Things to Do in New York
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Belvedere Castle
New York City, New York
Perched high above Central Park on Vista Rock's craggy outcropping is the fantastical Belvedere Castle, holding its own among the high rises and skyscrapers of Manhattan....
Park
Historical Landmark
Science & Nature Museum
Cave of the Winds
Niagara Falls, New York
Younger kids start getting giddy in the 17-story elevator ride down to the bottom of the Bridal Veil Falls....
Historical Landmark
Park
Waterfall
Corning Museum of Glass
Upstate New York
Children visiting a glass museum may sound a bit like "bulls in a china shop," but the Corning Museum of Glass is a very kid-friendly place. It encourages kids...
Art Museum
History Museum
Science & Nature Museum
Special Collection
East Hampton Marine Museum
Long Island, New York
Nature buffs and kids who watch "Deadliest Catch" will love this three-floor homage to rugged sea captains and the waters they travel. More science fair than velvet-roped exhibits...
Science & Nature Museum
History Museum
Six Flags Great Escape
Adirondack Mountains, New York
If names like Canyon Blaster and Mega Wedgie are your speed, Six Flags has got your number....
Theme Park
Water Park
Amusement Park
Mount Jo
Adirondack Mountains, New York
Mention Mount Jo to a local and they'll likely smile with recognition. Thanks to its modest size, the two-mile loop trail is often the first Adirondack peak a kid climbs....
Hiking
Historical Landmark
Fort Ticonderoga
Adirondack Mountains, New York
It's not hard to imagine troops encamped at this 18th century stronghold. True, it's largely rebuilt since its inception as the French Fort Carillon in 1755. But there are cannons, barracks and artilery to explore....
History Museum
Historical Landmark
High Falls Gorge
Adirondack Mountains, New York
Serene scenerey along the Ausable River makes the drive to the High Falls Gorge alone worth the visit. Once inside, the river gets a whole new look, with a maze of high, wooden catwalks that lead you to cascading waterfalls....
Hiking
Waterfall
LongHouse Reserve
Long Island, New York
You'll hear many variations of "Mom! Look at this!" when you visit LongHouse, a 16-acre sculpture garden. Kids will race right into the Fly's Eye Dome, which looks like...
Art Museum
Park
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
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