Every family has different interests and travel preferences.

Fortunately, you dont have to travel outside the country to find a stellar destination for your brood.

Check out these 20 ideas for the best family vacations in the U.S. to get you on your way.

Siblings dipping feet in water on pier at Outer Banks, North Carolina

Siblings dipping feet in water on pier at Outer Banks, North Carolina.Credit:ferrantraite / Getty Images

But modern delights are plentiful inBoston, too.

The three-story Boston Childrens Museum stokes little ones curiosity with playful science exhibits, theater performances, and more.

But if possible, book a trip for June to see the magical synchronous firefly spectacle.

A busy street with cafe seating

Street scene in Boston.Kelsey Glennon/Travel + Leisure

The Museum of Illusions is another fun option.

Other crowd-pleasers for tiny travelers: Sesame Place and Legoland Discovery Center.

(Word to the wise: Snowshoeing is more rigorous than it looks.)

Children playing in a fountain

Families at the Pineapple Fountain in Charleston.Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure

From May through October,Cape Codhas plenty to keep every member of the family happy.

(Bonus: Both have free admission.)

Each has its distinct charms and perks, so its hard to go wrong.

Fall folliage around mountains with horses in a pasture

Horses grazing in a Great Smoky Mountains valley.Jon Mattrisch/Travel + Leisure

Coastal Maine Bike offers rentals for both adults and kids, along with accessories like helmets.

Youll find plenty of shopping and restaurants, especially around Dock Square.

Dont miss the lobster bisque poutine atAlissonsor the lobster rolls and tart lemonade atThe Clam Shack.

A large state at the end of a busy street

Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia.Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure

For a parents-only dinner, spring for theWhite Barn Inn Restaurantor Hidden Ponds ownEarth.

Prefer to take in the scenery from ground level?

Head to Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center.

Kids paddle-boarding in a lake

Paddle boarding in Lake Tahoe.Don Eim/Travel + Leisure

One of the states premier resortsThe Broadmooralso happens to be in Colorado Springs.

If you need a break from sightseeing, take advantage of one of the citys cozy play cafes.

Tourism can help the destination build back better if done responsibly.

Empty beach with calm ocean

Coastline of Cape Cod.Violetta Smirnova/Travel + Leisure

Luckily, there are tons of homegrown businesses with all-ages appeal.

Theres also no shortage of family-friendly resorts.

Notably, theFairmont Kea Lanirecently debuted Hale Kukuna, an open-air cultural center with weekly programming.

Flag flying in a square

Downtown Kennebunkport, Maine.Ivey Redding/Travel + Leisure

(The latter also hosts sleepovers with crafts and games.)

For spellbinding large-scale installations that marry science, art, and technology, spend an afternoon at Artechouse.

Several inns and hotels are situated within blocks of the ferry terminal, including the waterfrontHotel Iroquois.

Red rock formations surrounded by green plants

Garden of the Gods State Park in Colorado Springs.Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure

To explore, rent bikes (and a tag-along, if needed) from Mackinac Wheels.

Fort Mackinac gives little ones a chance to learn about the islands history through live demonstrations.

Before heading home, pick up a box or two of fudge, the islands signature treat.

Kansas City, Missouri, USA downtown skyline with Union Station at dusk.

Skyline behind Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri.Sean Pavone/Getty Images

on the streets of Hogsmeade.

Leave room in your schedule for other marquee sights like the Kennedy Space Center and Orlando Science Center.

Coastal Alaska

Cruises streamline many aspects of travel planning, making them a popular choice for families.

A family standing on a rocky coastline watching a sunset in Maui

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Kids who are transfixed by cars and trains will find the Texas Transportation Museum fascinating.

Morgans Wonderland fosters inclusivity with accessibility-minded rides and attractions.

Channel the spirit of the Mountain West with a stay at the all-inclusiveRanch at Rock Creekin Philipsburg.

A family taking photos near the MLK memorial

The MLK Jr. Memorial in Washington D.C.Heather Durham/Travel + Leisure

And for towering pastrami sandwiches and other deli classics, you cant go wrong with eitherKatzsorSarges.

Perhaps thats part of the reason the Golden IslesSt.

Wildlife is abundant across all four islands, but Little St. Simons holds the crown for bird-watching.

Cyclists on a busy street

A busy street in Mackinac Island.Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure

Of the accommodations on Sea Island, the elegantCloisteris the most family-friendly, thanks to its multiroom configurations.

Kids skiing at Park City, Utah

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Snow capped mountains along the water

Mountains along the coast of Alaska.Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure

Colorful flags near food stands

Restaurants in Old San Diego.Chelsea Loren/Travel + Leisure

Colorful flags over a walkway

Market Square in San Antonio.Vincent Mercer/Travel + Leisure

A green forest near mountains

Nature of Big Sky, Montana.Amanda Blackard/Travel + Leisure

A baseball field surrounded by skyscrapers

A baseball field in NYC’s central park.Valerie de Leon/Travel + Leisure

Mossy trees over small wooden building

Cannon’s Point Preserve in St. Simons Island, Georgia.Stephanie Vermillion/Travel + Leisure