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The best things to do, see, and go to in New York City with school-age children.
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Explore the parks and beaches on Staten Island, one of our 100 favorite free things to do this summer in NYC. Photo by Sara M.
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Head to the Bronx's Haffen Pool, one of our favorite free pools in NYC, to enjoy a day of swimming and splashing.
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Golly Gee Whiz performed by TADA! Youth Theater. Photo courtesy of TADA! Youth Theater
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See the skyline from a whole new vantage point on the Roosevelt Island Tram. Photo courtesy of NYCGo
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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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Rocket Park Mini Golf is an outdoor miniature golf course with nine themed holes that introduces visitors to rocket science concepts. Photo courtesy of NYSCI
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Pull up a blanket for Movies With a View at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Photo by Julienne Schaer
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Keep everyone cool at the 95-acre Splish Splash water park on Long Island's East End. Photo courtesy of Splish Splash
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Kid Eats and Treats
Tierras Colombianas traditional dishes win over kids with yummy comfort food. Photo by Sydney Ng
Kid-Friendly Restaurant Guide
Indulge in the over-the-top milkshakes at Black Tap. Photo courtesy of the shop
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CoolMess: Manhattan's New DIY Ice Cream Parlor
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Essex Street Market's food hall offers a diverse selection of culinary delights. Photo by Jody Mercier
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Find a new children's book to read today. Photo by Jody Mercier
The 131 Most-Loved (Best) Kids’ Books: Parent-Tested, Kid-Approved
Our top kids' books for all ages!
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There is fun to be had on Christmas Day 2025 in Boston! Snowtubing at Fruitlands, photo courtesy of the Massachusetts Office of Tourism.
What’s Open on Christmas Day 2025? Stores, Grocery Stores & Family-Friendly Places for Parents in Boston
Check out what's open in Boston on Christmas Day 2025!
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From the streets of Portland to the shops in Freeport, find holiday fun on a 3-day Christmas trip to Maine!
Christmas in Maine: Ultimate 3-Day Itinerary for a Magical Holiday with Kids
See what Maine has to offer on a 3-day Christmas getaway!
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Concord's Colonial Inn is one of Greater Boston's coziest restaurants open on Christmas 2025. Photo courtesy of the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2025 in Boston
Leave the cooking to these fine restaurants open on Christmas 2025 in Boston.
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Give them something to be excited about when it's time to open stockings!
25 Cool Stocking Stuffers for Kids for $10 or Less
No coal this Christmas, just cool gifts under ten bucks.
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Polar Express trains are coming to towns all over New England for Christmas 2025! Essex Steam Train Railroad photo courtesy of Mommy Poppins.
Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains in New England 2025
Polar Express trains and trolleys are ready for Christmas magic in 2025!
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