5 ideas for families with kids in New York

Central Park
Central Park

Park, For kids

The world’s most famous city park is situated in the upper half of Manhattan, stretching from 59th to 110th Street, and is a green oasis amidst the skyscrapers; it has been a National Historic Landmark since 1963. [btn "The 10 best hotels in New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-nyc-central-park] Although it ranks only fifth in terms of size among New York’s parks, Central Park is by far the most…

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American Museum
American Museum of Natural History

Museum, For kids

The sprawling grounds of the American Museum of Natural History, located off the east side of Central Park, is definitely one of the must-see attractions in New York City. The 25-building complex houses gems such as complete mammoth and Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons, a life-size model of a whale, a 31-ton meteorite and projections of American nature. [btn "The 10 best hotels in New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.cs.html?aid…

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Coney Island
Coney Island

Sandy beach, Amusement park, Aquarium, For kids

Coney Island is one of the most popular places to spend your free time, not only amongst tourists but especially amongst New Yorkers. Although this area is located well outside the city centre, in the southern part of Brooklyn, it is very easily accessible via several underground lines. [btn "View family-friendly hotels in New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-new-york-coney] Head to Coney Island for a…

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Summit One Vanderbilt, the Mirror Hall
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

Lookout, For kids

The One Vanderbilt skyscraper is the fourth-tallest building in New York. Its total height, including the antenna, is 427 metres, whilst the roof of the top 73rd floor is 397 metres above ground level. This skyscraper is exceptionally popular with tourists thanks to the highly original multi-storey observation deck, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. Here, you’ll experience a unique environment full of mirrors and be transported back to your childhood in a…

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Sea Carousel
SeaGlass Carousel

Amusement park, For kids

The SeaGlass carousel is situated in Battery Park in southern Manhattan, near the ferry terminal for the Statue of Liberty. It opened to the public in 2015 and quickly became an extremely popular attraction – and not just for children! Don’t worry about looking out of place here as an adult. The SeaGlass Carousel is visited by tourists of absolutely all ages. [btn "Top 10 hotels in New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.en-gb.html…

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