Looking for a fun, scenic, and kid-friendly bike ride in Los Angeles? The Strand—also known as the Marvin Braude Bike Trail—is a coastal gem perfect for families.  

As much as Los Angeles is consistently making improvements, the bicycling infrastructure in Los Angeles leaves quite a bit to be desired. This is doubly true for families who want to ride in the city with their kids. While it may not be advisable to take an epic 10-mile bike trip down Venice Boulevard (even if it does technically have bike lanes), there are several off-street bike paths throughout the metro. The crown jewel? The Marvin Braude Bike Trail, better known by locals as The Strand. 

While you're biking The Strand, you'll pass by the Santa Monica Pier, and many LA beaches for kids and families. For more essential things to do in LA, check out our Los Angeles Visitors' Guide for Families. 

Think about summer on Long Island, and ice cream immediately comes to mind. In the Hamptons and on the North Fork, there are scoop shops serving ice cream and other kid-pleasing confections.

From sticky fingers and sugary lips, ice cream can be a messy treat. But just one lick of these homemade ice creams on Long Island's East End makes it all worth it—even the calories! That's why we've rounded up the best ice cream shops in the region.

We've found more sweet treats at these old-fashioned ice cream spots on Long Island, and you can take a peek at our Hamptons and North Fork Family Guide for all the seasonal fun out east!

Nothing makes you feel like your home is riddled with safety hazards quite like a newly crawling baby–but there are a number of hidden babyproofing concerns that are important to consider for toddlers and kids too.

From heirloom cribs to corded blinds, parents may not realize some of the dangers that are right under our noses. That’s why we’ve partnered with the experts at the Window Covering Safety Council to share some of the hidden hazards in the home that you need to know. Take a look at this list and make sure you’ve got your babyproofing bases covered.

The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa is one of those spots that has everything a family needs for a quick staycation. Amazing pool? Check. Great food? Check. A location that’s a few minutes away from fantastic family fun? Check! I recently spent a weekend at this popular North Texas hotel, and if you need a way to beat the heat and get the kids out of a summer slump, this is the place to do it. 

If you're looking for more fun summer ideas, check out our guide to the best activities, deals, and things to do in DFW. 

Since moving to Olivebridge—just 15 minutes from the stunning Ashokan Reservoir—my family has discovered the joy of slow nature days filled with fresh air, epic views, and easy trails for little legs, so if you're looking for a perfect day in the Catskills, look no further.

Whether it’s scooting along a waterside path with my sons, spotting eagles in the sky, or finishing the day with a stroll in the family-friendly town of Woodstock, here are my favorite things to do with kids near the beautiful Ashokan Reservoir. We've got more ideas for local outings on this list of the best things to do in the Catskills with kids and in our Family-Friendly Guide to Day Trips and Getaways.

New parents are not only among the most sleep-deprived in the population, but they also happen to be some of the most prolific Googlers. With a new baby comes new baby questions, and today’s new parents have the internet at their fingertips–for better or worse. It’s hard to find trustworthy answers in the abyss of information out there, and don’t even get me started on the number of Googled anecdotes that have sent me into my own personal new parent panic. 

We've taken the 10 most Googled new parent questions—some of which surprised us!—and got answers from the experts and our own veteran parents. Read on for real-life tips that really work. And slowly back away from search engines and AI chatbots...

For more expert parenting advice, including potty training tips and developmental milestones for baby's first year, visit our Baby and Maternity Guide.

If you're looking for a new twist on the classic city walk with your kids, the Hi Bye Tiles art scavenger hunt in Gowanus, Brooklyn, is a magical surprise waiting to be discovered. The artist behind the Hi Bye Tiles—whose identity remains delightfully low-key—secretly installs tiny ceramic messages and characters on street corners, brick walls, and lampposts across the family-friendly neighborhood. Each tile is delightfully whimsical, sometimes sweet, sometimes sassy, always smile-inducing. Hi Bye’s art focuses on imagination, humor, and world-building through an ongoing “hidden in plain sight” series of ceramic street art tiles. She’s currently in the middle of a 100-tile project.

On a recent sunny Saturday, my 7-year-old and I found ourselves turning a corner on 3rd Avenue only to spot a yellow banana tile smiling at us while we waited for the bus. Instantly, the walk turned into a hunt. We found six tiles in total that day, and each one sparked a burst of excitement. We've got the lowdown on how to start your own Hi Bye Tile art hunt below, plus more fun secret spots for NYC kids to discover.

The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most famous bridges in the world and one of NYC's top attractions for families. Whether you're a visitor or a local, walking the Brooklyn Bridge with kids should definitely be on your NYC bucket list.

The iconic suspension bridge was built in 1883 and became the first East River crossing to connect Manhattan and Brooklyn. It spans just over 6,000 feet—or 1.1 miles—and is made up of approximately 13,000 wooden planks.

Walking the Brooklyn Bridge with kids makes for a great family activity and one that's FREE to boot. Plan a perfect family day in NYC with our Brooklyn Bridge walking itinerary, which includes tips for walking the Brooklyn Bridge with kids, nearby activities on both the Brooklyn and Manhattan sides, and FAQs for a fun and stress-free adventure.

Find all our top things to do in our Visitor's Guide to New York City.