Philadelphia Family Travel Guide
Plan Your Next Family Adventure Today!

Adventure awaits — and it starts right outside your door. The Philadelphia Family Travel Guide is your family’s go-to resource for summer fun in the city, easy shore escapes, and inspiration for trips near and far. We’ve done the research so you can focus on making memories.
This edition is packed with ideas for every kind of family traveler. Start with our 2026 Philly Family Summer Bucket List for the season’s best city experiences, including America 250 celebrations. Plan a beach day at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk or map out a great day trip close to Philly. Ready to sleep under the stars? Our camping guide for Philly families has everything you need. Dreaming bigger? Read about family travel to Iceland and Yellowstone Country Montana. Also worth a read from our sister brands: 12 Great Family Day Trips from the Main Line and Family Biking on the Delaware Canal Towpath — a gorgeous Bucks County outing with ice cream stops built in.
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Philadelphia Family is published by a team of local women to connect families raising their kids in Philly with resources, events, and each other.
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Philadelphia Family Members are local community builders like us who would like to be more connected with families in Philly. The Members below support the Philly Family Community and our Back to School Guide. Have you had a great experience with any of them? You can help other families benefit from your experience with an endorsement on their Profile Page! SHOW YOUR SUPPORT WITH A 5-STAR REVIEW.
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