Family vacation experts at FamilyDestinationsGuide have analyzed the most populated cities in the U.S. to find out which one is the best choice for a vacation. 

The study looked at the average price of a hotel for a family of four, the number of restaurants in the city, and the number of family-friendly attractions. They used these factors to create a ten-point scale in order to rank the results. 

1. Miami, FL. – 8.36/10 

Ideal for beach lovers, Miami comes first on the list. With 31.20 attractions and 680.54 restaurants per 100,000 people, this beach city draws tourists due to its bustling downtown area. Miami is a popular destination for convention-goers with Florida Supercon announced this year and those wanting sun, sea, and sand can take in the South Beach area. 

2. Las Vegas, NV. – 8.25/10 

Alongside its many casinos, Las Vegas also has a large number of parks and recreational grounds. The city has 29.87 family attractions per 100,000 people, resulting in plenty of shows and entertainment for children including Excalibur’s Tournament of Kings and the Adventuredome at Circus Circus. For those with a sweet tooth, Hershey’s Chocolate World and M&M’s World also call Las Vegas home. 

3. San Francisco, CA. – 6.19/10 

The bustling city of San Francisco offers plenty in shopping and areas to explore. Tourists can enjoy visits to the Aquarium of the Bay and a chance to go on the 7D Experience at Pier 39. For younger visitors, there is also the Walt Disney Family Museum and the San Francisco Zoo to keep them entertained. The city has 412.25 restaurants per 100,000 people, meaning there are plenty of places for lunch. 

4. Tuscon, AZ. – 5.92/10 

While not a city that immediately jumps to mind when you think of ‘vacation,’ the average hotel price is $446.89, the cheapest hotel on the list. Tuscon has a wide variety of activities that everyone can enjoy. Among the stunning scenery that’s great for hiking, the city also hosts botanical gardens and the quirky Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures which has over 500 pieces of antique and contemporary dollhouses.

5. Atlanta, GA. – 5.84/10 

Atlanta is home to the World of Coca-Cola, giving visitors a peek at the famous soft drink. For animal lovers, there’s also the Georgia Aquarium and Zoo Atlanta. The city also has a wide range of museums that all tourists can enjoy. Atlanta has 497.96 restaurants but only 12.82 family attractions per 100,000 people.