It's not just the shopping that makes West Nyack's Palisades Center a destination spot for families (though, seriously, who can resist four full floors of restaurants and shops?). Palisades Center is also an entertainment complex that lures patrons of all ages. From indoor play spaces larger than many elementary schools to carnival rides and extreme ropes courses, this gigantic mall has something for kids with every interest—with plenty to entertain parents, as well.

In addition to tons of family-friendly entertainment, the center hosts an annual outdoor carnival and a variety of free community events, including free activities for kids throughout the summer and on holidays. Read on for our rundown of the best kid-friendly attractions at the mall. 

For more fun local escapes, check out our Guide to Day Trips and Weekend Getaways in Westchester and the Hudson Valley, and find more great indoor venues in the region in our Guide to Indoor Fun for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids. 

You don't have to visit a mega-metropolis to enjoy an enriching, family-friendly museum visit. In fact, Central and Southern New Jersey have a collection of cool museums for kids where you can explore a battleship, ride a vintage train, gaze at the stars, and even dig for dinosaur fossils. 

From the Wildwood Aviation Museum in South Jersey up to the Princeton University Arts Museum in North Jersey, we've found 15 institutions where you and your kids can get a culture fix. Some of these institutions are free or offer discounts you can take advantage of; check websites for admission info and hours before heading out. 

Find more family-friendly museums in our Guide to Museums and Art for New Jersey Kids, our Guide for Finding Things to Do in NJ and check out our Guide to Free Fun Things To Do with NJ Kids for no-cost activities throughout the state. 

Indoor birthday party places in NYC are lifesavers when small living spaces and seasonal weather aren't always conducive to hosting a big group of kids. Luckily, there's a wide selection of kids' birthday party places in NYC, offering parties for pretty much any indoor pursuit, including trampoline bouncing, rock climbing, cooking, and more.

To aid your planning, we’ve put together a list of NYC's best indoor birthday party places covering a range of interests and ages. Looking for even more options? Check out our full Party Planning Guide for NYC Families.

Explore our picks for the very best family activities in Connecticut.

Founded in 1691, Yorktown, Virginia is a quaint, gorgeous city steeped in history. Best known as the location of the last major Revolutionary War battle, it is home to Yorktown Battlefield and the American Revolution Museum, which my family of history buffs really enjoyed during our recent trip to Yorktown. But we were pleasantly surprised to find that Yorktown also has a beachy feel, with a two-acre public beach on the York River, riverside shops and restaurants, and an awesome walking and biking path along the water.

My husband, teen sons, tween daughter, and I visited Yorktown as part of a trip that included nearby Williamsburg and Jamestown. We started out thinking the other two cities would be the main attractions, but ended up loving Yorktown, its history, and its small-town feel just as much.

Here are 17 great things to do in Yorktown, VA with kids. A few of these activities are available only in summer, but we visited in October and still got to do quite a bit—and the weather was perfect! Check out our list of things to do in Williamsburg, VA and our guide to visiting Busch Gardens to round out your visit to Virginia's Historic Triangle. 

Many people associate Duluth, GA with the Gas South District, which includes a convention center, arena, and theater near I-85. However, Duluth is so much more! Located 25 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, Duluth, exudes a small-town vibe with local businesses and shops and a walkable downtown centered on Duluth Town Green.

Duluth hosts awesome, annual events, such as Atlanta Brick Con, Howl on the Green, and Deck the Hall. Read on for the best hotels in Duluth, GA as well as awesome places to play, shop, and eat! Duluth is a great place for activities to satisfy every member of your family. Read on to learn more about the fun happening in Duluth, GA!

Save money and sanity while planning your next Walt Disney World vacation with clever tips and tricks. We sat down with Melissa Mullett, director of operations at David's Vacation Club Rentals (DVCR), to get the inside scoop about the best ways to plan a trip to Disney World -- thinking smarter and more economical. Learn how to make the most out of a Disney trip by following our great advice below!

Skiing and snowboarding in Chicago can be a challenge because, well, the terrain in the Chicago area is mostly flat. But that doesn’t mean local kids are destined to grow up not knowing how to ski or shred. There are several slopes, hills, and even mountains within a two hour drive, where families can spend the day skiing or snowboarding together. All of them have a family-friendly atmosphere and ski (and snowboard) lessons for kids of all ages.

If you’re dying to get out of the house this winter and the kids are ready for a winter sport beyond ice skating in the city, check out this list of slopes within an easy drive from Chicago. Most of these winter sports havens make their own snow, so Chicagoans don’t have to wait for Mother Nature to cooperate to hit the slopes.