Looking for an indoor play space that makes your jaw drop and your kids jump for joy? We've rounded up a dozen of the biggest and best spots for playing, jumping, bouncing, climbing, and thrill-seeking throughout New Jersey. The Garden State is home to tons of awesome play spaces, and it was tough choosing just 12. We limited our list to those with major wow factor—places where you can tackle a ninja warrior-style obstacle course, play laser tag, climb on—and through—play mazes, bounce on inflatables and trampolines, play arcade games, scale rock walls, and even go roller skating or bowling. While most of these spots aren't specifically geared toward the smaller set, all have areas or times set aside just for them.

Read on to find out which fun zones made the cut, and for even more options, check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces.

San Diego is a gorgeous place full of unique and interesting things to do with the family— and the San Diego Zoo is at the very top of the list. The grounds are beautiful and the animal exhibits are well-tended. You'll always learn something new, or see an exotic animal you've never seen before. It's no wonder that the San Diego Zoo is widely considered one of the best zoos in the US. That said, the zoo is huge. And kids get tired. So when you are planning a visit, you need a game plan. Luckily, we have one!

If you're planning a visit to San Diego, you won't want to miss our tips for a great visit to the San Diego Zoo with kids. And if you're looking for some recommendations for where to stay in San Diego, take a look at the Best Kid-friendly Hotels for a San Diego Family Vacation, plus the 50 Best Things To Do in San Diego (Besides the San Diego Zoo).

A cup of molten chocolaty goodness is one of the best ways to thaw out and warm up—in fact, it's one of the best things about winter in NYC. We took on the heinous job of running around Manhattan taste-testing hot chocolate (don't say we've never done anything for you) and narrowed it down to 14 of our favorites. These spots are definitely worth the brief trip out into the cold, so read on for our recommendations for cafes and restaurants that have turned hot cocoa sipping into a not-to-be-missed experience.

Find more great eats and sweets in our NYC Restaurant Guide for Families. If you'd rather stay in, we've got another treat: Follow this recipe for how to make hot chocolate bombs in five easy steps.

When parents need a night out but don't want to book a babysitter, we've got just the solution—bring the kids along! These 10 restaurants near Washington, DC where kids can play are the answer for a fun-filled afternoon or evening for the entire family. We have also included a few places that offer brunch, to start weekend days off right.

Whether your family is into board games, arcade games, bowling, ping pong, or bumper pool, these restaurants where kids can play make the outing fun for everyone, giving kids a way to get the wiggles out while parents sit, relax, and eat actually great food.

Check out our Kid-Friendly DC Restaurant Guide for more great restaurants for kids, from Family-Friendly Beer Gardens and Breweries to Restaurants for the Whole Family Near the National Mall and Capitol Hill.

ICON Park is an entertainment destination in Orlando featuring 40+ rides, attractions, shops, and restaurants. This 20-acre, open-air complex is conveniently located on International Drive, just a hop, skip, and jump from the theme parks. In fact, USA Today named it the #1 Attraction in Orlando For Tots, Teens & In-Betweens!

Get up close to more than 5,000 sea animals at Sea Life Orlando Aquarium; strut alongside the stars at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum; and of course, ride The Wheel at ICON Park! With several more fun attractions, it's easy to spend a full day exploring this family fun spot.

Founded in 1868, Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago is one of the oldest zoos in the country, and one of the last zoos that offers free entry. The zoo's combination of outdoor and indoor exhibits, along with its location near lots of other things to do in Lincoln Park not far from the beach, make it a great destination for families looking for some easy entertainment.

Lincoln Park Zoo has recently received an exciting update: The zoo's original Lion House was opened in 1912, housing big cats in a beautifully designed and built building—one that became dated and less animal friendly over time. In December 2019, the zoo, with the help of donations from the Pepper Family, started construction on a new habitat for it cats—the Pepper Family Wildlife Center.

Read on for an introduction to the new Center, plus lots of other tips for visiting Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo with kids. And for more animal adventures, check out our Best Zoos and Aquariums in Chicago.

Despite nearly two years of pandemic parenting, I'm still a "glass-half-full" kind of gal. With that in mind, I went on the hunt for hope on the horizon, compiling this list of 14 family-friendly openings in NYC we can't wait for in 2022. Our list of new fun for New Yorkers includes everything from new parks and playgrounds to immersive experiences, museums, and more. Read on for our list and bookmark our Guide to News and Openings to keep track of all the fun things to do all year long.

If you’ve played every Kidz Bop album under the sun, or sometimes find yourself singing Baby Shark alone in the shower, it’s time for some new kids' music. Here's a list of the best playlists of kids' music, with hits from every genre to fit every activity and mood—whether you’re looking for relaxing music for kids that leads to sleep music for kids or fun music for kids that will get a family dance party started. Read on to discover kids' music that will encourage children to be themselves, calm themselves, even learn the state capitals.

For more family-friendly audio entertainment, check out our list of the best kid-friendly podcasts; for more ways to get a family dance party started, don't miss our picks of the best easy TikTok dances for kids.