Fun Things to Do with Kids in New York
Looking for things to do in New York with kids? We have mapped 56 family-friendly places across the area, from museums & educational attractions (21), children's museums (9) and bounce & plays (5).
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.
Indoor activities for kids in New York
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 37 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. 10 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.
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Popular places in New York
Altitude Trampoline Park New York is an indoor trampoline park serving families in New York, New York, with activities aimed at ages 3 and up. The site offers open…
Altitude Trampoline Park New York is an indoor trampoline park in New York, New York, for children aged 3 and up. The site offers open jump trampolines, foam pits…
The 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…
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Sloomoo Institute is an interactive slime experience museum located at 475 Broadway in SoHo, New York. Visitors can explore 13+ hands-on slime rooms, create custom…
Jackie Robinson Museum in New York City explores the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson through artifacts, exhibitions, and storytelling. Families can visit the…
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The New York Transit Museum is located in Brooklyn, New York, and is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the city's mass transportation, founded in…
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Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in New York?
We list 56 kid-friendly places in New York, led by museums & educational attractions (21) and children's museums (9). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in New York for free?
10 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 37 indoor places in New York, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.