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Visit the rides along the Coney Island boardwalk. Photo by Julienne Schaer for NYCgo
Best Things to Do in Coney Island With Kids: Luna Park, Aquarium, Beach, Mermaids
There's always something to do on Coney Island in the summer.
Grab a dog at Nathan's Famous for a kid-friendly meal on your next trip to Coney Island.
13 Family-Friendly Restaurants in Coney Island and Brighton Beach
Whether you're looking for ethnic favorites or old-fashioned boardwalk fare, find it here.
A ride on Lynn's Trapeze puts a smile on the face of visitors young and old.
Luna Park Guide: New Rides and Tips for Visiting Coney Island with Kids
A visit to this seaside amusement park is a summer must.
Wave hello to Bruiser, the talented sea lion and star of the Aquatheater show at the New York Aquarium.
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Visiting the New York Aquarium With Kids: Top Things To Do and See
Sharks, sea lions, and more sea creatures await at this Coney Island institution.
Brooklyn Kids Guide
With its combination of bucolic, tree-lined streets and kid amenities that seriously threaten...
Coney Island offers a variety of Instagrammable spots with kids, including the beach, boardwalk, and famous amusement park rides. Photo by Jody Mercier
19 Picture-Perfect Instagrammable Spots with Kids in NYC
Say cheese: These NYC spots belong in your social media feed and they're fun, too!

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Head through the bright yellow door to see the treasures of the Coney Island Museum—as unique as the neighborhood it pays homage to!
Coney Island Museum Preserves the Magic of NYC's Amusement Park History
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Tom's Restaurant is situated on a fairly sleepy corner in Morningside Heights despite its high-profile turn in Seinfeld. Photo by Jody Mercier
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Kid-friendly—and foodie-friendly—Jacob Riis Beach is a quick trip from the city. Photo by Sara Marentette
Best Beaches Near NYC in 2025: A Guide for Families
Here's how to get to our favorite beaches nearby—and who has the best perks for families.
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Six Flags Great Adventure makes for an action-packed day of amusement park fun.
NYC Area Amusement Parks by Public Transportation: Family Fun Without a Car
Car-free New Yorkers can reach these theme parks by bus or train.
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Gotham Gymnastics offers gymnastics classes for kids from toddlers to teens.
Best Gymnastics Classes in NYC for Kids
Often called the "mother of all sports," gymnastics gives kids an early fitness foundation.
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The costumed characters wandering the park are happy to pose for festive photo-ops at Luna Park's Frost Fest. Photo courtesy of Luna Park in Coney Island
Luna Park's Frost Fest Brings Winter Fun to Coney Island
Celebrate the winter season on the shores of Coney Island with this fun fest.
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