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1. Alice's Tea Cup Chapter 1
- Whimsical tea room for adults and kids
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- Upper West Side & Morningside Heights
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2. Governors Island
- Historical island oasis a ferry ride away from Manhattan
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3. Rockaway Beach
- Quiet beauty by the sea
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- Queens
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4. New York Transit Museum Store
Lots of cool transportation-themed gifts, like cufflinks made out of subway tokens (true mementos, since...
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5. Brooklyn Bridge Park
- Green oasis between two bridges
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6. American Museum of Natural History
- Dinosaurs galore, plus other earth and space-themed exhibits
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7. The Scholastic Store
This mammoth store is located at the ground level of the headquarters for children's book publisher Scholastic...
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8. Toys "R" Us
Geoffrey the Giraffe must be mighty pleased with this multi-level, high-tech home. It occupies almost...
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9. Brooklyn Bridge
- Historic bridge offers stunning skyline views
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- Brooklyn
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10. Wollman Rink
- Skating in Central Park makes for a fun family outing
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- Central Park
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The Best of NileGuide
- Art museums can hold a child's attention for only so long. That's why we're giving you 10 more options to entertain the kiddies in the Big Apple. Outdoor parks are an easy break, or how about an Alice in Wonderland-esque tea room? Hit the beach in the summer time or let loose at the parade grounds on Governors Island. New York City runs the gamut with family-friendly activities and attractions. So whether you're looking to take it easy or want the kids to stimulate their minds, there's a place the entire family will love. For the ultimate in kid adventures we recommend checking out a little bit of everything: museums, waterfronts, and toy stores are some of our favorites. Pick and choose from our list below to create your ultimate family play date in New York City. Have fun!
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