imagiNATIONS Activity Center
National Museum of the American Indian - New York One Bowling Green, New York, NYSolve puzzles, perform experiments, play state-of-the-art computer simulations and find out how corn is like a dog in this interactive, family-friendly space. Explore scientific principles behind Native innovations and technologies that are so ingenious, many remain a part of our daily lives.
Eataly NYC Downtown
Westfield World Trade Center Oculus 185 Greenwich Street, New York, NYThe 40,000 square feet outpost of Italian marketplace Eataly is focused on bread, but you can also find delizioso pizza, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, pasta, rotisserie chicken, chocolate, gelato and (post-pandemic) weekend kids cooking classes. Choose from five restaurants, nine take-away counters (including gelato), two caffès, and one wine bar. Shop more than 10,000 high-quality…
XO World & XO Play
One World Trade Center 285 Fulton Street Lower Manhattan, New York, New YorkXO WORLD (outside One World Trade Center) features a giant globe and 12 foot “Jack” from the game of Jacks (the “X” with crossed arms attached to the spoke to represent love). Created by Daniel Anderson, an internationally recognized artist inspired by children’s natural acceptance of others regardless of race, gender, age, or religious…
Dubuffet Sculpture
Fosun Plaza 28 Liberty Street, New York, NYAn office tower plaza features a dynamic Jean Dubuffet sculpture and a peaceful Noguchi rock garden fountain.
Staten Island Ferry
Whitehall Terminal 4 Whitehall Street, New York, NYTake a free ferry ride from Whitehall Terminal in Lower Manhattan to Staten Island and back for great views of The Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan & Brooklyn skylines. 25 minute trips (1 hour round trip) depart every half hour (every fifteen minutes during rush hour). Masks required. For a quicker trip, take the…
Battery Playscape
Battery Park Battery Place (State Street & Whitehall St), New York, NYExplore a new playground with five ecology zones—Bluff, Marsh, Dune, Meadow, and Riverbed– in resilient design, post-Superstorm Sandy when the park survived the full force of the 15-foot storm surge and became a focal point of sea level rise. Lyrical patterns of water illuminate the portal, fence, and custom seating. Daylight filters through the punctuated…
Le District
Brookfield Place 220 Vesey Street, New York, NYMangez on freshly made croissants, crepes, frites and more delicious treats in a French shopping district within happening Brookfield Place. Take your treat to the terrace for a view of the French-in-origin Lady Liberty.
Adrienne’s Pizza Bar
Adrienne's Pizza Bar 54 Stone Street, New York, NYEat thin-crust square pies (plus classic round pies, salads, pastas and more) on indoor and outdoor seating overlooking historic, cobbled Stone Street at this casual yet classy pizzeria.
Seaglass Carousel
Battery Park Battery Place (State Street & Whitehall St), New York, NYSpin under the sea in an aquatic carousel in historic Battery Park. Sit within iridescent fiberglass fish that glide through a (covered) spiraling nautilus of glass and steel. LED color-changing lighting combined with “water effect” light projectors and oceanic music create a magical underwater atmosphere for kids of all ages. Purchase tickets at the carousel…
National Museum of the American Indian–New York
National Museum of the American Indian - New York One Bowling Green, New York, NYAll ages can learn about the culture and contributions of Native Americans at the engaging New York branch of this DC museum. HIGHLIGHTS: 🌽 Interactive, family-friendly imagiNATIONS Activity Center 🪶 Comprehensive Infinity of Nations: Art and History in the Collections of the National Museum of the American Indian CURRENT EXHIBITS: 👽 Site-specific comic-inspired Jeffrey…
The Statue of Liberty
Battery Park Battery Place (State Street & Whitehall St), New York, NYTake a ferry to Liberty Island, home of the iconic statue. After a lovely 15-minute boat ride with amazing views and no crowds. Walk among paved, stroller-friendly paths and relax in shady grassy areas. Reserve tickets in advance to guarantee access to the Statue of Liberty Pedestal (crown tours not currently available) At the Statue…
One World Observatory
One World Trade Center 285 Fulton Street Lower Manhattan, New York, New YorkElevators climb 102 stories in 47 seconds to the top of the Freedom Tower, the tallest building in America at a symbolic 1,776 feet. Incredible views plus lots of interactive and digital features including immersive audiovisual experiences, a 14-foot wide circular glass disc with high definition footage of the streets 100 floors below and friendly…
The Skyscraper Museum
The Skyscraper Museum 39 Battery Place, New York, NYCelebrate NYC's rich vertical architectural heritage in a small but very cool stainless-steel space. HIGHLIGHTS: 🌇 A 36-foot long history of height from the pyramids to the present 🌇 Detailed mini-Manhattan models 🌇 Scale models of the world's tallest building CURRENT EXHIBITS: 🌇 Residential Rising: Lower Manhattan, 2000-2022 ⭐️ Join free, hands-on family…
Wyatt Kahn: Life in the Abstract
City Hall Park Broadway & Chambers Street Lower Manhattan, New York, New YorkSeven monumental sculptures fabricated in Cor-Ten steel by New York artist Wyatt Kahn juxtaposes components abstract forms with “readymade” items like eyeglasses, clock, comb, hand, foot and other elements from domestic life. The artist translated seventeen line drawings into large welded steel blocks and arranged them in ways that suggest imaginative narrative compositions. Good for…
Wizard Tea & Potion Making
The Cauldron 47 Stone St, New York, NYA two-floor, wizard-themed bar and restaurant with indoor dining and outdoor terrace seating on the cobblestones of historic Stone Street hosts interactive experiences perfect for Harry Potter fans. Don a provided robe and use a hi-tech magic wand to cast a pouring spell to receive a welcome drink from the maw of a magical creature.…
Monet’s Garden
Monet's Garden 20 Wall Street, New York, NYTake an immersive 360-degree journey through the history and works of one of the greatest artists of the past century. Through state-of-the-art multimedia technology, enter the world famous artworks of the Impressionist painter Claude Monet. Elaborate installations and projections, combined with music, create rushing worlds of color and make the paintings come alive. Explore Monet's…
Governors Island Winter Village
Governors Island Governors Island, New York, NYEnjoy seasonal activities, festive winter lights, games and food and drinks alongside warming fire pits. Explore winter arts and cultural programming amid a sparkling display of holiday lights and a historic Coast Guard-era fire truck photo-op. Play lawn games like cornhole, can jam and giant Jenga. ⛸ Spin on a 5,000-square foot outdoor skating rink…
The Rink at Brookfield Place
Brookfield Place 220 Vesey Street, New York, NYSkate on a small rink overlooking New York Harbor with incredible views. Uncovered and windy so dress accordingly. Skate aids and pushable sit-down sleighs for small beginners available for $15 ($20 on weekend). Sign up for one hour sessions. Private and group learn to skate and hockey lessons available. Eat at an array of yummy…
Gustav Klimt: Gold in Motion
Hall des Lumières 49 Chambers St, New York, NYTake a multi-sensory journey through the golden, sensuous and revolutionary art of the Viennese painter Austrian painter Gustav Klimt. Be immersed in his iconic works, projected on marble walls, towering columns, stained glass skylights and coved ceilings of a historic former bank using unique, cutting-edge mapping technology, synchronized to an original soundtrack. The first exhibit…
Pulse Portal
Brookfield Place 220 Vesey Street, New York, NYExplore Davis McCarty’s iridescent installation, Pulse Portal, on the Waterfront Plaza at Brookfield Place. Walk around the gemstones or through the dichromatic archway and view the rainbow palette of colored shadows that move throughout the day powered by sunlight. Pulse Portal is built from NASA developed materials where colors transform as the angle of the…
Twilight Winter Bird Stroll
Governors Island Governors Island, New York, NYMeet the winter birds of Governors Island with NYC Audubon. Nearly 240 bird species have been spotted on the island, which provides excellent habitat all year round. Discover all of the bird life the island has to offer this winter. The group will meet at 3pm at Soissons Landing. Free with registration;
Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music
The Seaport Fulton & Front Streets, New York, NYJoin South Street Seaport Museum in person or virtually for a round-robin of shared sea songs, featuring members of The New York Packet and friends. Listen in, lead or request a song, and belt out the choruses. See our guide to the Seaport.
Governors Island Ice Sculpture Show
Governors Island Governors Island, New York, NYJoin an exciting afternoon of live ice carving from skilled ice artists. Enjoy everything the Winter Village has to offer and help choose the winner at the end of the event. Food available for purchase includes Little Eva’s seasonal menu, with warm drinks and new takes on classic comfort food like brats, vegan chili,…