Things to Do with Kids in New York
Last updated: December 25, 2024
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American Museum of Natural History
World-famous museum featuring dinosaur halls, space shows at Hayden Planetarium, and interactive science exhibits...
Central Park Zoo
5-acre zoo featuring snow leopards, penguins, and a children's zoo with a petting area...
Bronx Zoo
The largest urban zoo in America with over 6,000 animals and dedicated children's zoo...
Children's Museum of Manhattan
Interactive museum with hands-on exhibits focused on early childhood development...
Brooklyn Bridge Park
85-acre park with playgrounds, splash pad, and Jane's Carousel...
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Interactive museum aboard an aircraft carrier featuring planes, submarines, and space shuttle...
Sloomoo Institute
Interactive slime museum with hands-on experiences and sensory activities...
Museum of Mathematics (MoMath)
Interactive exhibits making mathematics fun and engaging for children...
New York Hall of Science
Interactive science center with over 450 exhibits and activities...
Luna Park
Iconic Coney Island amusement park with rides and attractions...
Brooklyn Children's Museum
The world's first children's museum with interactive exhibits and cultural displays...
Staten Island Children's Museum
Interactive museum with hands-on exhibits and educational programs...
Prospect Park Zoo
12-acre zoo featuring sea lions, red pandas, and a discovery trail...
Queens County Farm Museum
Historic working farm with animals, seasonal activities, and educational programs...
Legoland Discovery Center Westchester
Indoor Lego-themed attraction with rides and building activities...
Bronx Children's Museum
Interactive museum celebrating Bronx culture and natural environment...
Chelsea Piers
Sports complex offering rock climbing, ice skating, bowling, and gymnastics...
Museum of the Moving Image
Interactive museum dedicated to film, television, and digital media...
New Victory Theater
Theater dedicated to kids and family performances...
Rye Playland
Historic amusement park with rides, pool, and beach access...
Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre
Historic puppet theater in Central Park featuring family shows...
Brooklyn Game Lab
Educational gaming center offering board games and strategy workshops...
Queens Zoo
18-acre zoo featuring animals native to the Americas...
Governors Island
172-acre island with bike paths, playgrounds, and seasonal activities...
Liberty Science Center
Interactive science museum with IMAX dome and planetarium...
Gulliver's Gate
Miniature world exhibit featuring detailed replicas of global landmarks...