Family Summer: Things to Do in New York City

There are hundreds of things to do in New York City.little ones how to swim, build sandcastles with them
The Big Apple is perfect for families looking for fun,and look for shells that you can add to your collection.
exciting and energy-filled activities for a vacation.The older kids can learn how to surf and join beach
One thing you can do to start your summer vacation isgames such as frisbee, volleyball and tennis. Some of
to get a 360-degree bird's eye view of the fivethe beaches hold events and festivals that you can
boroughs of New York City (Manhattan, Bronx,also check out with your family to feel the New York
Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island), its surroundingCity vibe.
waters and the Statue of Liberty from the EmpireOne of the best things to do to enjoy the nice summer
State Building's Observatory. In addition, within theweather is spend an afternoon in Central Park. It is a
Empire State Building is an interesting ride that willgreat opportunity to be close to nature in the middle of
definitely be a hit to kids of all ages - the New Yorka busy city. You can have a quiet family time with a
Skyride, which provides a three dimensional virtual tourlittle picnic. Kids (and parents) can have fun with a
of the entire city.carousel ride and inline skating. You can also visit the
Tours and cruises are best to join at the beginning partCentral Park Zoo for some wildlife encounter - lions,
of your trip to New York City. They provide anzebras, penguins, polar bears and over a hundred
overview of all the things to see and do that the citymore different species of animals.
has to offer. The Liberty Cruise provides an interestingNew York City is a shopping mecca. Whether you are
introduction of New York City with amazing views oflooking for clothes, shoes, accessories or toys, New
the Manhattan skyline and Ellis Island. The cruise, ofYork City has a store waiting for you. Your kids can
course, includes an up close look at the greatexpress their creativity by making their personal
American icon, the Statue of Liberty, that will sure givestuffed animal at the Build-A-Bear Workshop. A visit at
you a renewed sense of freedom.the FAO Schwartz will definitely make your kids go
If you are looking for something educational andwild. It is the ultimate toy store any kid could ask for.
interactive for your kids to do this summer, New YorkYou can find everything at FAO Schwartz - from the
City has the world's best museums that you can takeregular Barbie dolls and Transformers collectibles to
them to. The Children's Museum of Manhattan caterskid-sized Mercedes 500SL.
to the inquisitive minds of young children which housesHotel accommodations are aplenty in New York City.
exhibits that will challenge their creativity. The museumThere are even those that are particularly
features themed displays, such as Nickelodeon's Dorafamily-friendly. Among the best places for your family
The Explorer and Go Diego Go, to catch the little kids'to stay is at the Hilton Times Square. Hiton Times
attention and to entice them to participate in theSquare's lobby has an entertainment complex that
activities. Older kids, however, will definitely enjoyhouses restaurants, retail stores, a movie theater and
roaming around old aircrafts, particularly those used ineven a wax museum. Hilton Times Square prepares
the second World War in the Intrepid Sea-Air-Spaceprograms for children and also offers babysitting
Museum.services. The best thing about the hotel is that it is
Summer means lots of outdoor activities. Hit any oflocated right in the middle of Times Square, giving you
the New York City beaches and join all sorts of funan easy access to all the fascinating summer things to
things to do. You can take this opportunity to teach thedo in New York City.