These family-friendly hotels in New York State are a perfect solution for a quick vacation if this isn't the year for traveling to a far-flung destination. With these local hotels, you don't have to forego an escape or hard-earned rest and relaxation just because you don't want to get on a plane. New Yorkers are fortunate to have a variety of family-friendly hotels right at their fingertips.

Whether you want to stay at a family-friendly hotel in New York City and masquerade as a tourist, drive a few hours to enjoy an authentic farm stay, find a place to truly recharge, or seek action and adventure, we've rounded up the 13 family-friendly New York hotels for a staycation.

To find more local destinations to explore, bookmark our Day Trips and Getaway Guide.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a memorable experience, afternoon tea—sometimes called high tea in New York City—can be a fun outing with kids. It's an especially great winter outing and particularly fitting during the holidays.

Several places serve afternoon tea in New York City, with varying degrees of appropriateness for children. From the fancy Eloise Tea at The Plaza Hotel to the less frilly Russian Tea Room, there are teas—and goodies—for children of all ages and parents of all budgets. Here's our take on the best spots to enjoy high tea in NYC with kids. Bookmark our Guide to Kid-Friendly Restaurants for more family-friendly options for your next meal out.

Now open for the winter season, Roebling Rink at Brooklyn Bridge Park in Dumbo welcomes ice skaters of all ages to take a spin under one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks.

It would be tough to find a more breathtaking backdrop for a family ice skating outing than the waterfront city views at Roebling Rink at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Nestled right below the Brooklyn Bridge itself, the seasonal pop-up destination welcomes skaters for one hour ice sessions from Monday to Sunday now through February 2nd.

Of course, I couldn’t pass up an invitation to take my daughters and husband for a spin at what I can now only imagine is Brooklyn’s most picturesque rink. So, we bundled up tight and laced up our skates, and I’m here to share the ins and outs of rentals, admission, and more at DUMBO’s must-visit Roebling Rink.

The beauty of Pixar movies is that kids love them and parents love them! But do parents and kids love the same movies? Disney Pixar’s films are known for making kids giggle and parents cry. Is there a perfect Pixar movie to watch that everyone will love?

Spoiler alert: Yes! We asked parents and kids to rank their favorite movies, and then had our Philadelphia social media manager compile the results and ask her Pixar-loving daughter for her take on why kids loved the ones they picked. Read on to discover the one Pixar movie everyone can agree on...

Whether it's a holiday gathering, a sick day at home, or family movie night, it's great to have more movies the whole family will love ready to watch. We compiled the 75 Top Family Movie Night Ideas, 100 Best Kids' TV Shows of All Time, and more in our Guide To the Best Movies and TV Shows for Kids and the Whole Family.

New Year's Day in Los Angeles is all about celebrating with iconic and exciting activities. Begin the day by experiencing the world-famous Rose Parade in Pasadena, where stunning floral floats, marching bands, and equestrian units captivate visitors of all ages. After the parade, dive into hands-on fun at the Sloomoo Institute, or celebrate in a wild way at the LA Zoo. From theme parks to sunshine-fueled adventures, New Year's Day in Los Angeles can be thrilling. 

Start the year by checking off the ultimate LA rite of passage by playing in the snow near LA and going to one of the many beautiful Los Angeles beaches on the same day. Plus, there's always this bucket list of 100 things to do in Los Angeles with kids before they grow up to help you plan out your year ahead. 

From the NYBG Holiday Train Show to a date with the Radio City Rockettes, New York City serves up so many holiday activities, there's no way one family can see and do it all in a single holiday season.

There are a few holiday activities that are extra special, extra big, and extra over the top or ones that can only be found in NYC, which we believe every kid ought to experience at least once in childhood. These include ice skating under the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and walking the illuminated streets of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn, among other holiday delights.

Whether you call NYC home or you're in town for a magical holiday visit, our list of 49 bucket list holiday activities for families represents the very best of Christmas in New York. Find more picks in our NYC Kids Guide to Holiday and Christmas Activities.

Winter fun awaits with snow tubing in and around Connecticut!