Best Attractions and Things To Do near NYC that are Kid-Friendly

For an only-in-NYC experience, head to the Top of the Rock to enjoy the view. Photo by Jody Mercier

Visitors to the New York City metro area have no shortage of family-friendly attractions to visit. From NYC's iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty to the sprawling Legoland New York in the Hudson Valley and Long Island's wet-and-wild Splish Splash, there are tons of can't-miss attractions near New York City for families.

Take advantage of everything the city and its suburbs offer with these unique, family-friendly experiences. Find more family must-do's in our local Visitors Guides for Families

Detroit with Kids: 22 Best Things To Do in Detroit, Michigan

Step back in time at Detroit's Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.

Detroit, Michigan is home to world-class museums, quirky art and attractions, a free aquarium, and a fun professional sports scene. We were surprised to find out just how much Detroit has to offer for families traveling in the Midwest. The Motor City took a hard hit during the recession, but it is full of enduring history, and many of its attractions have been renovated and restored to their original 1920s glory.

My family visited Detroit as a stopover between Chicago and Toronto, but there's easily enough to do there to fill a four-day trip. Here are our 22 favorite things to do in Detroit, Michigan with kids, from where to find the best Detroit style pizza to kid-friendly Detroit hotels.

See our Midwest Family Vacation Guide for more fun midwestern cities to visit with kids, like Columbus, Ohio and Minneapolis, Minnesota.

18 Cool Ways to Tour Orlando with Kids

Tour the Florida Everglades aboard the coolest mode of transportation--airboat! Kids will LOVE getting close to nature on a Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures tour. Photo courtesy Visit Orlando

Orlando tours offer an exciting and educational way to discover more about the city and the Sunshine State —whether you're an Orlando native, long-time resident, or a first-time visitor. From exciting airboat and helicopter rides to tasty foodie tours and spooky ghost tours, there's something for everyone, especially families with kids. We've put together a list of the coolest kid-friendly ways to tour Orlando Central Florida, offering unique experiences that will create lasting memories.

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