10 Best Cities for Family Vacations

Just because summer is over doesn't mean it's too late to start planning family vacations. With the holidays coming up, there will be plenty of time for families to get away. However planning a family vacation isn't always easy and one of the hardest parts is choosing somewhere to go that would be good for everyone. To help families choose a great destination, Family Vacation Critic, an online family travel planning guide, held a poll to determine the 10 Best Cities for Family Vacations.

According to the poll, 40 percent of parents find the toughest part of a city vacation to be finding a family-friendly hotel that fits the budget. Families also find it difficult to choose the best attractions to see (21%); locate good, kid-friendly restaurants (14%); and get around the city (13%).

"There are a number of factors for families to consider when visiting a city with kids, but planning in advance can help cut down the stress and ensure a successful family vacation," says Lissa Poirot, executive editor of Family Vacation Critic in a press release. "The best cities for families include a variety of kid-friendly hotels at a range of price points; plenty of fun attractions, parks and family-friendly activities; and an easy-to-navigate transportation system."

Here is a list of the 10 Best Cities for Family Vacations according to Family Vacation Critic:

New York, NY
Washington, DC
San Francisco, CA
Chicago, IL
New Orleans, LA
Honolulu, HI
San Antonio, TX
Fort Lauderdale, FL
San Diego, CA
Boston, MA

To help families plan weekend trips this fall, Family Vacation Critic has introduced new city guides with itinerary suggestions, hotel listings and planning tips.