7 great destinations for tech-obsessed families

Whether your prefer gaming, spyware, robotics, programing, or just scrolling through your social media feeds; we’ve got the best destinations for tech-obsessed families.

Cambridge, UK

It’s no secret that Cambridge is rich in history, but did you know that this history includes retro gaming, tech comedy nights and kid-friendly hacking workshops? The town Centre for Computing History has the UK’s biggest collection of computer technology and one of their latest hires is a robot called Jennifer. Once you’ve trounced the kids at the Centre’s family gaming night make sure to fuel up on cream teas and visit the Cambridge Science Centre or take advantage of the free bike hire at Gwydir Street House.

Tokyo, Japan

The Akihabara district of Tokyo is famous for its electronics and families can find all kind of distractions in the many, many, many, video game shops. As well as the great shopping the area hosts comics conventions, computer expos and other techy events throughout the year. Akihabara is a cultural centre for otaku – people with obsessive interests, usually in the manga and anime fandoms – so people watching is a must. Or if your family prefers a different kind of animation the Mitsui Garden Hotel Prana Bay runs free daily shuttles to Tokyo Disneyland.

Sydney, Australia

Coding, robotics, and stop-motion animation: make sure to check out these kid-friendly tech camps – aimed at kids 8-12 years old and run by TechScience Australia. The couple behind TechScience are also passionate about making technology interesting and open to girls – leading to a series of special, girl-focused programs. And while the kids are busy at camp, parents can start exploring the rest of Sydney or check-in to the Manly Paradise Beachside Apartments and spend the rest of the day on the beach.

Shanghai, China

For tech-obsessed children aged 5-12 years old the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum is a must-see. The museum’s attractions include 13 permanent exhibitions (including one named ‘World of Robots’), a 3D cinema and three science theatres. Teens and parents will enjoy exploring Shanghai’s Pudong district and the Shanghai Animation and Comics Museum. In order for your family to get their daily social media fix we recommend: IFC Residence which has been said to have some of the fastest WiFi in Shanghai.

Washington, USA

Regardless of whether you’re a Q or a 007, there’s something for everyone at the Washington International Spy Museum. Home to the world’s largest collection of spy tech and artifacts: the museum also hosts sleepover parties for junior spies, spy camps and spy fiction writing workshops. For family members interested in history there’s even an exhibition on how George Washington founded the USA’s first spy ring. And if your kids want to use their newfound skills to protect the president Hotel Hive is right next to the White House and one of the area’s most popular hotels among families.

Oslo, Norway

There really is something for everyone in the Norwegian Museum of Technology as electronic music machines compete for space with 3D printers, vintage cars, medical artifacts and retro video games. This deceptively small museum has a long list of exhibits and workshops while those in need of some vitamin D (or as much Vit D as you can hope for in Oslo) can amble along the beautiful nearby Aker River. We recommend the Scandic Victoria as a city centre base.

Marrakech, Morocco

When you’ve finished exploring the vibrant Marrakech medinas head to the city’s Cyber Park for some down time. With plenty of green spaces for kids to run around – this Marrakech park also has impeccable WiFi connections and a central internet cafe for instagramming your holiday pics. Families hoping to stay near to the park are recommended The Red House as being particularly accomodating to young families.