Things to Do in New York
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Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular
New York City, New York
It's been a sell-out hit for more than 75 years, and there's a reason -- seeing the Radio City Christmas Spectacular is truly awe-inspiring from the moment...
Holiday Attraction
Live Music Venue
Stage
Theater
Lighting of the World's Largest Menorah
New York City, New York
The miracle of Hanukkah takes on even greater significance for kids as they look upon the 32-foot, 4,000-pound, golden candelabra that grandly...
Holiday Attraction
Roadside Landmark
New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show
New York City, New York
Leave the holiday hustle and bustle of Manhattan behind and head to the Bronx for this beloved family event. Now in its seventeenth year...
Holiday Attraction
Park
Garden
Central Park Zoo
New York City, New York
There are over 130 different species of animals in the Central Park Zoo, from the Antarctic Penguins...
Zoo
Diana Ross Playground
New York City, New York
Named after its benefactor and neighbor, the Diana Ross Playground in New York City's Central Park is a fun place for kids to run, jump, slide and swing....
Park
Playground
Strong National Museum of Play
Upstate New York
Just try to get the kids to leave here once they've set foot inside. From Sesame Street (where you can sit on the stoop or in Big Bird's nest) to...
Special Collection
History Museum
Tanglewood Nature Center
Upstate New York
Animal lovers (and curious kids) will enjoy observing the 43 types of live animals on display at the Tanglewood Nature Center. Anyone who likes to be close to nature will...
Science & Nature Museum
Park
Skiing
Hiking
Snowshoeing
Adirondack Scenic Railroad
Adirondack Mountains, New York
To some folks, you haven't really done the Adirondacks 'til you've done 'em by train. Even without the steam engine (the ones on the Scenic Railway are diesel), it's a little bit of old-time magic. ...
Train
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
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
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Stretch Legs and Minds Upstate
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Kids Love Soft Sand and Waffle Cones
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