These 26 Travel Toys Will Keep the Kids Entertained for Hours

Why not squeeze in some learning on the way to your destination? This easily packable toy teaches colors, shapes and numbers while they have a field day buckling the corresponding clasps.

Best for ages 1+

This book is ideal for travel because there are no little pieces that might fall to the floor Each page contains an activity teaching toddlers everything from time to shapes and textures. The Quiet Book is also available in 4 other colors.

Best for ages 3+

Magnetic toys can be a lifesaver, especially on a bumpy ride. This block set comes with six pieces that your child has to form into objects like this jet plane or the five other shapes the brand makes. They will love sitting on an airplane while trying to build their own.

Best for ages 10+ months

Remember that old toy where you used a magnet pen to move iron powder around a cardboard face to give them hair? This is an updated version of that simple concept to bring out your child's creative side. Each set comes with magnets, an erasable marker and patterns for them to recreate.

Best for ages 3+

As if drawing time isn't exciting enough, this tablet lets kids create their doodles with a rainbow color scheme. The tablets are made from a tough plastic and have round edges, so there's no need to worry about them hitting the ground while you and the kids are off on your adventure.

Best for ages 3+

You might be heading out on vacation, but that's no excuse for your little one to neglect their studies. They can practice the alphabet by uncovering the pictures on each flash card with the magic water pens. There's also a numbers version.

Best for ages 3+

This little case comes with letters, numbers and a variety of fasteners for kids to zip, tie, buckle and more. Pro tip: Some parents have used this board to teach their toddlers how to dress themselves.

Best for ages 1+

Games are always a safe bet to help pass the time on the way to wherever you're heading. This memory game comes with double-sided cards you load into a wooden frame with flaps.

Best for ages 5+

Keep your kids distracted with a classic shape sorting toy. This one from Melissa & Doug is made for easy packing and has crinkly flaps on the back for little ones who haven't mastered their shapes just yet.

Best for ages 9+ months

This toy is like a day at school in one convenient package. The 50 pop-up tabs contain letters, numbers, shapes and colors to learn. You can even make a memory game out of it.

Best for ages 3+

Coloring can get messy, but not when it's done with water. That's what makes these books perfect for hitting the road. The water will always dry and the color only appears on the designated pages.

Best for ages 3+

They'll have a blast using the magnetic pen to move cars around the board. The fact that there's a whole alphabet component challenging them to park the vehicles in the correct parking space is an added bonus.

Best for ages 3+

You'll have beautiful new works of art to hang on the fridge in the time it takes to get from place to place. Each kit comes with five pictures to fill in with colorful stickers for a mess-free activity. With over 1,000 5-star reviews, this one is definitely worth making room for.

Best for ages 3+

There's no need for a stage to put on a puppet show. This set consists of 14 animals and six people, so the possibilities are endless. They also make a set that helps teach kids about the helpful members of the community, like teachers and police officers.

Best for ages 3+

It's time to learn all about animals. Which ones are pets? Which ones live on a farm? That's for them to figure out. The book has 100 flaps to flip, turning them into little zoologists along the way.

Best for ages 1+

This portable farm lets them play pretend wherever you set up shop. With 17 pieces, it may not be as easy to transport as some of the other options on this list, but it uses magnets to keep everything on the board.

Best for ages 3+

Sometimes they just need something to squeeze. Nee Doh is colorful and squishy — two things kids can't resist. If they're not into fruit, the brand also makes gummy bears and other fun shapes.

Best for ages 3+

Forget the Rubik's Cube! This box is way more fun. There are four patterns that get revealed as you twist and reshape the cube using the magnets inside.

Best for ages 8+

The best thing about pint-size Polly Pocket is that all of her toys are ideal for on-the-go playtime. The Pollyville Resort Roll Away will get them excited about having their own piece of luggage for your big trip. The set comes with four dolls, one vehicle and over 25 accessories.

Best for ages 4+

If you're worried about cards ending up all over the place with the original game, try Uno Quatro, which uses tiles instead of paper cards — genius!

Best for ages 7+