If you're looking for a family-friendly getaway near NYC, it's hard to beat a trip to the brick-built wonderland that is Legoland New York, and if you really want to up the ante on family fun, consider pairing your theme park visit with an overnight at the kid-centered Legoland NY Hotel.

From the moment you step in the door of the Legoland NY Hotel, it's clear kids are in for a treat, and there are enough grown-up touches to ensure adults are happy, too. Read on for our review of our overnight at the property and find more family-friendly escapes in our Guide to Day Trips and Weekend Getaways.

You probably heard that Super Nintendo World is opening in 2023 at Universal Studios Hollywood. But you might not know exactly what that means. Well, here's a sneak peek: If your kids love Mario Kart, get ready to blow their minds. When Universal Studios opens its Super Nintendo World in early 2023, Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge will be one of the first and hottest rides to open, featuring cutting-edge augmented reality that sets a new standard for interactive theme park rides.

Read on to get the scoop on how and when you can join Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach on an interactive ride in the park's new immersive land.

Visiting the Storm King Art Center in the Hudson Valley is a world-class experience that's worthy of being mentioned in the same breath as many of the more famous New York-area museums. The sprawling outdoor museum in New Windsor is home to large-scale sculptures and site-specific pieces that dot its wide-open green space.

Read on for more about what makes this destination great for families—and what you can’t miss while there.

For other open-air cultural offerings, check out our rundown of outdoor art day trips in the area, and bookmark our comprensive Guide to Summer Activities.

Roller fever is taking the city by storm this summer and nowhere is that more evident than at the newly opened DiscOasis in Central Park. Located at the revitalized Wollman Rink, The DiscOasis offers plenty of old-school fun with an interactive, immersive experience that marries roller skating with a funky soundtrack, a garden of disco balls, shimmering lights, and plenty of epic people-watching.

Want to share this roller disco fever with your kids? Read on for our review of visiting The DiscOasis with kids, and learn how to score deeply discounted tickets to this family-friendly event that's lighting up Central Park through Saturday, October 1.

Coney Island is a prime summer day trip destination, but if you linger too long, you're going to need a list of family-friendly Coney Island restaurants to refuel at. Whether you're exploring Coney Island or Brighton Beach with kids for their subway-accessible beaches, amusement park rides, a visit to the New York Aquarium, or just to enjoy the ocean breeze, you'll likely need to stop to eat at some point. That's where these family-friendly restaurants in Coney Island and Brighton Beach come in handy.

You're sure to find plenty of casual family-friendly restaurants serving kid-pleasers such as pizza, hot dogs, burgers, and shakes along the Coney Island boardwalk. Thanks to its large Russian population, Brighton Beach restaurants are family-friendly, too, but in a different way. There are many upscale spots where kids can try new-to-them foods; or, if they're picky, fried potatoes and bread. Read on for our top picks for family-friendly restaurants in these neighboring waterfront communities, and find more great NYC eats in our Family-Friendly Restaurant Guide.

Boston takes pride in its culture, from the sophistication of world-class museums to the roaring crowd of beloved sports venues. And the music scene is a vital part of this vibrant city. Summer brings some of the best outdoor music festivals for families to Boston. These shows feature a diversity of genres and styles, but they all get you moving and shaking in a fun, community-driven atmosphere. So read on for our guide to free Boston summer concerts and the best outdoor music festivals for families.

South Florida is a hot spot for families—and everyone else. When visiting the Miami and Fort Lauderdale area, picking a great hotel for kids can make or break the entire vacation, so we have compiled a list of the top 12 most amazing family-friendly hotels in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. These wonderful spots to stay are all approved by local moms, and perfect to enjoy your next South Florida family vacation or staycation.

While you're in town, choose something fun to do with kids using our South Florida Weekend Planner, or our family events calendar!

If you haven't taken the family to Knott’s Berry Farm yet, you are in for an only-in-SoCal treat. Located in Buena Park, this 160-acre theme park has roller coasters for thrill-seeking teens but also little rides for tiny tots. Not only that, Knott’s Berry Farm is also a great place to walk around, play games, eat some truly delicious food, and enjoy a trip to historic or cultural-themed lands. From scream your lungs out drops to palling around with Snoopy, the whole family will love a day at Knott’s Berry Farm. Read on for tips on how to get the most out of your visit.

For more inside tips and tricks to enjoying all the best theme parks in SoCal (including how to get discounted tickets to all the amusement parks!), check out our guides to Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood, Legoland California, and more in our SoCal Theme Park and Water Park Guide.