The best family-friendly activities in New York City for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Discover Brooklyn through its food. This guided neighborhood tour celebrates family-run shops, iconic bites, and the local stories behind them—showing how tight‑knit communities, generations of...
$56

Discover your hidden potential at SPYSCAPE in the heart of New York City. This immersive, spy-built experience blends interactive challenges with real-world espionage stories to...
$39

City Cruises New York: Signature Dinner Cruise
Our New York City Signature Dinner Cruise is an unforgettable experience. Dine and dance on the Hudson and East Rivers with views of the city’s...
$119

Private Central Park Pedicab Tour
Treat yourself to a tour of New York City's Central Park on a pedicab guided tour. Sit back and relax as you ride along the...
$38

Don't just see the landmarks; understand the legacy. This all-encompassing experience provides a chronological journey through one of history’s most significant days and the resilience...
$109

Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises is the original, iconic, and #1 choice for sightseeing in New York City, with over 80 million passengers and counting. Offering...
$29

See many major New York sights on a 90-minute boat cruise on a 1920s-style yacht! Enjoy views from the open bow, or relax in the...
$79

Uncover the chilling side of New York City on this 2-hour ghost tour through Greenwich Village, one of Manhattan’s most haunted neighborhoods. Beneath the charming...
$39

Embark on a culinary journey through New York City's Chelsea Market and beyond. This expertly guided tour blends mouth-watering flavors with a commitment to supporting...
$94

New York Aquarium Admission
Discover the sea that never sleeps in the waters right across the boardwalk. Or take in one of Coney Island’s best shows at the Aquatheater....
$30

Experience Manhattan from a breathtaking new perspective on a 17-20 minute NYC helicopter tour with HeliNY! Your helicopter ride will lift off from downtown Manhattan...
$309

Radio City Music Hall Tour Experience
A 60-minute guided tour led by expert guides who bring the history of Radio City Music Hall to life. Access to iconic spaces such as the...
$48

Experience the ultimate autumn getaway on the water with a scenic 50 mile voyage through the Hudson River Valley straight to Bear Mountain State Park....
$89

New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries, such as the Louvre or the British Museum. Spend roughly...
$108

Deluxe Manhattan Helicopter Tour
An exciting and comprehensive helicopter tour of New York City with breathtaking views and excellent photo opportunities! This extended version of the Classic Tour will...
$303

Edge NYC is an immersive journey into the sky. Your visit begins on Level 4 of Hudson Yards, where interactive indoor installations introduce you to...
$43

Bronx Zoo Admission Ticket
Throughout our history, the Bronx Zoo has been an urban oasis, a place for New Yorkers and visitors from around the globe to escape the...
$44

- See the footprint of the largest single residence ever built in Manhattan - Take in outrageous stories of Gilded Age wealth, architecture, and art...
$39

The Statue of Liberty is a verifiable American icon and a must-do on anyone's New York bucket list. This flexible tour offers two convenient options...
$59

Embark on a walking tour with ExperienceFirst and delve into the most captivating neighborhoods of New York City in one day. Explore the Cast Iron...
$25

