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Indulge in Afternoon Tea with Peter Rabbit at The Peninsula New York
Submitted by Jody Mercier on
High tea is a perfect experience gift for kids—or parents—of a certain age, and there's a brand-new Peter Rabbit-themed afternoon tea taking over elegant Gotham Lounge at The Peninsula New York—one of our favorite family-friendly hotels in NYC this month.
Naturally, my daughters hopped at the chance to get dressed up and join me for this lovely outing. Read on for the full details on this indulgent high tea and find more of our favorite restaurants serving high tea in NYC.
Best Zoo and Museum Summer Camps in NYC
Submitted by Drew Kristofik on
When the time comes to book summer camps in NYC, parents sometimes overlook NYC's museums, zoos, and the New York Aquarium, but these culturally rich organizations offer an incredible selection of summer camps.
Some popular summer camps at NYC museums sell out in the blink of an eye, but we're including them here so they're on your radar for next year and beyond, including summer camp at the American Museum of Natural History and The Met.
No matter your child's interest, we've got tons of options in our New York City Summer Camp Guide, including picks for great creative and performing arts summer camps in NYC and cool STEM summer day camps. You can find more great camp programs in our camp directory where you can search by interest, age, or borough from Brooklyn and the Bronx to Manhattan, Staten Island, and Queens.
Roller Skating in NYC for Kids and Families
Submitted by Jody Mercier on
Roller skating provides plenty of old school, all-ages fun. With the city's popular ice skating season in the rearview, trade in your ice skates for quads and hit one of these roller skating rinks in NYC or just beyond city limits.
The return of Flipper's Roller Boogie Palace and pop-ups like Brooklyn's Roller Wave mean NYC families have more choices than ever for unique roller skating rinks to explore.
In addition to retro roller skating fun, many of these roller skating rinks offer extras, including arcade games, bounce houses, and party packages. So lace up your quads and get moving at these roller skating rinks in NYC!
Visiting Urban Air Adventure Park in Brooklyn with Kids
Submitted by Diana Kim on
Sunset Park's Urban Air Adventure Park gives Brooklyn kids a whole new place to play. This new trampoline park gives kids space to jump, bounce, fly, and play to their hearts' content in a safe environment. While Brooklyn families are fortunate to have a number of indoor places to play from climbing gyms and ninja warrior courses to indoor playgrounds, there hadn't been a trampoline park in the borough for a few years. Urban Air Adventure Park, which opened in late 2022, changed that bringing with it a variety of all-ages attractions. It's one of those rare destinations where a preschooler and a tween can run around and have fun.
Read on for our visit to this ultimate indoor playground and find more places for action-packed playtime in our Guide to Sports Centers, Gyms, and Fun Zones in NYC.
Best Things to Do in Coney Island With Kids: Luna Park, Aquarium, Beach, Mermaids
Submitted by Jody Mercier on
The shores of Coney Island and Brighton Beach open for the season Memorial Day weekend, but the amusement park rides have been spinning since early spring, and the boardwalk and New York Aquarium are always action-packed, making this season the perfect time for a Brooklyn day-cation!
From enjoying the sandy beach and waves, to amusement park thrills, and delicious sweets and treats, here are the best things to do in Coney Island with kids this season.
What's New at Legoland New York for 2023 Season
Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on
Legoland New York is open for the 2023 season and there are lots of great updates for families. One of the most noteworthy: The resort, currently in its third year, is now a Certified Autism Center.
With specific autism-friendly features, Legoland New York joins Sesame Place Philadelphia as a day trip-worthy Certified Autism Center (CAC) for tri-state area residents.
Read on for what the certification means plus what else is new at Legoland New York in 2023. Hot tip: Start planning now for a cool summer vacation when its water playground opens! We've got more wet and wild fun in our Guide to Theme Parks and Water Parks for Families.
Best Maternity Stores in NYC for Expecting Moms
Submitted by Vanessa Leigh on
When it comes to maternity stores in NYC, most pregnant mamas load up on cheap Target and Old Navy gear. After all, you're only going to wear it for a few months, right? But great maternity clothes can make you feel like yourself again—or at least the NYC mama you want to be. We've found 10 New York City maternity stores selling maternity clothes, plus great postpartum gear like nursing bras, breast pumps, baby carriers, and even adorable bespoke onesies. Some even offer pre- and postnatal classes, and all are worth the splurge to find the best for you and your baby to be, even if that super cute onesie will be covered in spit-up in no time!
So, hit up the big box maternity retailers for your everyday T-shirts, and save these local New York City maternity stores for special occasions or to find something that truly fits. Besides, you'll likely be visiting this store again to try on nursing bras, and nothing beats a dedicated, knowledgeable staff and a carefully curated selection of excellent clothing and gear. Several even offer perks like lounge areas and nursing pillows for on-the-go breastfeeding.
While these maternity stores will get you through nine months and beyond, we've got more curated picks for the best baby stores in NYC to carry you through toddlerhood. You'll find other new parent resources in our NYC Baby and Pregnancy Guide.
NYC Summer Day Camps with Swimming Programs
Submitted by Jessica Laird on
If swimming at summer camp is a must for your city kid, you're in luck. Here in NYC, not only will you find summer camps totally dedicated to swimming, but also traditional day camps where taking a dip is almost always on the agenda, plus totally unique summer camps that combine sports or STEM activities with prioritized pool time.
Whether your kiddo is ready to work on their backstroke or just eager to play a round of Marco Polo, we've gathered some of our favorite NYC summer camps with awesome swimming programs in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and across the city. Find more high-quality summer camps in NYC, including our picks for the top sports summer camps and great sleepaway camps in the Northeast in our New York City Summer Camp Guide. You can also search our Summer Camp Directory by borough, camp type, and age.
