If you are planning a trip with kids in New York City you may want to know about some of the best experiences that you can have as a family. Keep some of these top locations in mind for exploring as a family on your next day off or during your vacation:

The Bronx zoo: The Bronx zoo is a place that’s designed for kids of all ages and for adults as well. With more than 4000 animals that you can see throughout the course of the day there are some unique experiences that you can only have in New York at this zoo.

The Sea, Air and Space Museum: This is one of the best collections of historic aircraft from across the United States. There are specimens here from World War II, the Vietnam War and the Cold War. One of the favorites for children is a 40 foot submarine it kids over the age of six can file into and see all the internal components.

Brooklyn Bridge Park: Known for its iconic merry-go-round from the year 1922, this beautiful location features two-story slides, a water jet field and more that can be a popular choice for many kids. The whole area has been restored making it a safe and friendly place for kids. The city’s largest sandboxes also found here for some younger kids!

The children’s Museum: the children’s Museum of Manhattan is a location that’s bound to appeal to kids young and old. It’s one of the best places to take kids between the ages of 2-10. There’s an area called the lab which is perfect for kids to finger paint make collages and more. The area has a series of workshops which are designed for the whole family.

Keep some of these top options in mind for your kids in New York.