When you think about top cities to go to with kids, Milan wouldn’t necessarily be up there. However, it’s quite flat with lots of smooth pavements and accessible things to see. So if you want a city break that you can take kids in a pushchair along to, then Milan could be a good place to visit. Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) Tickets and entry The Milan Cathedral is the largest church in Italy and the third largest in the…
We had a few hours spare so decided to stop in Como. Here are some things you can do there. Como Cathedral (Duomo Di Como) The cathedral was built between 1396 and 1770. It is often described as the last Gothic cathedral built in Italy. It’s free to enter (although they do ask for a 1 Euro donation). It’s well worth a visit. Pop in and enjoy the stained glass windows, tapestries and beautiful sculptures. Broletto The Broletto is attached…
Here are some of the best things to do in Bellagio, Italy (with or without kids!). When we got off the bus at Bellagio we were greeted with the site of a beautiful, white gravel path along the lakeshore with trees either side and statues throughout. What a fantastic view to start your trip with! Most of the best things to do in Bellagio are along the water or in the side streets. Along the water you’ll find many places…
If you’re looking for things to do in Lake Como, then taking the water taxis to surrounding villages is a great place to start. We bought a day pass, began in Bellagio and went to Varenna and Villa Carlotta. There are plenty of things to do in Lake Como with kids too – we went with a baby in a pushchair, and although there were a few staircases to contend with, generally it was fine. Tickets are 15 Euro each…
After we touched down in Milan, we were quickly through passport control and out. We were travelling to Bellagio that day, so went straight to the train station (which you can access from either terminal). After two uneventful train rides, from Milan to Saronno and Saronno to Como, we went to find bus C30 to take us to Bellagio. This is where things got interesting. We walked all around the area trying to find the bus. It wasn’t listed at…
I’m just leaving for a city break to Milan with my baby. It’s been a couple of years since I travelled alone with a baby, but so far I’m being reminded of how much easier it is than travelling with a toddler! I’ve got the Babyzen Yoyo pushchair as it’s lightweight so if I do need to navigate stairs then I can lift it. He’s totally happy and chilled looking out the window so I haven’t had to spend the…
I’ve just got back from a great day out in London Kings Cross with my two kids. And people say you can’t have a family in the city. We did spend a bit of money, but most of the things we did were free. So if you’re looking for free things to do in Kings Cross with kids then read on! Brunch at Caravan, Granary Square We started out by going to Caravan in Granary Square for brunch. Caravan brunch…
Travelling with small children can be amazingly rewarding, but does take a bit more prep than travelling with adults. Here are some tips to make your trip enjoyable for the whole family: Don’t neglect their naps This is my absolute, no. 1 tip for travelling with kids. Children have a much lower tolerance than we do for dealing with physical stresses such as hunger or tiredness. When you’re travelling do whatever you can to help your children sleep – honestly,…
If you’re considering taking your baby on a trip, then I’d say good for you – go ahead and do it. Lots of people worry about travelling with small children. Sleep, food, entertainment, breaks in routine, dealing with trains and planes and managing all the extra baggage are just a few of the things people worry about. These are understandable worries, but I’d like to assure you that it’s never as bad as you think. Helping your child to sleep…
I’ve just been to the Lego store in Leicester Square and, well, everything is awesome. When you enter the store (to the tune of ‘Everything is Awesome’, of course), staff greet you with Lego made signs saying ‘hello’, Lego microphones and even a Lego guitar. You walk through a full size Lego London Underground gate. Once you’re inside, as well as seeing models from some of the best Lego kits you’ll find maps of London, a bus, a telephone box,…