32 of the best things to do in New York with kids

So good, they famously named it twice – and with so many great things to do in New York with kids, the Big Apple is fantastic for a family city break too.

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And if, like me, your first visits to New York hinged around cocktails and shopping as much as sightseeing, heading back with kids lets you explore a whole different side to the city.

From its famous museums to Central Park and the High Line, to skyscrapers, toy shops and iconic landmarks, I’ve picked 32 of the best things to do in New York with kids, especially if you’re visiting for the first time.

Statue of Liberty

One of the world’s great icons, you can’t visit New York without saying hello to Lady Liberty, complete with a ferry ride out to Liberty Island and some amazing views back to Manhattan.

As well as visiting the Statue of Liberty museum, with stories telling you more about its history, there’s a 10-minute multimedia show, including a chance to (virtually) fly through the statue.

Plus you could even step inside the famous statue, climbing the pedestal and go right up to the famous crown.

There’s a separate ticket for each, so if you have your heart set on that, make sure you’ve booked access to each part as there are only limited numbers allowed.

It goes without saying that this popular spot isn’t one just to turn up and hope: you need timed ferry tickets and prebooked tickets to access any of the sights on Liberty Island.

As well as booking independently, there are a string of tour options available too, many which combine the Statue of Liberty tours with Ellis Island, and guided tour options – allow a minimum of half a day if you’re planning both.

Save some time to enjoy The Battery (formerly Battery Park) near where you catch the ferry over from Lower Manhattan to Liberty Island – along with great views, it’s one of the city’s loveliest green spaces to explore with young children

Ellis Island

An astonishing 12 million immigrants passed through Ellis Island between 1892 and 1954 in search of the American Dream.

And the chance to discover some of their stories at the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration is both fascinating and moving.

After walking through the baggage room, just as those early immigrants would have done, there are displays on the people who lived here before the 1890s, including Native Americans and early settlers, along with information on immigration today.

There are also exhibits showing the process which those arriving had to undergo, including medical checks, as well as seeing the belongings which some brought with them, and even the triple bunks where those detained overnight would have slept.

Better for older kids than preschoolers who – realistically – won’t appreciate the significance, it’s highly recommended to prebook tickets including for the ferry.

Unless you’re planning an independent visit, the majority of tour options combine Ellis Island and Liberty Island, including guided tour options.

The Empire State Building

The tallest building in the world for almost four decades, the Empire State Building is another of the city’s iconic landmarks.

And the top of the Empire State Building is one of the best places to look out over New York City from the observation deck on the 86th floor, with one of the best views out to the Chrysler Building too.

In fact, on a clear day, you can see across six states, making the most of the Big Apple’s highest 360-degree open-air vantage point.

You can also check out the galleries on the second floor, as well as the gorgeous Art Deco lobby.

Buy skip-the-line tickets here to avoid all the queues, as well as cheaper options which let you bypass the ticket queue.

If you can’t get enough views of Manhattan, there’s also the One World Observatory – race up to the 102nd floor in 47 seconds in the Skypod, to marvel at what you can see from the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

Top of the Rock Observation Deck

Vying for the title of most popular viewpoint in New York, the Top of the Rock at the Rockefeller Center also promises you a bird’s eye view of the Big Apple.

Standing 850 feet up, you can not only look out across the city’s famous landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, but from here, you can see the Empire State Building among other highlights of the New York city skyline. 

The one minute ride which whisks you to the top in the Sky Shuttle is pretty exhilarating for adults, let alone kids, and there are inside and outside viewing areas, along with exhibits about the Rockefeller Center’s construction during the Great Depression.

If you’re visiting in winter, don’t miss the Rink at Rockefeller Center on Rockefeller Plaza, one of the best places to ice skate with kids in New York.

Edge Observation Deck

If you’re looking for views with an added thrill, head to Hudson Yards for the Edge Observation Deck, the highest outdoor skydeck in the western hemisphere.

As well as 360-degree views out towards part of Central Park and the Statue of Liberty, you get the thrill of standing 1,100 feet above the ground, on a suspended platform with glass floor and angled glass walls.

If you’ve ever wanted to feel like you’re hovering in the sky about New York, this is the closest option possible (without actually flying).

Between adrenaline thrills, there’s also a chance to learn more about the design and construction of Hudson Yards at the immersive experience beforehand, as well as a cafe where you can drink in the views while you sip and snack.

Staten Island Ferry

If you’re looking for free things to do in New York with kids, the Staten Island ferry ride is a classic.

Running 24/7, the trip takes around 25 minutes – steer clear of rush hour though, when it’s crammed with commuters, and choose a quieter time to soak up the views.

Once an entire ferry system transported people between Manhattan and the future New York boroughs, but with bridges long since built, the Staten Island route gives visitors a taste of how life once was – around 70,000 passengers a day still cruise across New York harbour.

You can stay to explore some of the child friendly attractions, including the Staten Island Children’s Museum, or head straight back to the Whitehall Ferry Terminal in Manhattan – you will have to disembark and queue up again though.

If the journey is a hit – or you’re looking for an alternative option – look out for the new Coney Island ferry route from NYC ferry, which operates several other ferry route from Wall Street Pier 11.

If you’re looking to save money in New York with kids, check out the various city passes to get free entry into attractions, including the New York pass, New York City pass and New York Explorer pass

Roosevelt Island Tramway

One of the quirkiest things to do in New York with kids, the Roosevelt Island tram whisks you 250 feet above the East River to transport you between Manhattan and Roosevelt Island.

The trip on the aerial tramway takes just four minutes, leaving the bustle of the Manhattan side behind after you board at 59th Street and Second Avenue to the quieter island tucked between Manhattan and Queens.

Just two miles long and only 800 feet wide at its maximum, it’s well worth saving a bit of time to explore the island – once closed to the public, it’s home to a former smallpox hospital, plus the Octagon Tower which was once part of an insane asylum and a 19th century lighthouse on the northern tip for some great views of New York City,

Or keep an eye out for family-friendly events at the Franklin D Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park too. If you don’t want to explore, you will have to get off the tram and reboard, rather than being able to make a single round-trip journey.

Brooklyn Bridge

For another fantastic view of the city – and another great option if you’re visiting New York on a budget, plan a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge.

One of the oldest and longest suspension bridges in the US, connecting Manhattan to Brooklyn, it takes at least 30 minutes to cross between the two.

Factor in small legs and the fact you’ll want to stop and take countless photos of the views over the East River, and it’s best to allow an hour.

If you don’t fancy walking back again, you can hop on the East River ferry from DUMBO (still funny for kids, even when you know it stands for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) as well the subway.

There’s plenty to explore once you’re in Brooklyn too, including the New York Transit Museum: if your kids still have plenty of energy, make the most of the 85-acre Brooklyn Bridge Park, or refuel with the fantastic pizza from Grimaldi’s – be prepared to queue and for it to come scorching hot from the oven.

The High Line

When the sun’s shining, you could happily spend hours at the High Line with kids picnicking, playing, checking out art, frolicking about at the fun water feature and generally enjoying all the family activities.

But whatever the weather, don’t miss taking at least a short stroll on this transformed rail route. A century ago, the High Line was a regular elevated railway line that transported meat and goods to the factories.

Eventually, the line was abandoned. However, instead of razing it to the ground, a park was built over it, making it a must-see destination in New York for families. 

Another free activity for kids in New York, there are more limited opening hours during winter, but realistically you wouldn’t want to hang out there when it’s dark anyway, and as it opens at 7am, you’re unlikely to turn up much earlier, even with jetlag!

Download the app to find out more about what there is to see and do along the length of the park, which stretches around 1.45 miles from Gansevoort St to 34th St on Manhattan’s West Side.

Check out more of the local area including Chelsea Market while you’re there – this fun food tour includes a stop at the High Line as well as guided tour of the Chelsea Market

Central Park

Covering 843 acres, it’s almost hard to know where to start when it comes to visiting Central Park with kids – there are 21 playgrounds alone.

The most filmed location in the world, kids are likely to recognise scenes from at least a few movies, and there’s everything from ice skating in winter to boat rides on the lake when the sun shines.

Home to Central Park Zoo (scroll down for more), you’ll find puppet shows at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and open-air performances in summer, or hear stories by the Hans Christian Andersen statue.

Or head to Belvedere Castle , home to the Henry Luce Nature Observatory, with displays including nature photography, as well as bat skeletons and stuffed birds, before fishing in the Harlem Meer. You’re not far from the Museum of the City of New York here too, which has scavenger hunts and activities for kids.

Plus endless places to stroll and ramble, picnic and scamper up and down hills. If you’re worried about getting lost, keep an eye out for the lamp posts – most have numbers on which tell you which direction you’re heading in.

The first two numbers in the series show the street number you’d be on if it continued through the park: if you know New York’s grid system (or have a map), you can keep track of where you area – and it’s a fun activity for kids, even if you’re more likely to be relying on your phone for directions!

Bryant Park

The beautiful French-inspired Bryant Park might not be as big as Central Park but it’s a lovely place to get outdoors in New York with kids if you’re in Midtown.

Just 10 minutes walk from the Empire State building and Rockefeller Center, it’s easy to combine the two, while it’s right next to the New York Public Library (scroll down for more) and only a short walk from Grand Central Station.

Younger kids will love Le Carrousel for a gentle ride that’s perfect for children under six, and as well as family events year-round, the park’s seasonal event, Winter Village, is famous for its huge free skating rink (though you have to pay to hire skates).

With festive shops to explore, designed to transport you back to a European Christmas market, and some great hot chocolate, it’s unmissable if you’re in New York in November or December.

If you’re exploring Chelsea, the Hudson River Park by Pier 63 is a great spot for kids to run off some energy, with play areas and a sandy beach to discover as well

New York Botanical Garden

Founded in 1891, the historic New York Botanical Garden is home to 50 separate gardens, and you definitely don’t need to be a botanist to have a great day out here.

Sprawled across nearly 250 acres, kids will love the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden most of all, with boulders to climb, a maze to explore and even the chance to invent your own plant.

But don’t miss the native plant garden and Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden, as well as the seasonal walk, which has something new to discover every month from April to November.

There are usually extra exhibitions to see as well as some gorgeous shady spots to escape the heat of New York in summer.

Book your tickets here! or you can also get joint tickets to the New York Botanical Garden and Bronx Zoo – you can get the subway to the gardens but it’s a way from Manhattan, so it’s best to set aside a full day.

Entry is included in the New York pass

Brooklyn Botanic garden

For another lovely botanical garden, the 52 acres of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden are a great option, especially if you’re already heading across the Brooklyn Bridge to explore.

The Japanese garden is one of the highlights, with a family-friendly cherry blossom festival in spring, but you’ll find a whole string of themed gardens.

There are suggested itineraries for different interests and seasons on the website, including ideas if you’re visiting the Brooklyn Botanic Garden with kids, from the Discovery Garden to places to get hands on, such as the fragrance garden.

Central Park Zoo

One of two zoos to consider if you’re visiting New York with kids, the Central Park Zoo is small but easy to plan into your visit.

Head to the Polar Circle to witness the sea lions and waddling penguins, before visiting the lemurs, dart frogs, snow monkeys, red pandas and tree snakes at the Tropic Zone. 

Younger kids will love spending time at Tisch Children’s Zoo as well, home to sheep, goats, zebu and more, with hands-on exhibits and countless opportunities for kids to run, jump, climb, crawl and pretend to be animals themselves!

The Bronx Zoo

If your child loves animals, the Bronx Zoo sprawls across more than 265 acres with 8,000 animals to spot along the way

There are activities to enjoy, from the carousel to natural play areas, as well as feeding time to watch, but you won’t be short of fantastic beasts to spot as you explore.

Spy lemurs in the Madagascar exhibit, langurs in Jungle World and gorillas in the Congo, as well as lions, bears, snow leopards, tigers and penguins among many others.

Or head to the Children’s Zoo where you can pet the farmyard animals and get up close to a giant anteater, two-toed sloth, and South American squirrel monkeys.

Factor in the journey time from Manhattan though – there are several options of public transport to Bronx Zoo but allow around an hour each way. You can also buy buy tickets in advance.

New York Aquarium

This Coney Island Aquarium is unmissable if your kids are fascinated by the world beneath the waves – there are displays featuring fish galore as well as a chance to see penguins, sea lions, sharks and more.

Glover’s Reef is designed to give visitors a snorkeller’s-eye view, spotting eels and clowfish among other other inhabitants, while the Sea Cliffs takes you past otters, seals and penguins.

Or walk through a life-sized kelp forest, enjoy the 4D experience and watch one of the live shows. Allow around one to two hours to explore the New York Aquarium properly.

If your kids love amusement parks, it’s also just a couple of minutes’ walk to Luna Park – the original Luna Park opened in 1903 as the world’s first amusement park, although the current one opened in 2010 in a slightly different location.

American Museum of Natural History

One of the largest museums in the world, there are a whopping 32 million natural specimens kept at the American Museum of Natural History – you could travel to the seabed, back to the age of the dinosaurs and out to the Milky Way as you explore.

And for kids who love Night at the Museum, it’s unmissable (to be honest, this one is probably unmissable even if you’ve never watched the movie), including a self-guided tour that lets you see some of the real exhibits from the film.

You can also stand under a fibreglass model of a 94 foot blue whale in the natural history museum as well as spying T-Rex among the other dinosaur fossils.

At the other end of the scale, there are exhibits on bacteria, as well as a chance to explore the 13-billion year history of the universe and cosmic evolution.

Allow plenty of time for this one, as well as prebooking tickets as it’s hugely popular. If you’re happy with a flying visit, entry is free (pay what you wish) after 4.30pm.

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Another unmissable museum in New York with kids, the Met – or the Metropolitan Museum of Art to give it its full name – is packed with plenty to entertain kids, even if you might not ordinarily head to an art gallery.

The exhibits at the Arms and Armor section, along with the Ancient Egypt Wing and Costume section are a couple of family favourites, but you’ll also find artwork and objects dating back to ancient Rome and Greece, plus contemporary US artists.

All in all, there are around two million works of art in the museum’s catalogue, plus a kids and families audio guide to help you explore.

Look out for regular family-friendly activities taking place, including some fun options for younger kids like storytime sessions.

Tickets should be prebooked along with a timeslot. They also allow entry (on the same day) to the Met Cloisters as well, in northern Manhattan’s Fort Tryon Park overlooking the Hudson, with its collections of medieval and Byzantine art, including the 15th century Hunt of the Unicorn tapestries.

The non-profit Children’s Museum of Arts in SoHo has now closed

The Museum of Modern Art

A visit to MoMA is perfect if your kid is a budding artist (and which kid isn’t?) with plenty of inspiration from the greats, including Van Gogh, Andy Warhol, and Picasso.

Best of all kids under 16 get free entry to the museum and audio guide, which you can download onto your own device – look out for the kids labels on floors 2, 4 and 5 for a child-friendly approach to engage small visitors.

You can also download a guide with ideas of different activities to try (although pencils only if they’re planning to break out the sketch pad though, no coloured pencils or pens are allowed).

Prebook tickets here to skip the line – children still need a ticket, even though there’s no cost. 

If your kids love modern art, check out the Guggenheim (aka the Solomon R Guggenheim Museum) too – the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed building is eye-catching on its own but you’ll find artists including Cézanne, Picasso, Kandinsky & Monet inside. Book your tickets here. 

Brooklyn Children’s museum

Founded in 1899 as the country’s first museum designed specifically for children, the Brooklyn Children’s Museum has grown to have around 30,000 items in its collection.

World Brooklyn is always a favourite, a miniature city where kids can pretend to be grown-ups in the shops, or for more interactive exhibits, little kids can get hands-on in Totally Tots, a series of nine sensory play areas including water, sand, music, dress up and more.

Add in play areas inspired by nature and it’s a hugely fun one for younger kids in New York, as well as being an easy one to combine with the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens not far away.

New York City Fire Museum

EDIT: CURRENTLY CLOSED – Younger kids (and quite a few big kids) will love the New York City Fire Museum, with its collection of vintage fire engines, housed on the site of an active firehouse from 1904 to 1959.

There are more modern firetrucks to see as well, and some sneaky education disguised as entertainment with the chance to learn about how the fire service has developed over the years – some objects date back to the 17th century.

(It’s worth knowing that if you’re visiting the Rockefeller Center, you can get into a fire truck in the FDNY Fire Zone).

The museum also has a permanent exhibit commemorating the firefighters who lost their lives after the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center.

If you’re visiting New York with teens, do consider whether to visit the moving 9/11 Memorial and Museum. There’s a kids’ audio guide, and the subject matter is tackled sensitively, but it’s inevitably not one for younger children – it’s also not a short visit, so allow at least two hours if you plan to go.

The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum

If your kids love planes and rockets, the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum should definitely be on your list of family attractions in New York.

Housed in an old aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid, you can take a tour on board to discover what it’s like to live on a ship as well as more about its history during the Second World War and the Vietnam War.

But you’ll also find a space shuttle if your kids are fascinated by space exploration, plus a submarine and various aircraft, including a supersonic spy plane, to explore while you visit, not forgetting Concorde and flight simulators.

Set on Pier 86 in Hell’s Kitchen, the museum is not far from the Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises for a cruise along the Hudson River.

New York Hall of Science

This science playground is heaven for kids who love to experiment – focused around STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths), there are 450 interactive displays to play with.

The New York Hall of Science was built for the 1964 World’s Fair but it’s been transformed over the last decade, so you can expect to discover anything from 3D printing to space.

In the Design Lab, kids can try their hand at activities in five themed areas, while what visitors do inspires the digital creations of Connected Worlds.

Plus there’s an opportunity to play in the Science Playground (hanging from a climbing frame totally counts as learning about gravity), as well as mini golf and the inspiring Happiness Habits lab.

Museum of Math

If you had to think of a child’s worst nightmare on holiday, you might assume having to do maths would feature – but you’d be very wrong when it comes to the National Museum of Mathematics (or MoMath to its friends).

A world away from learning your times tables (but still sneakily educational while being fun), you could ride a bike with square wheels and discover why it’s so comfortable to roll over some unusually shaped acorns.

Create patterns, watch the Dynamic Wall turn everything from waves to algorithms into a display, use calculations to sink a basketball, fit shapes together to make some seriously unexpected creations, and discover more about velocity and acceleration without drowning in equations.

For a New York kids’ souvenir with a difference, there are some very fun puzzles to pick up in the shop as well, and it’s a great option for a rainy day in New York.

The New York Public Library

The wonderful Beaux Arts building that houses the main branch of the New York Public Library, just off Bryant Park, is just one reason to visit – look out for the lions at the entrance too.

But there’s more than just another landmark to tick off, with a great Children’s Center which runs fun programmes and is, of course, packed with books.

Free to enter (although you need to register if you want to actually borrow the books), once you’ve marvelled at the huge marble columns and soaked up the sight of the book-lined shelves, head to the ground floor, where you may be able see the original stuffed animals from the 1920s that inspired the Winnie-the-Pooh stories, including the bear himself, Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga and Tigger.

If you’re looking to save money in New York with kids, check out the various city passes to get free entry into attractions, including the New York pass, New York City pass and New York Explorer pass

Museum of Ice Cream

Who said museums aren’t fun? Bang in the middle of NYC is where you’ll find one particular attraction that’s every kids’ dream – a candy and ice-cream-themed interactive museum.

With live installations they can touch and explore, a floating table with some of the sweetest confections they will ever taste, a sprinkle pool, an ice cream subway, and a Willy Wonka-style slide, it may actually be the first time your kids have as much ice cream as they can handle.

Although if, after all the action, your kids still don’t want to leave the Museum of Ice Cream (who can blame them?), there are even sometimes exclusive after-hours experiences running.

Prefer donuts to ice cream? Check out the Underground Donut Tours of New York, including a tour around Times Square , a tour from Chelsea to Greenwich Village, a tour of the East Village and another tour of Brooklyn, Williamsburg & Greenpoint

Madame Tussaud’s New York

From celebrities to superheroes, you can while away hours gazing at the waxworks on display at Madame Tussauds – and pose alongside quite a few.

Take your seat in the Oval Office, join the Ghostbusters, face off with King Kong or join the A-List at the Glow Gala. Fans will love the Marvel Hall of Heroes while older teens can brave the Warner Bros Icons of Horror too

And there are constantly updates and new figures being added: Harry Styles and Daft Punk are just two of the latest additions, plus there’s a 4D movie and 7D experience. There’s a discount if you book book tickets in advance.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Times Square has sadly now closed

New York bus tour

The Big Apple is, well, big. So if you’re hoping to see a lot of the sights without too much effort, check out the different bus tours of New York.

You can try a hop-on hop-off bus tour in an open-top bus, or head out to see the city all lit up on a New York night bus tour.

It’s not only Mahattan that’s on offer, with a Brooklyn, Bronx and Queens sightseeing bus tour as well as themed options – the birthplace of hip hop bus tour is a fun option for teens.

Sadly the Ride, which had comedians providing commentary and floor-to-ceiling glass to sightsee, are no longer running.

Spyscape

If your kids fancy themselves as James Bond (or a rather more real-life secret agent), Spyscape is a fantastic – and seriously unusual – New York family attraction to try.

With seven galleries dedicated to all things espionage, you can find out what sort of spy you are (using a system developed by a former member of the British secret service), stories of spies through the ages to inspire and some interactive experiences to try out your new skills.

That’s everything from computer hacking to daring infiltrations (and maybe the occasional interrogation). Before you book, just bear in mind that by the end, kids might well have developed their own secret codes and have learned how to spot when someone is lying…!

Better for older kids, especially tweens and teens, you can sometimes find discounted tickets too (trenchcoat and dark glasses not essential).

FAO Schwartz

Certain toy shops are synonymous with their city – in London, it’s Hamleys. In New York, it’s FAO Schwarz.

And it doesn’t matter than the 5th Avenue flagship store has closed and that it’s now in the Rockefeller Center, or the fact that you could quite easily buy the toys online these days – this is still kid heaven.

Named for Frederick August Otto Schwarz, who dreamed of one-of-a-kind toys from across the world lining the shelves when he opened his toy store in 1862, you’re unlikely to emerge without buying something… but where better to find a souvenir?

And if your secret reason for visiting is to see the piano made famous by Tom Hanks in Big, it’s now moved back from Macy’s Herald Square to the new FAO Schwartz store, so you needn’t make a separate trip.

The Harry Potter Store

The first official Harry Potter flagship store has opened next to the Flatiron building in New York (at 935 Broadway) and it’s perfect for fans of the wizarding world – this is definitely somewhere to save your pocket money for!

There are more than just souvenirs though, with 15 different themed areas, exclusive products and interactive elements – everything from props from the films, to the chance to try on Hagrid’s boots.

As well as playing virtual reality games and having some butterbeer, there’s also the chance to win a reward – scan a code on various items with the Harry Potter fan club app to get a letter which will help you solve a puzzle, with a prize if you manage it.

If you turn up when it’s busy, there’s even a virtual queuing system to avoid overcrowding – you scan into the line when you arrive, then you can head off and explore until you’re called back. Beats hanging around getting grumpy!

You can also see the fabulous Harry Potter and the Cursed Child play on Broadway during your visit to New York with kids, along with other family friendly Broadway shows. The New Victory Theater has fantastic performances for kids along with productions at a string of other theatres on and off Broadway

Dylan’s Candy Bar

New York is known for its quirky food inventions, for turning cupcakes into aspirational treats… but what can beat the biggest sweetshop in the world?

Dylan’s Candy Bar has over 7,000 different candy confections – the largest collection of candies and candy-related gifts in the world – from a lollipop tree to a pic’n’mix wall, creations inspired by Crayola and Wonder Woman, a chance to print your own gummies and find retro treats from your own childhood.

If that’s not enough, head to the cafe where you can find ice cream and milkshakes to indulge a bit further.

The Third Avenue store has closed, but the outlet at Hudson Yards is still providing sugar highs.

If you’re looking to escape the city for a day, or are planning a road trip from New York with kids, check out my ideas for the best day trips from New York city

*first published 2021, last updated 2026*

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