Top New York Kid-Friendly Tours

Enjoy a family-friendly New York City experience that most tourists don’t get. At i Candy NYC, you and the kids enjoy four floors of candy-centric fun and games at this unique, dreamy installation. There are plenty of photo opportunities to help you capture the memories, and your ticket comes with a complimentary commemorative container that you and the kids fill with candy souvenirs.

Share in the excitement of discovery with more than 40 galleries exploring the natural world and the universe at one of New York City's top destinations, the American Museum of Natural History. Upgrade your general admission ticket to include entry to Invisible Worlds, the Butterfly Vivarium, the giant-screen film, or the Hayden Planetarium Space Show. Children under 3 qualify for waived admission fees, making this museum accessible for families with young children.

Experience parts of New York’s Madison Square Garden that most people never see on this exclusive backstage tour. Rather than stick to the public areas, go behind the scenes in this world-famous sports and entertainment venue and hear history you’d otherwise miss. Prebooking online allows you to guarantee a tour on your preferred day.

See yourself and a loved one on a billboard in Times Square with this one-of-a-kind experience in New York City. Have your chosen image or video projected from a 31-foot (9-meter) tall screen to the hundreds of thousands of people that visit Times Square every day. Plus, your picture is shown every hour for 24 hours, to make you feel like a VIP all day long.

Enjoy a day out with the whole family at New Jersey’s Nickelodeon Universe Indoor Theme Park—one of the world’s largest indoor amusement parks—without the stress: purchase your tickets before you travel to ensure your entry. Once inside the park, located just a few miles from New York City, kids of all ages can take advantage of its dozens of rides and attractions, as well as live entertainment offerings.

If you’re spending the day at New Jersey’s American Dream mall just outside of New York, reserve a ticket in advance for the interactive TiLT Museum, street artist Tracy Lee Stum’s immersive experience. Pose in the 3D scenes to take incredible photos that submerge you into fantastical scenarios. End up with unique keepsake photos to memorialize your time in the city.

Enjoy one of the best views of New York City from the Edge Observation Deck in Hudson Yards. Prebook your admission ticket to guarantee your preferred time slot, or upgrade for anytime tickets or priority access. Start on the 4th level to enjoy several interactive indoor installations featuring light, reflections, sound, and other interactive elements. Then head to level 100 for sky-high views over Manhattan.

Enhance your time at New Jersey’s American Dream mall just outside New York City by reserving an entry ticket for the hands-on Sesame Street Learn + Play–the first of its kind in the country. Little ones will love seeing their friends Big Bird, Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and more as they explore the many interactive educational experiences.

Experience one of nature's most popular attractions from three vantage points on this half-day tour of Niagara Falls (American side). Visit the Cave of the Winds, and take a cruise to the base of Horseshoe Falls on the famous Maid of the Mist (early May to late October). Descend to the bottom of Niagara Gorge in an elevator, before heading upwards to soak in the scene from Prospect Point Observation Tower. There's plenty of time for photo ops to capture the famous falls on camera.

Book tickets to the Tony Award-winning musical hit Aladdin, performed at New Amsterdam Theater in New York City. This Broadway rendition of the 1992 Disney film brings a beloved cast of characters to the stage with stunning choreography. The whole family can enjoy the classic Broadway show experience while taking a break from the crowds and sightseeing.

Located in New Jersey, the American Dream center houses a variety of indoor attractions, as well as indoor shopping and dining options. Grab your putter and take part in an 18-hole minigolf adventure inspired by the Angry Birds video game. Includes a bird-shaped golf ball and a putter styled like a slingshot so you can conquer Piggy Island.

Many visitors pass through Rockefeller Center without taking the time to fully appreciate the artistry of the art deco complex. On this tour, explore deeper and get a close-up look at the murals, sculptures, bas-reliefs, and other decorative features of the Rockefeller Center, listening to informative commentary as you go.

Pizza is an integral piece of NYC’s food scene, but knowing where find the perfect pies can be challenging if you’re not a local. This Lower East Side pizza tour eliminates the guesswork and takes you straight to several celebrated pizzerias, while dishing up the neighborhood’s history as you explore.

Open year round, and one of the largest indoor water parks in the country, DreamWorks Indoor Water Park is a family-friendly destination located just a few miles from New York City—and this advance booking option enables a stress-free visiting experience. Book your tickets before you travel, and arrive at a time that works best for you. You can explore highlights like its many slides, indoor wave pool and more, all at your leisure.

Enhance your time at New Jersey’s American Dream mall just outside of New York, by reserving a timed-entry ticket for the interactive Mirror Maze, an immersive maze experience. Make your way through the life-size mirrored maze filled with lights, music, and seemingly endless corridors. Take fascinating photos and make fun memories with friends or family as you try to get to the other side.

Group tours sometimes skip over attractions or details you’re interested in, making you feel like you got gypped. This private, customized tour of New York City by luxury SUV or minivan allows you to focus your time on your interests. Select from any number of popular locations such as Times Square, Central Park, and the Brooklyn Bridge—focus on one area or see it all. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Keep everyone in the family happy as you discover the art, history, artifacts, and exhibits of the Metropolitan Museum of Art during a private guided tour designed for families and kids. Meet your guide and set off on an interactive, fun-filled tour of the museum's top exhibits that will delight little ones. Merge education and excitement by visiting the Egyptian, Roman, and Greek collections, and more.

Visit one of the last existing wooden carousel complexes in the United States with a trip to the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum near Niagara Falls, NY. Explore the carving shop, paint room, assembly roundhouse, loading dock, and more. Ride a hand-carved, restored 1916 carousel. For kids, there’s a Children’s Gallery and Kiddieland Testing Park Exhibit (over the summer). Includes two ride tokens.

Enjoy a fun and interactive day at American Dream Mall just across the river from Manhattan in New Jersey. There, you’ll have passes to do four incredible activities, museums, and theme parks for fun-filled day, maximizing your time and money. Get wet at DreamWorks Water Park, take a swing at Blacklight Mini Golf, make your way through the Mirror Maze, and take amazing photos at TiLT Museum.

Spend the morning on our bus-and-walk combo exploring Manhattan’s top sites. Starting from Times Square, we’ll whisk you through Midtown to Columbus Circle for photos and a stroll into Central Park. Then, pass horse-drawn carriages, grand apartments, and the iconic Plaza Hotel on Central Park South. Cruise along Fifth Avenue, stopping at Rockefeller Plaza, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Empire State Building, and the Flatiron. Head downtown through Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown, Little Italy, and the Financial District—spot Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange, and Trinity Church. Pause at One World Trade Center and the 9/11 Memorial to reflect. Finish in Battery Park, where you can grab lunch or ride the free Staten Island Ferry past the Statue of Liberty before returning to Times Square.

Direct from London’s West End, Jamie Allan’s Amaze is New York City’s must-see magic sensation. Bold, heartfelt, and unlike anything you’ve experienced before, Amaze blends 80s nostalgia with jaw-dropping, high-tech illusions to create a show that doesn’t just amaze - it moves you. Built around the audience and driven by story, Amaze weaves together theatrical storytelling, dazzling visual effects, mind-bending sleight-of-hand, and moments of pure wonder in an unforgettable experience for ages 5 and up. Currently the highest-rated magic show in New York City, Amaze has wowed critics and audiences alike, shattering box-office records and selling out runs in London’s West End. The Chicago Tribune hailed it as a “masterclass in magic,” The Times named it a Critic’s Pick, and even Penn & Teller were blown away: “You will love this show. We did!” Meet the magicians after the show! Tickets are limited - don’t miss the magic everyone is talking about!

Get to know several of Manhattan’s essential neighborhoods on this walking tour that covers the past and present of Times Square, Herald Square, and Chelsea. The half-day tour offers ample time to discover favorite spots. Fashion lovers will enjoy learning about the area’s most famous department store along with a visit to the garment district.

Gather your buddies and take miniature golf to the next level on American Dream’s space-themed Blacklight mini golf course, complete with 3D sculptures, neon lighting and music. An ideal activity for rainy days in the city, pre-purchasing your ticket means you can get straight onto the green (or black?).