When it comes to kid-friendly amenities, Little Italy, New York, can get a bad rap. Frequented by tourists, locals might be inclined to avoid this Manhattan micro-neighborhood, but it's a beloved go-to for my family, and whether you're here on vacation or a local looking for a daycation destination, I invite you to read on to find out why Little Italy is worth a visit.

Whether we're making our annual trek for the over-the-top Feast of San Gennaro, enjoying a casual dinner on the charming Mulberry Street, or grabbing a slice of Little Italy pizza at the famous Lombardi's, plus visiting its playgrounds, mom-and-pop shops, and enjoying plenty of sweets and treats, here are our favorite things to do in Little Italy with kids.

Find more fun things to do nearby in our NYC Kids Guide to Soho, Hudson Square, and Little Italy, where we've outlined our top picks for family-friendly Little Italy restaurants.

This year Easter and Spring Break are hitting a little late, so April is packed with spring fun. Throw in a few April Fools' Day pranks to kick it off, and then even Peeps Day, Passover, and National Unicorn Day — this is a month where you’ll never be searching for activities, things to do, and fun things to celebrate with kids!

Check this list, and you’ll find the perfect thing to do with your kids each and every day. For making fun family plans for Spring Break, either in your local Spring Break guide, in our roundup of expensive Spring Break trips, or at a fabulous, family-friendly all-inclusive resort, you need look no further than our incredible Family Travel Guide!

It's time to get a hop on Easter Bunny pictures in NYC. After all, with Easter just weeks away, the Easter Bunny is getting ready to make appearances all over New York City this spring, including on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025—so, you'll have plenty of opportunities to pose for Easter Bunny pictures in Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Staten Island.

Our picks for the best places to take Easter Bunny pictures in NYC include everything from professional shots to DIY Easter Bunny pictures at local egg hunts. But, beware: Many of these Easter Bunny pictures require reservations, so book now. You're likely to find the Easter Bunny at local Easter brunches or Easter egg hunts in NYC, too!

Get ready to make a splash! Splish Splash Water Park, New York's largest water park, is opening on Saturday, May 24, 2025, and bringing with it a brand-new attraction: a water playground named Stingray Bay! This isn't just any water playground; it's a splash-tastic zone designed with kids in mind.

There are more than 15 ways to stay cool, including three pint-sized water slides, interactive sprays, and a giant dumping bucket. Little ones will be hooked on the silly, soaking fun, which is great, because there’s a FREE pass for the preschool crowd. 

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The best part of playing April Fools' Day pranks on your kids is that satisfying feeling of pulling a fast one on your own flesh and blood! But elaborate prep work really saps the fun out of any good April Fools' joke. We've found that the very best pranks are also the simplest. Here, we run down easy ways to show kids that we still have the upper hand—at least when it comes to April Fools' Day!

For more fun April Fools' Day pranks with food, we've got funny ideas from peachy eggs to hot dog fingers, and for more April Fools' Day laughs, we've got the funniest April Fools' Day memes. Work more giggles into family life every day with our favorite kid-friendly jokes, which will keep spirits up during dinner, car rides, and more, all year long.

Brand new playgrounds open in Spring and Tomball.