City break
Blister plasters belong next to the walking shoes.
City days are longer than they look. Break in shoes at home, download offline maps, and keep a small first-aid pouch in the day bag.
City weekend with kids packing list
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A city weekend with kids is all about travelling light. You'll be carrying everything on foot and on public transport, so every item needs to earn its place: comfortable shoes, a day bag with snacks and water, and something to keep the kids busy in queues and restaurants.
This list is set up for a 2-day spring city break abroad for 2 adults and 2 kids. Use Customise this list to change the season, length or who's coming.
This list is set for
- 2 days
- 2 adults · 2 kids
- International
- Spring
- City
- Hotel
- Flight
Before you go
Travelling with kids
Keep a spare outfit in the cabin bag.
Spills and delays are easier when each child has a change of clothes, snacks, and headphones in the bag at your feet — not in the hold.
International trip
Check passports and plug adapters a week out.
Confirm every passport has six months of validity, download offline copies of visas and bookings, and pack one adapter per person plus a small power strip.
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Documents
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Toiletries
0/19
Health & Meds
0/6
Tech & Chargers
0/9
Clothing
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Our pick
33,000ft Women's Packable Rain Jacket
Lightweight waterproof women's raincoat with hood that packs away small.
Kids
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Our pick
Botesty Volume-Limited Kids' Headphones
Comfortable over-ear kids' headphones with 85dB/94dB volume limiting and a built-in microphone.
Last-minute
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Our pick
Skechers Women's Go Run Consistent
Lightweight, cushioned women's walking and running trainer.
Questions
Can we do a city weekend with kids with only hand luggage?
Usually, yes. Pack outfits that mix and match, wear the bulkiest shoes and coats on the journey, and use travel-size toiletries. Packing cubes keep each child's things together.
What should be in our day bag?
Water bottles, snacks, wipes, plasters, a power bank, a light layer for each child, and a small game or colouring book for waiting times.
Should we bring a pushchair for a city break?
For younger children, a compact folding pushchair saves tired legs and doubles as a bag carrier. Check whether the metro or museums you plan to visit are step-free.
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