Ten Best Places in Central America to Travel with Kids

The eight countries of Central America offer travelers with children an amazing choice. Travelingmom offers a memorable trip for the whole family.

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Each of these places has a ton of amazing natural spots to explore. The countries of Central America are filled with natural beauties as well as beautiful cities and Mayan sites. There are some places that deserve to appear twice on this list.

Best places to visit in Central America with kids:

1. Arenal

In Costa Rica you will find the permanently active Arenal Volcano, the huge Arenal Lake and the beautiful city of La Fortuna. This ensures that you will find plenty of tours and activities for the adventurous.

Some offer tours, hiking, naturally heated hot springs, canyoning, caving, and plenty of wildlife watching. In addition, Arenal and La Fortuna are full of wonderful restaurants and hotels where children are not only welcomed, but also pampered.

2. Monteverde

Cloud Forest Monteverde is the only place in Costa Rica where all parks are protected. Here you will be able to experience and explore the Cloud Forest. The area is also a great place to enjoy breathtaking views of Nicoya Bay.

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The cool climate and stunning views make Monteverde the perfect place to enjoy hot chocolate by the fire with the kids.

3. Manuel Antonio

Yes, another place in Costa Rica. The Manuel Antonio National Park is known for its luxury hotels and dense rainforests. It is located on the Pacific coast and is ideal for lovers of wildlife and beach holidays. Here you will find many options for excursions, sunshine, crystal clear waters, zip-lining, restaurants, luxury hotels and spas.

The area is most popular for sport fishing, horseback riding along the beach, cycling around the city or exploring the nearby national park.

4. Antigua

There are several cities in Central America that claim to be colonial cities, but Antigua is the true colonial city of the region. It is beautifully located between three volcanoes: Acatenango, Fuego and Agua in central Guatemala. In addition, people wishing to learn Spanish will have an excellent experience at one of the many language schools.

The locals have worked hard for years to do their best to maintain the same grandeur it had when it was the epicenter of Central American power in the 17th and 18th centuries. This includes colonial architecture and cobbled streets.

5. Lake Atitlan

Lake Atitlán in Guatemala was formed thousands of years ago by the explosion of a massive volcano. It used to be a valley filled with Mayan villages. Now it offers incredible views of the quaint modern Mayan cities of Guatemala, huge volcanoes and steep hillsides.

An interesting point of interest in this area is Panajachel with its trendy cafes, delicious restaurants and fun markets. But the cities of San Pedo and San Marcos are also interesting to visit. Popular activities for families include hiking, kayaking and swimming in the lake.

6. Playa Tunco

Playa Tunco is a beautiful black sand beach located in the La Libertad department of El Salvador. You won't find white sand beaches here. But what you will find are great surf spots. Visitors are in awe of the Pacific coast of Central America and its amazing waves. This means that there are shops on the beach offering rental equipment and surf lessons.

The area is famous for its lively nightlife, restaurants, hotels and even campsites.

7. Suchitoto

Suchitoto is a historic, colonial-style lakeside town. This place is rich in cultural traditions and offers a panoramic view of Lake Suchitlán. Many here like to dress in cowboy style.
In this quiet town you will find museums, art galleries, lake tours, hotels and nightclubs. It's small, but Suchitoto is great for a relaxing weekend.

8. Roatan

Roatan is the largest of the islands in the Gulf of Honduras and is located close to the huge Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. This 60 km island offers great hotels, restaurants and stunning views. But most importantly, it is a paradise for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the Caribbean without the crowds.

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Because of this, the beautiful island has become famous among travelers for its cruises, fishing and snorkeling among the coral reefs. It is also one of the best places in the area to sample traditional Caribbean food.

9. Kay Kolker

It is a small limestone coral island off the Caribbean coast of Belize. It is very small, only 8 km from north to south. This island has a small town that has become a popular destination for backpackers.
In such a small place, you'll find over 30 tiny hotels, plenty of restaurants, a few bars, and excursions that take you in search of marine life. You can also take a cruise to the big blue hole.

10. Volcano Pacaya

Pacaya is an active volcano in Guatemala that is now a national park. It offers several options for adventurers who want to climb up and see the lava flows up close. This tourist attraction is located 30 km southwest of Guatemala City and close to Antigua. There are half-day tours that will take you to the lava rivers.

Bonus: Bocas del Toro, on the Caribbean side of Panama, can also be a fun place to visit with kids if you want to have fun on the beach in Central America. The Panama Canal is also a good option.

Copan in Honduras, Granada in Nicaragua, the Mayan ruins of Tikal in Guatemala and Panama City. These other places in Central America are also amazing!

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