Sometimes, even the most dedicated parents need a break. Craft beer has become increasingly popular in the past decade, prompting a surge in the opening of local breweries, gastropubs and restaurants. These family-friendly breweries and restaurants are a great compromise. Parents can wind down without having to find a babysitter, and kids can have fun in an exciting, new atmosphere. 

At these charming establishments, parents can enjoy a regular beer offering or a seasonal specialty. If wine is your drink of choice, however, don't miss our guide to kid-friendly wineries on the East End.

Hailed as one of the wonders of the world, Niagara Falls is a must-see destination for families. Its breathtaking beauty and wonder can't be overstated...and yeah, the pictures never do it justice. But planning a family vacation to Niagara Falls can be a little overwhelming, including trying to decide where to stay, which sights to see, what to do, and how to avoid the crowds. My family and I recently visited the falls, and we've got all the information you'll need to plan a successful trip with the kids. 

Find more family travel ideas with our upstate New York travel guide or our National Parks Travel Guide.

The Nutmeg State is home to 110 state parks, which means there's a lot of outdoor adventure to be had from swimming to hiking and camping. We've compiled a list of favorite state parks to visit with children, taking into consideration terrain, views, access to restrooms, and other amenities or attractions associated with each destination. For wee ones, consider our suggestions for 1-mile hikes and fantastic stroller hikes. To challenge older children, plan a trek up a mountain. Grab your hiking shoes, pack snacks, and enjoy the park views and fresh air. 

Crisp air and crunchy leaves signal the arrival of fall in Philadelphia, and a family hiking trip is one great way to get a load of both. Philly's vibrant, bustling city life is surrounded by serene parks, trails and nature preserves that make the perfect destinations for a kid-friendly fall hike.

There are plenty of hiking trails near Philly to accommodate family members of all ages. Babies can take in the sights from a stroller or strapped to your body, while you encourage little walkers to play fall leaf bingo as they trot along. Some of the more challenging hiking trails are great fits for tweens and teens. 

So read on for some of the best fall hikes for families in Philly and the suburbs. For more great treks across the state, check out our roundup of the best Pennsylvania state parks. And to really make the most of autumn, don't miss 50 Fun Fall Activities to Do with Kids, loaded with festivals, corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and more.

Ahoy there, mateys! Legoland Florida’s newest fully immersive hotel–Pirate Island Hotel–opened to the public just last year. My family recently got a chance to visit for my son’s birthday, and we had a blast. It is a great addition to the other two onsite hotels: the attached Legoland Hotel and the nearby Legoland Beach Retreat. Read on to discover all the cool details about Legoland Pirate Island Hotel, and how to squeeze as much fun in your hotel stay, brick by brick (get it)!

By now you've probably heard that Broadway is back! But what about theater for young audiences? Because children under age 12 are not yet eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19, many beloved theater series for families, including BAMkids, Just Kidding at Symphony Space, La MaMa Kids, Central Park's Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, and Lincoln Center Kids, are still on pause. Even the New Victory Theater is reopening with a show for high schoolers. However, if your family is craving the communal magic of in-person theater, there are some fabulous fall theater shows aimed at tweens and teens, plus an eye-popping Winnie the Pooh puppet show for the sippy-cup set.

State Theatre New Jersey is back and better than ever. After a pandemic-enforced closure, the theater reopens Wednesday, October 6, following a year-long, $12 million renovation, and we got a sneak preview of the improvements and what's in store at the venue, which has withstood the test of time and is poised to celebrate its centennial anniversary in December. State Theater New Jersey is so iconic, we've included it on our list of 100 things to do with New Jersey kids before they grow up.

Move over Pinterest, hello TikTok. If you feel like you’ve browsed every recipe that Pinterest has to offer and you’re still looking for new ideas of things that your kids will eat, consider TikTok recipes.

The TikTok recipes that go viral like the famed TikTok feta pasta recipe or TikTok mac and cheese recipes are actually often amazing time savers for busy families in need of a dinnertime (or snacktime) cooking hack. These recipes make use of the microwave a lot, as well as handy tools like the popular Instant Pot and air fryer. We also love that these TikTok recipes are a complete celebration of food and introduce kids to new flavors that might just expand those picky palates. Bonus: Most of the 20-plus recipes we've selected to highlight below require few ingredients and little cleanup. Find more treats and cooking ideas in our Easy Recipes Guide for families.