Best Things To Do in NYC with the Grandparents

Next time grandma and grandpa visit, take a stroll through Central Park. Photo courtesy of Central Park Conservancy

Searching for things to do when the grandparents visit? We're here to help. After all, no matter what you call grandma and grandpa, their visit means it's time to lay out the red carpet with picks for fun all-ages activities in NYC.

While snagging one of these over-the-top treats might be atop your kids' wish list of things to do with the grandparents, we've got plenty of other picks to spend a day showing off New York City to your very special visitors. Our top picks for things to do with visiting grandparents in NYC includes delving into history by visiting museums and other enriching destinations that highlight a variety of cultures, interests, and time periods, including the immigrant experiences so many American families share. 

Whether your kids' grandparents drop by all the time or are only able to visit once in a while, the next time they ask what to do with the kids, suggest one of these meaningful things to do in NYC and help the generations find common ground while having fun.

Seoul with Kids: 35 Best Things To Do in Seoul, South Korea

From its royal palaces to its quirky street art to its colorful cafes, Seoul is a great choice for family travel.

South Korean culture has exploded in popularity through its music, movies, and food, and Seoul (South Korea's capital city) is the absolute best place to experience the culture firsthand. While Seoul is large and bustling, it's a great city to visit with kids. Seoul's top-notch public transportation system makes it easy to travel around the city with kids. And the locals are very friendly, so even visitors with little or no knowledge of the language can easily find people to help them.

My family had a blast during two recent trips to Seoul, and we discovered all of its best family-friendly attractions. Here is our list of the top 35 things to do in Seoul with kids, including interactive museums, indoor play spaces, theme parks, cultural sites, and so much more. Check out our International Travel Guide for more overseas adventures with kids, including great places to visit in Canada, the Caribbean, and Europe.

Best Things To Do This Spring in Boston With Kids

The Swan Boats have long been a Boston spring activity for kids. Photo courtesy of swanboats.com

We're always delighted to welcome spring back to Boston each year. It's the season when everything comes alive and every day brings a small and wonderful surprise. The city's green spaces are vibrant centers of color and activity, and it's the perfect time to get outdoors with the kids to reconnect with nature on a farm or at a park. From Swan Boats in Boston to the Harvard ArtsFirst Festival in Cambridge, here are our picks for the best spring activities around Boston to look forward to this season.

For even more ideas for making the most of the season, check out our Boston spring fun guide.

Old Town with Kids: What to Do Just North of Downtown Chicago with Kids

​Chicago History Museum located in Old Town. Photo by Maureen Wilkey

Every generation seems to pick a new neighborhood that will be trendy in Chicago, but for many decades, Old Town has been an interesting mix of old school Chicago and fun, new places. Bordered by Division Street on the south, Armitage on the north, Lake Michigan to the East, and Clybourn Avenue and Halsted to the West, Old Town was originally know as The Cabbage Patch during its early development by German settlers in the 1800s. Today, its proximity to both downtown and interesting north side neighborhoods like Lincoln Park and Wicker Park make it a favorite for city dwellers and tourists alike. And, there's plenty of things to do with kids within this single square mile of the city. 

Old Town has a history of great art and architecture, which is being built on today with the growing popularity of Lighthouse Art Space. It's also home to classic Chicago locales like the Chicago History Museum and The Second City, the birthplace of sketch comedy. To find out more about what's going on in Old Town, check out our handy Chicago family calendar.

If you're visiting Chicago and feel like exploring other great neighborhoods, check out our 3 Days in Chicago itinerary.

Visiting Washington, DC's National Mall and Memorial Parks with Kids

Climb the famous steps of the Lincoln Memorial for a gorgeous view of the reflecting pool and the Washington Monument. Photo by anjanettew via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)

The National Mall and Memorial Parks are one of the top-visited tourist attractions in the US, and hands-down the most famous place in Washington, DC. Plus, it's totally FREE to visit. That's why it should be at the top of any DC vacation itinerary. But with hundreds of acres of space and over 100 monuments and memorials to explore, visiting the National Mall with kids can be quite overwhelming.

Trust me, I know—I've visited the National Mall in the heat of summer with my infant twins in a double stroller, with three little ones after my daughter was born, and now with big kids who still love to climb the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and run around on the Washington Monument's vast lawn.

With all of that Mall madness under my belt, I'm here to give you the inside scoop on visiting DC's National Mall with kids, from must-see monuments to National Mall parking to the best kid-friendly restaurants near the National Mall. For more must-visit spots for families in our nation's capital, check out our list of the top attractions in DC.

Spring Bucket List: The Best Things To Do in Connecticut with Kids this Spring

Knocking the best things to do in Connecticut off that spring bucket list is definitely worth a fist bump! Photo courtesy of the Adventure Park at Storrs

Come spring, our family is itching to get active again. After spending three months cooped up inside, we are ready to be out in the sunshine and stretch our legs. Whether nature hikes near Danbury, boat rides in Mystic, or hopping on bikes in Hartford, we're excited! There are tons of fun to have in late March, April, May, and early June. Everything from playgrounds to fishing to ice cream—it all awaits us when the snow melts and your winter clothes finally get put away.

For more ideas to make the most of the season, check out our Spring Fun Guide. For the best of spring in CT delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters.

Top Stroller-Friendly Hiking Trails in Atlanta

Spend some time outdoors with your little one with these stroller-friendly trails in Atlanta. Photo via Canva

Stroller-friendly hiking trails in Atlanta allow families with young children to easily explore the outdoors. And because Atlanta has so many lush, outdoor spots to explore, kids will never be bored during time well spent on the hiking trail. We've chosen picturesque Atlanta trails that don't require special all-terrain strollers (though you may want to use something with a bit more power than an umbrella stroller on some of these). 

Maneuvering Atlanta trails with a stroller also makes it easier to schlep water, sunscreen, diapers, and an extra pair of clothes (in case of accidents and/or messy stops along the way). Introduce young children to the wonders and natural beauty of Atlanta by walking these awesome stroller-friendly trails.

Fishtown with Kids: 9 Things To Do in the Fishtown Neighborhood of Philly

Fishtown families flock to Penn Treaty Park for the waterfront views, special events, and open space. Photo by M. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia

There's so much to do with kids in Philly's Fishtown neighborhood!

If you are raising kids in Philly, or the nearby suburbs, don’t sleep on the Fishtown area for family fun. The resurgence of Fishtown as a Philly destination has been obvious for years now, with a fabulous restaurant scene, a vibrant night life, and construction projects popping up all over. But Fishtown offers more than just adult fun, as there's a growing number of families choosing to live here that prove it--including my own! Here's a list of our family's favorite Fishtown spots, from parks and playgrounds, to indoor play spaces and kid-friendly restaurants, all written by a mom raising kids right here in the neighborhood.

Browse our other itineraries to some of Philly's best neighborhoods, from our Guide to Northeast Philly with Kids to our favorite spots in Old City and Historic Philadelphia. Whether you're visiting from out of town or playing tourist in your own city, we've got you covered with our 3 Day Itinerary by a Philly Mom and our list of Top Attractions in Philly.

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