In the urban jungle that is NYC, it can feel like nature is hard to come by. But in reality, parks, green spaces, and community gardens brighten up the city in every borough.

Families interested in gardening with kids in NYC are spoiled for choice if they know where to look! You can start small, by growing your own indoor herb or vegetable garden or turning your small backyard space into a haven for butterflies and pollinators.

Or, you can check out one of these excellent programs for gardening with kids in NYC. You might be surprised at just how many options there are. Find more ways to create a greener future in our Earth Kids Guide for Families.

Finding things to do with kids after dark in New York City can be a bit of a challenge. Some places may seem too rowdy or loud, and others may be too boring. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of kid-friendly nighttime spots the whole family can enjoy. Grab your calendar and clear your evenings, because the city that never sleeps offers plenty of fun things to do with kids after dark in NYC.

For more kid-approved outings at all hours, bookmark this list of the 100 things to do in NYC with kids before they grow up.

With so much to explore in New York City, it’s hard to know where to start. That’s where these NYC tours come in handy. There are so many innovative ways to see the city and explore and learn about New York from expert guides. From boat tours to walking tours to historical tours and food tours, we've rounded up 25 family-friendly tours of NYC guaranteed to help you find the perfect way to discover the city’s hidden secrets and fun facts.

We've got tons more picks for enjoying New York City with kids in our Visitors Guide for Families, which includes our picks for the top attractions in NYC and 100 things to do in NYC with kids before they grow up.

When it comes to creativity, my girls are always testing the limits. They've rarely met a craft material they don't want to work with, but we often clash over the messes left behind. That's what made a trip to Shot of Art NYC a perfect all-ages outing.

Over a two-hour session, we spun, dripped, and splashed paint everywhere from our canvases to the walls, ceiling, floor, and even (accidentally) my camera. We left with huge smiles on our faces, some cool new artwork, and inspiration to keep creating. Even better: We left the mess all behind!

Want to have your own creative playdate at Shot of Art NYC? Read on for the inside scoop on this art-and-graffiti-inspired studio and find more creative places to play on our list of the best arts and craft classes in NYC for kids.

Hudson River Park has no shortage of places to play, but there's always room for more. And so it is that Pier 26—already an educational wonderland—is home to a brand-new playground.

A pair of colorful, larger-than-life sturgeon beckon local kids and passersby to stop and romp. Go inside these whimsical sea creatures with us and find more fun places to play in our NYC Kids' Guide to Parks and Playgrounds.

Astoria, Queens is having a moment right now, especially for kids and families. This vibrant corner of Queens is filled with amazing places to play, great places to stay, and awesome eats that will make you say, “no way.” Indeed, when it comes to family-friendly fun, Astoria, Queens has it all.

Read on for our favorite things to do in Astoria, Queens, and find more local haunts on our list of the best things to do in Queens.