New York, NY
Fun Things to Do with Kids in New York
Looking for things to do in New York with kids? We have mapped 162 family-friendly places across the area, from family entertainment centers (26), museums and educational attractions (20) and amusement parks (19).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around New York. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Last updated 23 September 2026. Hours and prices come from each business.
Indoor activities for kids in New York
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 72 indoor places to choose from. Museums and indoor playgrounds are the usual answer, and both work at short notice.
Free things to do with kids in New York
A good share of what is on this page costs nothing. 11 of the places we list are free to visit, which makes a short trip perfectly reasonable when attention spans are short.
Best places by age in New York
Splash pads, wading pools and indoor play areas suit toddlers, because they are shallow, close by and easy to leave early. Older children get more out of the hands-on museums and the bigger play structures.
Browse by category in New York
13 categories, 162 places. Counts change as businesses add listings.
Popular places in New York
8 of 162, ordered by distance from New York.
Ghost Hunts USA
Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center
Legend park
Stanley’s Claw Machines
Complete Playground & Summer Camp
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Limewire
The Rink at Brookfield Place
This outdoor rink sits on the Brookfield Place plaza in downtown Manhattan, right along the Hudson River with views of One World Trade Center, and runs seasonally…
Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art
Accepts NARMThe Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art provides a platform for artistic exploration through multi-faceted queer perspectives. We embrace the power of the arts to inspire…
Nearby cities
The closest other places we cover.
Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in New York?
We list 162 kid-friendly places in New York, led by family entertainment centers (26) and museums and educational attractions (20). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in New York for free?
11 of the places we list in New York are free to visit, including playgrounds, splash pads and several outdoor spaces.
Where can you take kids in New York when it is raining?
There are 72 indoor places in New York, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.