Things to Do in New York
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Harris Hill Amusement Park
Upstate New York
Little kids don't have to stand by and watch as their older siblings have all the fun at this amusement park -- bumper cars, a carousel, and mini-putt all come...
Amusement Park
Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort
Upstate New York
When this camp resort is in full swing (from May to September) it's a town in itself, complete with on-site spa and wellness center. Kids, many of whom are...
Campground
Park
Hiking
Swimming
Bicycling
Main Beach Surf & Sport
Long Island, New York
The water may be chilly, but surf culture is alive and well on the East End. Kids as young as 7 are old enough to practice basic surf techniques (such...
Surfing
Kayaking
Sightseeing Tour
Metropolitan Museum of Art
New York City, New York
Children may not have a sophisticated understanding of art, but they do love mummies, which you can see when you take your kids straight to the Temple of Dendur upon...
Art Museum
History Museum
Special Collection
Museum of the Moving Image
New York City, New York
Overheard at this museum devoted to the art, science, and history of film: "I didn't know movies didn't always have sound!" It's worth the subway hop to Queens to explore...
Special Collection
Pollack-Krasner House
Long Island, New York
Tap your creative side -- and hone your baby's inner art critic -- at the Pollock-Krasner House & Study Center. Adults and teens interested in abstract expressionism will enjoy touring the house...
Art Museum
History Museum
Puff 'n' Putt
Long Island, New York
After a large pepperoni pie at Pizza Village, head over to the 18-hole miniature golf course at nearby Puff 'n' Putt Family Fun Center in Montauk Village. There are...
Miniature Golf
Arcade / Game Room
Sailing
Kayaking
Canoeing
Queens County Farm
New York City, New York
The typical child's reaction to a goat nibbling feed out of his hands -- that combination of "ew!" and "cool!" -- is an experience in itself. At the 47-acre Queens County...
Petting Zoo
Rockwell Museum of Western Art
Upstate New York
Before your teen starts to roll his or her eyes, offer them some comfort: The Rockwell Museum has nothing to do with Norman Rockwell (although one of his prints is...
Art Museum
Special Collection
History Museum
Skyland Farm & Café
Upstate New York
Interesting artwork, local products, and amazing views make it a good stop with baby in a frontpack carrier; farm animals will amuse toddlers (as will the sandbox, standing tractor, and...
Specialty Food Store
Boutique
Petting Zoo
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