Banish Boredom Index: These are the holidays most likely to get kids off their screens in 2026

Written by Eleanor - Head of Marketing

Families riding a thrilling roller coaster at a theme park

The holidays that actually get kids off their screens in 2026. Ranked!

From Walt Disney World topping the charts to surprise UK favourites, find out which family holidays made the cut.

As families search for the best-value summer spots, we’re revealing the ultimate destinations most likely to get kids off their screens in 2026. From sunshine favourites like Universal Orlando Resort to European classics like Disneyland Paris, the combination of immersive attractions and high-energy experiences are the ones that truly keep kids entertained.

Oliver Brendon, CEO of AttractionTickets.com, has given his thoughts on the Banish Boredom Index’s results:

“It’s no surprise that destinations such as Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and Disneyland Paris top the list, as they each offer high levels of interactivity and imagination. For parents, that means fewer screen-time battles and more meaningful moments together. However, you don’t always need to travel across the pond, as spots like Blackpool Pleasure Beach prove that the UK can deliver a similar level of excitement and engagement closer to home.

If you're hoping to break the iPad habit this summer, the data speaks for itself - swap Wi-Fi for rides, tower drops, or historical activities. Whether you’re planning a staycation or a long-haul escape, real-world excitement is the key to banishing your children’s boredom in 2026.”

Top 50 Holidays Most Likely to Banish Your Kids’ Boredom in 2026

Rank	Holiday Title	Location	Boredom-Banish Score out of 30
1	Walt Disney World Resort	Florida, USA	26.1
2	Universal Studios Orlando	Florida, USA	26
3	Disneyland Paris	Paris, France	25.4
4	Tokyo Disneyland	Tokyo, Japan	24.9
5	Aquatica	Florida, USA	24.5
6	Blackpool Pleasure Beach	Lancashire, UK	24.3
6	Waterbom Bali	Bali, Indonesia	24.3
7	Universal Studios Hollywood	California, USA	24
7	Diggerland	Kent, Durham, Yorkshire, Devon, UK	24
8	Legoland Billund	Denmark	23.6
9	Puy du Fou	France	23.5
10	Europa Park	Germany	23.4
11	Tower of London	London, UK	23.3
12	Alton Towers	Staffordshire, UK	23.2
12	The Milky Way Adventure Park	Devon, UK	23.2
12	Drayton Manor & Thomas Land	Staffordshire, UK	23.2
12	Peppa Pig World at Paultons Park	Hampshire, UK	23.2
13	Siam Park	Tenerife, Spain	22.8
13	Universal Studios Singapore	Singapore	22.8
14	Warner Bros Studio Tour	London, UK	22.6
14	SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium	Orlando, USA	22.6
15	Madame Tussauds	London, UK	22.4
15	Legoland Florida Waterpark	Orlando, USA	22.4
16	Windsor Castle	Berkshire, UK	22.3
16	Chessington World of Adventures	Surrey, UK	22.3
17	Scottish Highlands	Scotland	22.2
18	Loro Parque	Tenerife, Spain	22.1
18	Aquaventure Waterpark	Dubai	22.1
18	The Lake District	Cumbria, UK	22.1
19	Efteling Theme Park	Netherlands	22
20	Thorpe Park	Surrey, UK	21.9
20	The Big Sheep	Devon, UK	21.9
20	Forest Holidays - Sherwood Forest	Nottinghamshire, UK	21.9
21	Knowsley Safari Park	Merseyside, UK	21.8
21	The Deep	Yorkshire, UK	21.8
22	Warwick Castle	Warwickshire, UK	21.6
22	West Midlands Safari Park	Worcestershire, UK	21.6
23	Woburn Safari Park	Bedfordshire, UK	21.5
23	Center Parcs - Sherwood Forest	Nottinghamshire, UK	21.5
23	Forest Holidays - Forest of Dean	Gloucestershire, UK	21.5
24	Pyramids of Giza	Egypt	21.3
24	Gulliver’s Kingdom	Derbyshire, UK	21.3
25	Kennedy Space Centre	Florida, USA	21.2
26	PortAventura World	Spain	21.1
26	Longleat Safari Park	Wiltshire, UK	21.1
27	Edinburgh Castle	Scotland	21
27	BeWILDerwood	Cheshire, UK	21
27	Neuschwanstein Castle	Germany	21
27	Santa Claus Village	Finland	21
27	Sundown Adventureland	Nottinghamshire, UK	21
28	Sandy Balls Holiday Village	New Forest, UK	20.9
29	Tattershall Lakes	Lincolnshire, UK	20.8
29	Adventure Island	Southend, UK	20.8
29	Ribby Hall Village	Lancashire, UK	20.8
29	Center Parcs - Whinfell Forest	Cumbria, UK	20.8
29	Center Parcs - Longford Forest	Ireland	20.8
29	The Dinosaur Park Tenby	Wales	20.8
30	Anitkabir	Turkey	20.7
30	Forest Holidays - Blackwood Forest	Hampshire, UK	20.7
31	Jurassic Coast	Devon, UK	20.6
31	Gulliver’s Land	Milton Keynes, UK	20.6
31	Busch Gardens	Florida, USA	20.6
32	Mount Etna	Italy	20.5
32	Aquashow Park	Portugal	20.5
32	Center Parcs - Woburn Forest	Bedfordshire, UK	20.5
32	Center Parcs - Elveden Forest	Suffolk, UK	20.5
32	Center Parcs - Longleat Forest	Wiltshire, UK	20.5
33	Beamish Museum	Country Durham, UK	20.4
33	Gulliver’s World	Warrington, UK	20.4
33	Crealy Theme Park & Resort	Devon, UK	20.4
34	National Railway Museum	York, UK	20.3
34	The Cotswolds	Gloucestershire, UK	20.3
34	Legoland Windsor	Berkshire, UK	20.3
35	Leaning Tower of Pisa	Italy	20.2
36	Giant’s Causeway	Ireland	20.2
36	Camera Obscura & World of Illusions	Scotland	20.2
37	Chester Zoo	Cheshire, UK	20.1
37	London Zoo	London, UK	20.1
37	Natural History Museum	London, UK	20.1
37	North Yorkshire Moors Railway	Yorkshire, UK	20.1
38	Yorkshire Wildlife Park	Yorkshire, UK	20
39	Warner Bros Hollywood Studio Tour	California, USA	19.9
40	Whipsnade Zoo	Bedfordshire, UK	19.8
40	Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark	Paphos, Cyprus	19.8
40	Museum of Science and Industry	Manchester, UK	19.8
41	Science Museum	London, UK	19.7
42	Parque Warner Madrid	Spain	19.5
42	Warner Brothers Movie World	Australia	19.5
43	Newquay Zoo	Cornwall, UK	19.4
43	Brighton Palace Pier	Sussex, UK	19.4
44	Dover Castle	Kent, UK	19.3
44	Bristol Zoo Project	Bristol, UK	19.3
44	Scarborough Fair Collection	Yorkshire, UK	19.3
45	Devon Cliffs Holiday Park	Devon, UK	19.2
45	Edinburgh Zoo	Scotland, UK	19.2
45	Vondelpark Amsterdam	Netherlands	19.2
45	The Roman Baths	Bath, UK	19.2
46	Butlin’s - Bognor Regis	Sussex, UK	19
47	Butlin’s - Skegness	Lincolnshire, UK	18.9
48	Butlin’s - Minehead	Somerset, UK	18.8
49	National Space Centre	Leicester, UK	18.7
49	Peppa Pig Theme Park	Florida, USA	18.7
50	Flamingo Land Resort	Yorkshire, UK	18.4
50	Port Lympne Reserve	Kent, UK	18.4
50	South Stack Lighthouse	Wales	18.4
50	Villa Park	Maldives	18.4

Note: Multiple destinations share the same score, so the list extends beyond 50 entries in practice.

Theme Parks Dominate Globally

60% of the top global destinations are theme parks, showing that they remain the go-to choice for families looking to banish boredom. Across all categories, interactivity and immersion tend to outperform more passive holiday types such as beach hopping or attending cultural landmarks, highlighting the importance of attractions and hands-on activities.

Strong European Presence

While Florida dominates the top 2 spots, European destinations feature heavily with Disneyland Paris, Puy du Fou and Europa-Park rounding out the top 10. But it’s not just Europe making a statement, other global destinations across Japan, Indonesia and Denmark highlight that boredom-busting holidays exist worldwide.

The UK punches above its weight

42% of the world’s top boredom-busting destinations are in the UK, with Blackpool Pleasure Beach ranking 6th globally, beating major international attractions and proving that families do not need to travel far for world-class entertainment.

Historic attractions still appeal

UK landmarks like the Tower of London and Windsor Castle show that educational day trips remain fun for kids, though they make up a smaller share of the top-scoring destinations (15%).

Looking to Banish Boredom on your next holiday?

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