Zoos and Gardens for Long Island Kids
Enjoy quality time with the animals at the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center.
Find an Amazing Petting Zoo on Long Island Where Kids Can Meet the Animals
Take your animal-loving kids to these local petting zoos and farms.
Challenge yourself on the rope bridge along the Eye Opener.
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Scale the Long Island Aquarium's New Treehouse Dubbed the Eye Opener
Explore the aquarium's five-level outdoor play structure.
Cherry blossoms usher in the spring season at Old Westbury Gardens. Photo courtesy of the garden
Cherry Blossoms and Cherry Blossom Festivals on Long Island
Enjoy spring in full bloom at these colorful and family-friendly LI gardens.
Nature's colors come alive at Old Westbury Gardens.
Botanical Gardens and Arboretums on Long Island for a Family Day Trip
Come see nature's pageantry in full bloom at these colorful outdoor venues.
Bring your binoculars and spy some wildlife around the Quogue Wildlife Refuge pond.
Quogue Wildlife Refuge: Get Up Close With Nature, Animals
This one-of-a-kind East End preserve offers nature interaction, hiking, and plenty more for kids.
The sensory garden is a welcoming facility in Shoreham.
Sensory Garden in Shoreham: An Immersive, Kid-Friendly Experience
Kids can stimulate their senses and enjoy a day outdoors at this innovative Suffolk destination. ...
The tropical birds at the Long Island Aquarium sure aren't shy. Photo courtesy of the aquarium.
Butterflies and Birds: Where You Can Interact with Them on LI
Here's where kids on Long Island can get close to our native winged wonders.
Sea creatures galore wait to greet visitors at the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey.
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Visiting the Adventure Aquarium in NJ: 10 Best Things To Do and See
Visit the Amazon, touch a shark, and much more at this awesome aquarium.
Sharks swim at Hudson Canyon's edge at the New York Aquarium. Photo by Julie Larsen Maher for WCS
Sharks Take Over Coney Island in the New Exhibit at NY Aquarium
Breathtaking and immersive, the new shark exhibit at the NY Aquarium is a must-see.
The Hempstead House at Sand Point Preserve. Photo courtesy of Sands Point Conservancy
Exploring Sands Point Preserve: Dino Trail, Castles, and Hikes
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National Geographic's Interactive Ocean Odyssey Makes Waves in Times Square
Take a jaw-dropping, virtual underwater journey across the sea.
Discover the natural world outdoors at Bailey Arboretum.
Outdoor Classrooms Where Long Island Kids Will Love to Learn
At these outdoor venues, LI kids can play and learn.
Sleep among the aircraft! Photo courtesy of the Intrepid Museum
Night at the Museum: 5 NYC Museum and Zoo Sleepovers for Kids
A sleepover with the sharks—or with the airplanes, or the sea lions—is the ultimate only-in-NYC...
Riverhead Day Trip: The Best of This East End Town for Kids
Here are our picks for where to go and what to do with kids in Riverhead.
Spirit's Promise: A Horse Farm and Rescue on LI's East End
A visit to this North Fork animal rescue will delight and educate your kids.
Farm Stays Near NYC: Enjoy a Farm-Themed Family Vacation
Escape the city and head to endless rolling hills of farmland.
Enjoy a picnic and some outdoor music at Old Westbury Gardens' traditional Picnic Pops series. Photo courtesy of the gardens.
The Best Locations for a Family Picnic on Long Island
Pack your picnic basket and go. Here are our picks for LI's best family-friendly picnic...

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Visit with the piggies at Suffolk County Farm and Education Center. Photo courtesy of the center
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Sharks swim at Hudson Canyon's edge at the New York Aquarium. Photo by Julie Larsen Maher for WCS
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Babies 2 and younger can pet the goats, alpacas, and ponies for free at Fink’s Country Farm.
12 Free Places to Play on Long Island with Babies and Toddlers
These no-cost destinations on LI will delight your little one without denting your wallet. READ MORE
Sand tiger sharks and nurse sharks patrol Poseidon’s waters.
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Visiting the Long Island Aquarium With Kids: What to Know Before You Go
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Enjoy quality time with the animals at the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center.
Find an Amazing Petting Zoo on Long Island Where Kids Can Meet the Animals
Take your animal-loving kids to these local petting zoos and farms. READ MORE
Cherry blossoms usher in the spring season at Old Westbury Gardens. Photo courtesy of the garden
Cherry Blossoms and Cherry Blossom Festivals on Long Island
Enjoy spring in full bloom at these colorful and family-friendly LI gardens. READ MORE
Shimmering Solstice brings a new holiday lights show to the grounds at Old Westbury Gardens.
Shimmering Solstice Brings Twinkling New Holiday Lights Display to Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Gardens is blooming in light this holiday season. READ MORE
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The Long Island Game Farm's Wild Play Attraction Will Delight Animal-Loving Kids
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