Family days out in New York
There are so many fun places to go with kids in New York - great zoos and aquariums, museums, theme parks, water parks and swimming pools, places to visit outdoors (many of which are cheap or free), historical places of interest, activities and indoor play centres - just take a look below, plenty of things to do with the children in NY.
On Location Tours(0km)
New York City
On Location ToursGo behind the scenes of your favorite tv shows and movies! This is a bus tour with plenty of outdoor stops, and even includes some tasty treats along the way!
Liberty Helicopters(0km)
Manhatten
Liberty HelicoptersExperience the thrill of a helicopter flight while flying past the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and many more of New York City's most captivating sights. Fun for the whole family and educational too. Children under 2 years of age and under 35lbs fly for FREE..
Madison Square Garden All Access Tour(0km)
Manhatten
Madison Square Garden All Access Tournjoy a one-hour behind-the-scenes guided walking tour of the World's Most Famous Arena. With over 600 events each year, you never know what you'll see! Visit the team locker rooms and experience the world of pro athletes and sports journalists.
Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum(0km)
West side of Manhattan
Intrepid Sea-Air-Space MuseumThe Intrepid's permanent flight deck exhibits include an A-12 Blackbird, an F-14 Super Tomcat, a British Scimitar, a French Entendard and a Polish MiG-21 among other many other fixed-wing aircraft and a couple of helicopters. One record-breaking highlight is the Concorde
Madame Tussauds(0km)
Manhatten
Madame TussaudsCome face to face with your favorite celebrities at the 85,000 square-foot, five-story Madame Tussaud's New York presenting New York's most famous and infamous personalities, as well as figures of international fame and acclaim.
Circle Line Semi-Circle Cruise(0km)
Manhatten
Circle Line Semi-Circle CruiseExperience the grandeur of New York on our 2-hour city highlights tour. You'll enjoy magnificent views of the world's premier skyline and a close-up view of Lady Liberty. Sail down the Hudson, cruise around the Battery, up the East River, and under the Brooklyn, Manhattan..
NBC Experience Store and Studio Tour(0km)
Manhatten
NBC Experience Store and Studio TourThe NBC Experience Store is your one stop to the world of NBC. Located directly across from the Today show's "window on the world,". The NBC Experience Store offers walking tours behind the scenes of NBC's New York studios and of New York's most recognizable landmark,..
New York Talks and Walks(1km)
Manhatten
New York Talks and WalksNew York City walking tours provide a unique entertaining and educational site-seeing perspective on the Big Apple. New York Talks and Walks are led by Dr. Philip E. Schoenberg and his entourage of NYC experts. Offering over 100 different tours, Dr. Phil and his NYC experts..
Empire State Building(1km)
Midtown Manhattan
Empire State BuildingThe Empire State Building has been named by the American Society of Civil Engineers as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. The 86th floor observation deck offers impressive 360-degree views of the city.
NY Skyride(1km)
Manhatten
NY SkyrideAs the only virtual tour simulator in the city, the SKYRIDE takes you on an aerial NYC tour unlike any other. Join actor Kevin Bacon for a fun adventure where you can feel the sights of New York in special HD theaters equipped with state of the art motion seats and..
Top of the Rock Observation Deck(1km)
Manhatten
Top of the Rock Observation DeckDiscover New York in all its forms from 70 stories up at Top of the Rock Observation Deck. Our high-speed shuttle sends you racing to the sky. Our dazzling multimedia history exhibits are a feast for the eyes and stimulate the minds of all ages. And then there's the view:..
Radio City Music Hall Tour(1km)
Manhatten
Radio City Music Hall Tourthe Music Hall now reflects its original grandeur of opening night, 1932, sporting behind-the-scenes upgrades and refurbishment. Following the lead of Radio City's experienced tour guides, explore the beautiful art-deco interiors, learn the secrets of the Great Stage, one..
Chelsea Piers(2km)
New York
Chelsea PiersChelsea Piers, a 28-acre sports village on the Hudson River, consists of The Field House, Sky Rink, The Golf Club, The Sports Center, The Spa, and Chelsea Piers BlueStreak. Each of these venues offers something unique, exciting and fun for the family.
United Nations(2km)
Manhatten
United NationsThe guided tour of the United Nations starts with a brief overview of the Organization and its structure. The main part of the tour consists of a visit to the chambers of the Security Council, the Trusteeship Council and the Economic and Social Council, which are located in..
Sony Wonder Technology Lab(2km)
Manhattan
Sony Wonder Technology LabThe Sony Wonder Technology Lab (SWTL) is a FREE four-story, interactive technology and entertainment museum for all ages. Located in mid-town Manhattan, SWTL inspires creativity in a high-quality, engaging and family friendly learning environment.
FAO Schwarz Toy Store(2km)
Manhatten
FAO Schwarz Toy StoreThe Toy Soldier stands at the front door, ready to welcome you into our special world. FAO Schwarz has been enchanting the young and young-at-heart since 1862. Our flagship store on Fifth Avenue is a big place, with nearly 50,000 square feet of toys, and fun and games,..
Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour(3km)
Brooklyn
Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tourclimb aboard the city's only guided bus tour of Brooklyn's BEST pizzerias. This 4 1/2 hour foodie romp through Brooklyn includes pizza, soft drinks and an audio-visual historical tour of Brooklyn's famous movie locations, landmarks and points of interest.
AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 with IMAX(3km)
Manhatten
AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 with IMAXBilled in advertisements of the time as "The 8-Story Wonder of the World", the theatre featured 600 seats (not included in the nine-screen total cited above), the United States' largest theatrical screen measuring 100' by 80'
Central Park Zoo(3km)
Manhatten
Central Park ZooFrom a steamy rain forest to an icy Antarctic penguin habitat, the zoo leads visitors through tropic, temperate and polar regions to encounter fascinating animals - from tiny leafcutter ants to tremendous polar bears. The Tisch Children's Zoo, added in 1997, lets little..
The Pond at Bryant Park(4km)
Manhatten
The Pond at Bryant ParkThe Pond is the centerpiece of Bryant Park's winter season, which also includes the annual Holiday Shops at Bryant Park. The 170' x 100' rink features free admission ice skating, in addition to high quality rental skates, skating shows, special events and activities. Runs..
American Museum of Natural History(4km)
Manhatten
American Museum of Natural HistoryThe museum has 46 permanent exhibition halls. Don't miss world renowned Dinosaur Halls, a 94-foot- long blue whale in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life, the new Spitzer Hall of Human Origins, and much more
Childrens Museum of Manhattan(4km)
Manhattan
Childrens Museum of ManhattanCMOM inspires children and families to learn about themselves and our culturally diverse world through the arts, literacy, media & communications, science & the environment and early childhood education
Hayden Planetarium(4km)
Manhatten
Hayden PlanetariumThis looks amazing - i'm sure it would turn any kids into Buzz Lightyear wannabees!! The Hayden Sphere is the largest VR simulator in the World and there are shows on in the Space Theatre which will whisk you round the Universe
Metropolitan Museum of Art(4km)
Manhatten
Metropolitan Museum of ArtHas a permanent collection containing more than two million works of art, divided into nineteen curatorial departments.
Guggenheim Museum(4km)
Manhatten
Guggenheim MuseumThe museum's great rotunda has been the site of many celebrated special exhibitions, while its smaller galleries are devoted to the Guggenheim's renowned collection, which ranges from Impressionism through contemporary art.
Museum of the City of New York(5km)
Manhatten
Museum of the City of New YorkThe Museum of the City of New York is the place to go to find out more about the city. The exhibits have just about everything you ever wanted to know about New York City and then some.
South Street Seaport Museum(6km)
Manhatten
South Street Seaport MuseumThe South Street Seaport Museum in New York City is home to the nation's largest fleet of privately maintained historic vessels. The three types of shops they have are: Stationary, Training, and Workhorses. The ships you can view are: Ambrose, Helen McAllister, Lettie G...
Statue of Liberty(6km)
Manhatten
Statue of LibertyIt appears that you can no longer go to the crown of the Statue (tell us if we're wrong), however, you can go into the base and a visit to the museum is well worth a visit and to get pictures with the statue is surely a must for every person visiting NYC.
Liberty Science Center(10km)
Jersey City
Liberty Science CenterThe interactive museums three exhibit floors, each having a different theme, are dedicated to exploration through hands-on experimentation.
Prospect Park Wildlife Center(11km)
Brooklyn
Prospect Park Wildlife CenterYoungsters can meet prairie dogs nose-to-nose, and walk among wallabies. The Animal Lifestyles building's centerpiece is a spectacular habitat for hamadryas baboons
Queens Zoo Wildlife Center(12km)
Flushing
Queens Zoo Wildlife CenterExhibit updates have given the Queens Zoo the feel of a national park - albeit a small one. The zoo perimeter is a pathway that leads visitors to pockets of wild habitats, from the Great Plains to the rocky California coast to a Northeast forest. At home in these..
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament(12km)
Lyndhurst
Medieval Times Dinner and TournamentIn the Lyndhurst Castle's grand ceremonial arena, weapons are brandished and an authentic medieval jousting tournament ensues. Our Knights' dazzling displays of skill and athleticism demand the same respect as any on-field heroics as nearby Giants Stadium.
Brooklyn Wild Parrot Safari(15km)
Brooklyn
Brooklyn Wild Parrot SafariFind out what on earth wild parrots are doing in Brooklyn? Join Steve Baldwin on his scheduled tour of Brooklyn where you can find out all you ever wanted to know about Brooklyn's parrot population.
Newark Museum(15km)
Newark
Newark MuseumWhatever your child is passionate about, let the Junior Museum be your partner as your child explores their creative self, expands their mind, and above all, has fun while learning something new!
Staten Island Childrens Museum(17km)
Staten Island
Staten Island Childrens MuseumThe Staten Island Children's Museum appeals to the intrepid explorer in every child. Interactive exhibitions and creative workshops offer plenty of opportunities for hands-on, first hand experiences that nurture children's natural curiosity and creativity. Visits to the..
Staten Island Museum(17km)
Staten Island
Staten Island Museumvisitors can embark on a voyage through time in the Staten Island Ferry exhibit, get close to exotic insects, see rocks glow in the dark along with oddities in the Hall of Natural Sciences and experience the life of Staten Island's first inhabitants, the Lenape.
Velocity 17 Kart Racing(18km)
Maywood
Velocity 17 Kart RacingOur karts are equipped with a full wrap around bumper and seatbelt, and our track marshals are always on hand to help out, making sure that every child is tightly belted in to their kart, and wearing the helmet and neck brace correctly
New York Aquarium(20km)
Coney Island
New York AquariumWith exhibits featuring over 8,000 animals, the Aquarium offers diversity, superb viewing, and world-renowned scientific expertise that assures a rewarding experience and the knowledge that people can make a difference in the ocean world around them. Learn about animals..
Astroland(20km)
Brooklyn
AstrolandCyberspace is great, but the only real Coney Island experience is the smell of hot dogs, ocean air, and screams from the thrill rides-- - safety bar down - hands in the air! Home of the world famous Cyclone.
NJ Childrens Museum(22km)
Paramus
NJ Childrens MuseumExplore over 30 different play and learning areas, each designed to attract and engage the imagination! Your child is your guide.
Turtleback Zoo(23km)
West Orange
Turtleback Zoo500 animals of 200 different species plus loads of extra fun like pony ride and train rides
Funplex(32km)
East Hanover
FunplexWhat's unique about The Funplex are attractions like, "Foam Frenzy" and "Go-Karting". Some of our other attractions include Adventure Mini Golf, Lazer Tag, Free Fall, Bumper Boats, Ferris Wheel, Tilt-A-Whirl, Motion Simulator, Driving Range and a State-of-the-Art Arcade!!
Bowcraft Playland(36km)
Scotch Plains
Bowcraft PlaylandRide the new Crossbow Roller Coaster, or take a spin on the new Muzik Express. In addition to these, there are many other fun & exciting rides including The Drop Zone, Crazy Submarine, Galleon Pirate Ship, Frog Hopper, and Scrambler just to name a few.
Rye Playland(36km)
Rye
Rye PlaylandPlayland is Metro New York's great family amusement park and entertainment center. Featuring more than 50 rides and attractions for children and adults, Playland also offers free entertainment and has a beach, pool, boardwalk and pier on scenic Long Island Sound, lake..
Keansburg Amusement Park(37km)
Keansburg
Keansburg Amusement ParkCelebrated its 100th anniversary in 2005, and is a small park which is home to many classic rides from a bygone era.
Fun Time America(41km)
Cliffwood
Fun Time AmericaFunTime America has over 40,000 sq. ft. of incredible entertainment. The emphasis is on safe, family fun at a price that everyone can afford. Stop in and check out our rides, play the hottest arcade games or challenge your friends to an exciting game of laser tag.
Morris Museum(42km)
Morristown
Morris MuseumThe museum offers a full calendar of special events, festivals, classes, and activities for the entire family - with an ever changing hands on exhibitions varying from arts and science to historical and theatrical.
The Bruce Museum(44km)
Greenwich
The Bruce MuseumThe Bruce Museum is an educational institution which, through its varied exhibitions and collections in the arts and sciences, provides programs for diverse audiences.
Adventureland(46km)
Farmingdale
AdventurelandAdventureland is Long Island's home of Family Fun since 1962. This family amusement park features 30 rides and attractions especially for kids and their parents. A great idea if you're looking for places to go with kids in New York.
Community Childrens Museum(49km)
Dover
Community Childrens MuseumProvides children with interactive, stimulating, and artistically inspiring exhibits and programs, where they can explore, create, learn, and have fun with their families and the community.
Morris County Planetarium(50km)
Randolph
Morris County PlanetariumKids love looking at the stars - so what better than to take them to a Planetarium show?!
Stamford Museum and Nature Center (55km)
Stamford
Stamford Museum and Nature Center Seasonal fun awaits you at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center. Bring friends and enjoy a picnic on the Meadow, walk over 80 acres of nature trails, drop in to the Hecksher Farm and say hello the animals.The Stamford Museum & Nature Center is a place for families. Come..
The Maritime Aquarium(60km)
Norwalk
The Maritime AquariumThe Maritime Aquarium inspires people of all ages to appreciate Long Island Sound and protect it for future generations. A vibrant and entertaining learning environment, the Maritime Aquarium achieves this goal through living exhibits, marine science, and environmental..
Sheffield Island Lighthouse tour(60km)
Norwalk
Sheffield Island Lighthouse tourVisitors can board the Seaport ferry at the AssociationâÂÂs dock, adjacent to Stroffolino Bridge, corner of Washington and Water Streets, South Norwalk, CT, for their trip to the island, the lighthouse or harbor cruises.
Once on the island, visitors are treated to a tour..
New Canaan Nature Center(61km)
New Canaan
New Canaan Nature CenterThe New Canaan Nature Center is a not-for-profit environmental education center and sanctuary dedicated to helping people of all ages better understand, appreciate and care for the world of nature.
Bradley Beach Miniature Golf Course(61km)
Bradley Beach
Bradley Beach Miniature Golf CourseBradley Beach offers Miniature Golf right on the beach! This is a great place for families with younger children to spend a fun day in the sun.
Tomahawk Lake(62km)
Sparta
Tomahawk LakeRides to choose from such as their 400 foot body slides and speed slide, swan boats, duck boats, paddle boats and bumper boats, the one-person water coaster, Trolley slide and their awesome Rocky Mountain slide that spans over 500 feet!
Stepping Stones Museum for Children (62km)
Norwalk
Stepping Stones Museum for Children Fun - and lots of it!
Learning and fun go hand-in-hand at Stepping Stones. Our exhibits and educational programs help expand a child's world by engaging them in fun, playful exploration. With four main galleries, a toddlers-only gallery and over 100 hands-on activities,..
Wild West City(62km)
Stanhope
Wild West CityFeaturing twenty-two (22) different live action shows throughout the course of the day, Wild West City offers the visitor the chance to 'live' in the old west + miniature train, stage-coach and pony rides.
Franklin Mineral Museum(65km)
Franklin
Franklin Mineral MuseumThe museum has over 4,000 mineral specimens on display in the local room including those that are on display in the 33 foot long fluorescent display in the fluorescent room. The museum's fluorescent display has a dazzling array of the world's most brilliant and colorful..
Keeler Tavern(73km)
Ridgefield
Keeler TavernListed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Keeler Tavern Museum has been a farmhouse, tavern, stagecoach stop, post office, hotel for travelers, home of noted architect Cass Gilbert and, since 1966, a museum.
Jenkinson's Boardwalk(75km)
Pt. Pleasant Beach
Jenkinson's BoardwalkYou can pet a stingray at the aquarium, or gawp at the sharks then head on up to the amusement park for a go on one of the many rides
Delaware River Tubing(77km)
Frenchtown
Delaware River TubingEvery single tube is outfitted with handles that makes carrying easier when entering the river, pulling up to Adventure Island for food with The Famous River Hot Dog Man, and for when exiting the river. Tubing has never been so easy!
Black River and Western Railroad(77km)
Flemington
Black River and Western RailroadA great 70-minute steam / diesel powered train rides through rural Hunterdon County, a must for all those young train fans out there.
Northlandz(77km)
Flemington
NorthlandzEnter Northlandz and enjoy an astonishing tour through some of the finest scenery in America, all under one roof - The Great American Railway:
A spectacular adventure on this 1 mile indoor tour through a miniature world - La Peep Dollhouse - The Raritan River Railway and..
Six Flags Wild Safari(78km)
Jackson
Six Flags Wild SafariVisit the largest drive-thru safari outside of Africa. This 350-acre wildlife preserve is home to 1,200 animals, including several endangered species.
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor(78km)
Jackson
Six Flags Hurricane HarborSatisfy your need for speed on our thrill-a-second water rides. Take a relaxing cruise down a lazy river. Get lost on purpose in our 45-acre tropical island paradise.
Pine Creek Miniature Golf(79km)
West Amwell
Pine Creek Miniature GolfPine Creek is one of America's largest and most beautiful miniature golf facilities - Each of the two challenging 18-hole courses features a beautiful, picturesque setting of trees, flowers, ponds, streams, fountains, and waterfalls
Captains Cove Seaport(80km)
Bridgeport
Captains Cove SeaportSince 1982, CaptainâÂÂs Cove Seaport has grown from a vacant lot and a handful of slips to one of ConnecticutâÂÂs premier tourist attractions and seaport complexes. Located on Historic Black Rock Harbor, we are an active maritime and amusement center.
ThereâÂÂs no..
Fun 4 All Play Centre(81km)
Port Jefferson Station
Fun 4 All Play CentreFun4all is half an acre of indoor, air-conditioned fun for children ages one to fifteen with adult supervision. Fun4all features slides and towers, treehouse play, tunnels, preschool play areas, and now we have Inflatable bouncers and slides.
The Barnum Museum(82km)
Bridgeport
The Barnum MuseumOn January 1, 1842, P.T. Barnum opened his first museum on lower Broadway in New York City. Almost 166 years later, The Barnum Museum in Bridgeport, Connecticut carries on the extraordinary legacy of this great American icon.
Bridgeport Discovery Museum(82km)
Bridgeport
Bridgeport Discovery MuseumFrom three floors of hands-on fun with science to daily Planetarium shows, all include with admission to the museum! Great idea if you are looking for fin places to go with kids in Connecticut.
The Military Musuem Of Southern New England(84km)
Danbury
The Military Musuem Of Southern New EnglandWe currently display a vivid cross section of 20th century American military history. Many of our vehicles are extremely rare, often the only example in the western hemisphere! The museum staff is composed primarily of unpaid volunteers who are responsible for designing and..
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