From the streets and shops that inspired J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series in London to the eclectic bookshops of Buenos Aires and Tokyo, your family will never run out of fantastic spots to excite a lifelong love of reading when you head to the best cities for book lovers. Get ready for plenty of fun (and reading) to be had by all! Here’s our list of top choices.

Family travel is the ideal way to see some of the world’s most extraordinary art, whether it’s the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Italy or Anime and Manga studios in Japan. The vibrant murals of Peru and Argentina will call others, while France remains a solid option, especially for those interested in the masterworks of the Impressionists, Post-Impressionists, and beyond. Keep reading for five kid-friendly vacations for art lovers.

There are so many reasons you’ll want to take your children to Japan. The nation appeals to family members of different ages, whether you’re dealing with grade-schoolers obsessed with Pokémon, teens looking to enlarge their anime and manga collections, or adults longing for the liberation of slurping ramen noodles in public. (Yes, it’s as good as it sounds!) Keep reading for the perfect vacation to Japan with kids.

Whether you choose to swim with whale sharks in Baja, bicycle through the Loire Valley, or get the inside scoop during a sumo wrestling lesson in Japan, an active family adventure should connect you and your family with nature or local culture. It should also lead to the creation of wonderful memories you’ll treasure forever. Here are six kid-friendly ideas for inspiration.