There are tons of wonderful tours in New York City that give families an unforgettable experience. But, who doesn’t love to peek behind the curtain for an inside scoop? From stepping into famous pizza kitchens to exclusive looks behind the scenes of a favorite Broadway show, these behind-the-scenes tours in NYC offer a treasure trove of adventures to spark curiosity and excitement, while giving you and your kids some street cred!

So, grab your calendar and start planning an adventure to one of these behind-the-scenes New York City tours. We've got more splurge-worthy experiences for families on this list of over-the-top NYC experiences for kids.

The Tuckerton Seaport Museum bills itself as a showcase for New Jersey's coastal culture, and my family and I had a great time visiting it this summer. The Jersey Shore institution offers boat rides, creek tours, a nature trail, a lighthouse, an old fishing village, and crafting. 

When I first looked at the website before visiting, I thought it would be for older children, but my kids ages 2, 6, and 8, were all happy with the visit because it offers activities that will appeal to a variety of ages.

Read on for everything you need to know before visiting the Tuckerton Seaport Museum, and check out our roundup of 70 Things To Do at the Jersey Shore with Kids for more inspo while you're in the area. 

Whether you live on social media or post only once in a blue moon, these Instagarammable spots in NYC make a great backdrop for unforgettable family photos. We may be biased, but we think there's no better photo backdrop than New York City. With that in mind, we've rounded up our favorite Instagrammable spots for kids and families in NYC. From perfectly pink restaurants to iconic neighborhoods, over-the top eats, and lesser-known locales, the city offers no shortage of perfect backgrounds to fill up your Instagram feed.

Read on for our picks for the most Instragrammable spots with kids in NYC and find more must-visit-and-snap destinations on our New York City Kids Visitors Guide.

At this year's D23 Expo (Disney's ultimate fan event), Disney unveiled an extensive lineup of upcoming projects across Disney theme parks and beyond, including a wave of exciting announcements for Orlando's Walt Disney World. Here's a glimpse of what Disney has in store for the coming years, spanning theme parks, films, and more!

To meet the needs of skateboarding kids, skate parks are popping up all over Atlanta (many of these Atlanta skate parks also allow bicycles, scooters, and inline skates). Skateboarding is a great sport for kids—it helps develop balance and coordination, as well as improves self-confidence, physical health, and focus. Just remember: Before heading out to any Atlanta skate park, equip kids with the proper safety gear, including helmets and protective pads. Check out some of the coolest skate parks in Atlanta below for kids of all ages!

From children's museums to nature centers, amusement parks, and more, the San Francisco Bay Area has plenty to entertain  preschoolers and toddlers. Here are some of   our favorite venues for little ones.

Our shortlist of fun attractions for kids in the Houston area.

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.