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Explore Central Park, Go to Staten Island Ferry, Visit the Children’s Museum of the Arts, Stroll Through National Museum of Mathematic, Enjoy at LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Go to New York City Fire Museum, Stroll on Children’s Museum of Manhattan, Explore The New Victory Theater, Play at Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex and many more.

NYC is not only for adults and there are so many things to do in New York with kids that are enjoyable for the whole family. Locals know that kids in NYC have access to a dizzying number of playgrounds, and tourists will discover that the city boasts a plethora of kid-friendly activities and museums. Kids may play to their hearts' content while enjoying some fresh air with a variety of outdoor activities, or they can stay within when the weather isn't cooperating.

Kids will have a great time at authentic New York pizza spots and exciting, kid-friendly eateries. Baseball games, ice cream shops, kid-friendly Broadway plays, Coney Island, story time... the list goes on and on. While you're unlikely to exhaust this list anytime soon, there are plenty of things for kids to do in New York city such as family-friendly hiking and biking trails, as well as kid-approved day outings and weekend vacations. With all of the things to do with kids in NYC throughout the five boroughs, they'll be exhausted, as will you — and you surely deserve a stop at one of NYC's kid-friendly bars.

Here is the list of best things to do in New York with Kids:

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About the One World Observatory, New York:

One World Observatory, located atop One World Trade Center in New York City, offers breathtaking views from the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. The journey begins with interactive exhibits in the Global Welcome Center, followed by a thrilling SkyPod elevator ride. At the top, the Main Observatory on the 102th floor provides 360-degree views, engaging displays, and the Sky Portal, a glass floor offering a unique perspective of the streets below. It's a must-visit for anyone visiting the Big Apple.

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Activity Location: 214 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036, United States

Activity Operation Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Activity Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes

About the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Broadway Show Tickets in New York:

Discover what happened to Harry and his pals after living in the Deathly Hollows for 19 years by attending the spellbinding show of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre of New York. This drama, which draws inspiration from J.K. Rowling's eighth book, is capturing the public's attention in spades. Make your loved ones, especially your kids, fans of the Harry Potter series and magic by bringing them along!

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Activity Location: 200 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11238, United States

Activity Timing: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Wednesday - Sunday, Mmonday-Tuesday Closed)

Activity Duration: 2 Hours (Approx)

About the Brooklyn Museum:

Spend a great time at the Brooklyn Museum, the oldest and largest art museum that offers a world-class collection of African and Egyptian 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th-century artworks. Visit various sections of the museum and see the gorgeous paintings by famous artists including Dennis Hopper and Norman Rockwell. Do not miss some of the amazing statues & paintings like Cartonnage of Nespanetjerenpere, Nardo di Cione, Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints Zenobius, and Yobura.

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Activity Location: 1 Legoland Wy, Goshen, New York, United States

Activity Timings: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Activity Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

About the LEGOLAND, New York:

Visit LEGOLAND now of the largest Legoland-themed parks in the world. Explore different themed zones of the theme park like Bricktopia, Lego Pirates & Lego Castle & enjoy a unique set of rides and attractions like the "Dragon" roller coaster and the spinning "NINJAGO: The Ride". Marvel at the attention to detail in Miniland, where famous U.S. landmarks and cities are recreated using Lego bricks. Get to know how Lego bricks are made and gain insights into the Lego manufacturing process through an informative and engaging factory tour. Book LEGOLAND Tickets and meet your favorite life-sized Lego characters.

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SPYSCAPE Museum Location: 928 8th Ave, New York

Activity Timings: 12:00 PM -7:00 PM

Activity Duration: 2-3 Hours (Approx)

About the SPYSCAPE Museum Tickets:

Gather a significant amount of knowledge about the history of spycraft during a visit to the renowned Spyscape Spy Museum in New York. Get a chance to indulge in various fun-filled challenges and show your espionage skills at the interrogation booths. Enhance your knowledge about some spy areas i.e. secret intelligence, hacking groups, spying methods, etc. during the tour. Book admission tickets and get a memorable experience like never before.

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New York Hall Of Science Location: NYSCI, 47-01 111th St, Queens, New York

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  • Wednesday - Sunday: 10 AM - 5 PM (except Friday)

Activity Duration: 2 Hours (approx)

About New York Hall Of Science Tickets:

New York is home to the third largest library in the world. And more than 800 languages are spoken by the city's diverse residents. Spend time at NYSCI New York Hall Of Science and know about atoms, biology, space, and so much more about the world we live in. With over 400 hands-on exhibits and activities, the Hall will arouse curiosity about how things work in you and your kids.

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Explore Central Park

  • Discovering Central Park's unique history, accessibility, and design make it New York City's most renowned park and one of the world's most acclaimed greenspaces.
  • Stroll through the first public park established in the United States, which receives over 25 million people every year. It features 36 bridges and arches, as well as approximately 50 monuments, sculptures, fountains, and a castle.
  • Enjoy at the park which has 21 playgrounds, the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater, lovely paddle boat rentals, and, of course, the Central Park Zoo.
Location: 1802 65th St Transverse, New York, NY 10065

Timing: Open daily

Weather Permitting: Winter: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Spring, summer & fall: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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Enjoy at LEGOLAND Discovery Center

  • The most exciting and thrilling indoor LEGO® playground, one of the things to do in New York with kids, is located at the LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Westchester. Housing millions of LEGO bricks under one roof, this indoor amusement center is ideal for kids aged 3 to 10.
  • It consists of 12 LEGO-themed attractions including 2 coasters, a 4D cinema, NYC MINILAND, etc for kids to create tons of memories.
  • In LEGO NINJAGO City Adventure, you can put your Ninja skills to the ultimate test.
  • In LEGO City Builder, you can add your creations to a LEGO cityscape and race them down a track.
  • In our Build & Test track, you can race your car creations. In our LEGO Shop, you can find the ideal LEGO set and in the coffee shop, you can unwind with a Starbucks® beverage.
  • LEGOLAND Discovery Center is a thing to do in New York with kids, all parents must go with their kids.
 Location: LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester, Ridge Hill Mall, 39 Fitzgerald Street, Yonkers, NY 10710, United States

Timing: Open Mon-Fri: 11 am - 5 pm / Sat-Sun: 10 am - 7 pm
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Go to Staten Island Ferry

  • Try to think of a boat tour which is free including views of the Statue of Liberty, Governors Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Manhattan skyline.
  • Take this hour-long excursion which is also among the top absolutely free things to do in New York with kids.
  • Depart from the St. George Ferry Terminal on Staten Island or the Whitehall Terminal in Manhattan to take the ferry.
Location: 4 Whitehall St, New York, NY 10004

Timing: 6:00 AM- 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM-8:00 PM 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week.
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Visit the Children’s Museum of the Arts

  • Stroll through the rooms structured around a huge central gallery, which provides CMA with a new main exhibition and function venue as you go on exploring Children’s Museum of the Arts.
  • You can witness the smaller areas, which have been turned into very specific moments around the "white boxes" of the gallery. All these are segregated by a "color wheel" that indicates the various programs.
  • Also, admire the big circular sink-o-rama in the art studios making washing hands a joyful experience. The new CMA is intended to motivate children to create and learn about art by providing a space where the creation and exhibition of art coexist.
Location: 103 Charlton St New York 10014
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Stroll Through National Museum of Mathematic

  • One of the things to do in New York with kids is the National Museum of Mathematics.
  • Change your mind by visiting the National Museum of Mathematics.
  • Experience the interactive displays that demonstrate how science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) influence every aspect of our lives.
  • Kids can paint on a digital canvas, ride square-wheeled tricycles, and confound their parents with a variety of puzzles and tests.
Location: 11 E 26th St, New York, NY 10010

Timing: (Monday-Sunday) 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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Go to New York City Fire Museum

  • If you're visiting New York with children, the fire museum is one of the must-see destinations.
  • It is situated in a historic Beaux Arts building from the 1900s in Soho.
  • It contains vintage fire equipment, so the experience is part exploration of artwork and part fire safety drill.
  • In addition, you will learn about the history of New York City firefighters.
Location: 278 Spring Street, New York, NY 10013

Timing: Open Wednesday to Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm
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Stroll on Children’s Museum of Manhattan

  • The two permanent exhibits at the Children's Museum of Manhattan engage different parts of children's imaginations, making it one of the best things to do in New York with kids.
  • The first is "EatSleepPlay," which encourages children to develop healthy habits by letting them crawl through a digestive system, assist in pumping a giant heart, and burn energy by dodging lasers and balancing on a beam.
  • Converse with a talking dragon, climb up on MTA buses and fire trucks, and explore sandy and soft constructions.
Location: 212 W 83rd St, New York, NY 10024

Timing: Open 10 AM – 5 PM from Tuesday – Sunday
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Play at Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex

  • This sports complex is situated on 28 acres on the Hudson River piers.
  • If you wish to relax, there is also a pool.
  • There's an ice-skating rink nearby if you want to skate around.
  • There's also a lovely pool for people who wish to chill.
  • A 52,000-square-foot outpost is located just behind the Chelsea Piers.
Location: 62 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011

Timing: Open Mon to Fri: 05:30 am to 10:00 pm / Sat to Sun: 08:00 am to 08:00 pm
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Explore The New Victory Theater

  • Discover the New York City's best nonprofit performing arts center, on your visit to the New Victory Theater.
  • You can take your children who will surely get mesmerized by the magic at the attraction, which offers theater, dance, circus, and music to audiences of all ages.
  • You can also appreciate the theater for its  autism-friendly shows with disclaimers for loud sounds and lighting, and it welcomes all people.
Location: 209 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036

Timing: Open Sun - Mon 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Tue - Sat 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

People Also Ask About New York

  1. How many days do we need to tour New York?

    You need around 5 days to tour and explore things to do with kids in New York city if it's your first time. With 5 days with you, all the major attractions in the city of New York can be visited such as the many museums, Gardens and parks that offer amazing views and also islands such as the Staten Island. However, you can still see Manhattan if you only have one day in New York City.
  2. What is the best way to explore New York?

    The best way to explore the city of New York is to take a walking tour around the city and experience the soul of the city on the bustling streets. There are many walking tours that take place in the city of New York which allow you to learn the history of the city and admire the great attractions that the city has to offer.
  3. What are some best romantic places to visit in New York?

    1. Brooklyn Heights Promenade
    2. Shakespeare Garden 
    3. Romantic Cruise 
    4. Brooklyn Botanic Garden 
    5. Staten Island Ferry
    6. The Cloisters
    7. One if by Land, Two if by Sea
    8. Domino Park
    9. Hayden Planetarium
    10. Red Hook and the Columbia Street Waterfront
    11. Grand Central Terminal
  4. Which are some of the best museums in New York?

    1. Metropolitan Museum of Art
    2. Museum of Modern Art
    3. American Museum of Natural History
    4. September 11 Memorial
    5. Ellis Island Immigration Museum
    6. Frick Collection
    7. Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
    8. Tenement Museum
    9. Whitney Museum of American Art
    10. Morgan Library & Museum
    11. Brooklyn Museum
    12. New York Transit Museum
  5. How to reach New York?

    1. By Air: Indian visitors can directly come to john Kennedy airport; the closest airport to reach New York.

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    By Train: Visitors can directly come to New York Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal; these are the two major railway stations in New York.

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    By Road: New York may be reached by bus from a number of cities around the country, including Boston, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and others, as well as from parts of Canada. A network of interstate roads connects New York to the rest of the country.
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