, legendary lore, and history around every corner. Maybe it sounds beautiful to the adults in the group, but the kids might find it less amusing. Let's start with York. If your children love to be scared or the little boy in the family seems to have the same fascination with instruments of torture as his distant ancestors, you might want to head on over to the York Dungeon. Children who like getting a thrill will enjoy bragging to their friends and family that they actually stepped inside a real live dungeon. Be warned of some possible encounters with special effects on your medieval romp.

Are kids still complaining that they're not scared enough? Does the idea of staying in the hotel room all night just make them antsy? If so, consider the Haunted Walk of York, where you'll hear some terrific stories that helped make up the city's history. If kids have a strict bedtime, you might want to extend it for vacation. After all, when's the next time they will get the opportunity to traipse around a haunted city in the "dead of night?"

London: An Old Favorite That's Very Kid-Friendly

Impress kids with London's long list of attractions: