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14 top things to do in New York with kids: Activities and places for the whole family

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I’ve curated a selection of the best attractions, monuments, parks, neighborhoods, museums and activities in New York where both kids and parents will have a great time.

Museum

American Museum of Natural History

The American Museum of Natural History has 45 roo…

The American Museum of Natural History has 45 rooms with permanent exhibitions, a planetarium and a library. The exhibitions … + More

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Leisure

Jane's Carousel

Jane's Carousel is an antique carousel locate…

Jane's Carousel is an antique carousel located in DUMBO, in Brooklyn. It's covered by a glass box, so it doesn't matt… + More

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Monument

Statue of Liberty

Probably the most famous monument of New York Cit…

Probably the most famous monument of New York City, the Statue of Liberty is situated in Liberty Island, south of Manhattan. It w… + More

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Monument

Alice in Wonderland statue

With over 3 meters of height, the bronze statue o…

With over 3 meters of height, the bronze statue of Alice in Wonderland was built in 1959. Unlike other statues, kids are allowed … + More

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Green

High Line

The High Line is a public park located in the Mea…

The High Line is a public park located in the Meatpacking district, built on an elevated rail structure from Gansevoort St. to 34… + More

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Green

Central Park

One of the most famous parks in the world, Centra…

One of the most famous parks in the world, Centra Park is also known as the green lung of New York City. In its grounds it includ… + More

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Museum

National Geographic Encounter: Ocean Odissey

This space lets visitors experience the depths of…

This space lets visitors experience the depths of the ocean from the South Pacific to California, using modern technology and pho… + More

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Museum

Central Park Zoo

This zoo is the home of leopards, giraffes, bears…

This zoo is the home of leopards, giraffes, bears, penguins, monkeys and lots of other interesting animals. Check their daily sc… + More

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Museum

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space museum

This is a museum complex that showcases aircrafts…

This is a museum complex that showcases aircrafts, boats, space shuttles, jets, a guided missile submarine and much more. The exh… + More

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Viewpoint

Top of The Rock Observation Deck

This observation deck is located on top of the Ro…

This observation deck is located on top of the Rockefeller Center, therefore its name. It reopened to the public on november… + More

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Green

Brooklyn Bridge Park

The Brooklyn Bridge Park is a waterfront park loc…

The Brooklyn Bridge Park is a waterfront park located on Brooklyn's East River shoreline. It streches along the shorelin… + More

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Monument

Charging Bull

The Charging bull sculpture, also refered to as &…

The Charging bull sculpture, also refered to as "the Wall Street bull" was designed by Arturo Di Modica. The bull repre… + More

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Leisure

Madison Square Garden

The Madison Square Garden, also known as "Th…

The Madison Square Garden, also known as "The Garden" is a multi-purpose indoor arena. It's used for pro… + More

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Viewpoint

Times Square

Probably the most visited place in New York City,…

Probably the most visited place in New York City, Times Square attracts turists with its neon signs and many shops. The best… + More

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Have you just started to plan your trip? Too many things to decide? Too long do it all by yourself? Special needs or wishes? Then, you should plan your trip with a local to get tailored travel plans & advices.

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