Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Long Beach

"The Metropolitan Museum of Art The Met is one of the biggest museums in the world, and if you only see one museum in New York, I recommend this one. It has a wide array of art, historical artifacts, photographs, and other exhibits. There’s even a real Egyptian tomb in here!. I like its expansive impressionist and Greek exhibits."

"NYC is full of amazing museums and while not all museums are not free every day, they should still be on your list as one of the top things to do during your visit!. On Fridays from 5 PM-7 PM they hold a happy hour and then its free admission to the galleries from 7 PM – 9 PM. Free for all visitors."

"Known simply as "the Met," this museum offers an unparalleled view of the world, all under one roof. In total, the Met's collections include more than two million works of art that span over five thousand years of history."

"For a classic capture of the Brooklyn Bridge, head to Pebble Beach in the riverside Brooklyn neighborhood of Dumbo, which gives you an uninterrupted view of the length of the bridge with the Manhattan skyline as its backdrop. Sunset is the best time to snap your photo, with the glow of twilight behind the city, but be warned that you’ll likely be competing with a wedding party or two. If your style is more artistic, walk up onto the bridge itself for a picture of its magnificent cabled arches (just stick to the left-hand side of the walkway, otherwise you might get plowed over by a cyclist)."

"Walk the Brooklyn Bridge Right near City Hall (see the next entry), the Brooklyn Bridge offers an easy 25-minute walk into Brooklyn and the waterfront park on the other side. Stopping to take photos and meandering along the way will make the walk about 40 minutes. You get a lot of wonderful views of downtown as you make your way across (and especially from the park). I enjoy doing this walk at night when downtown Manhattan is all lit up."

"4 Stars | The New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge is not exactly a bargain. But if you’re looking for a hotel near the legendary Brooklyn Bridge, you should check it out anyway. That’s because the location is perfect, the rooms are large and bright – and the view out on the is glorious!"

"Financial DistrictHere, you’ll find a moving recollection of the 2001 tragedy, presenting a terrifying selection of salvaged artifacts and a sensitive narrative of events. The 9/11 Tribute Museum tells the story of the tragic day from the perspective of the people who experienced it, with regular live talks by volunteers.Adults $26, teens $20, youth (7-12) $15"

"The National September 11 Memorial has been constructed in honor to those who were killed in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The names of those who died are engraved in two bronze panels flanking the Memorial pools. The pools are each nearly an acre in size and mark the footprints of the Twin Towers that once stood on that site."

"Once you’ve crossed, take a seat somewhere in Brooklyn Bridge Park and watch the sun go down for an epic sunset and stunning views of Downtown Manhattan. For dinner, the world is your oyster – this is New York, after all, one of the best places to eat in the world. If you didn’t have pizza earlier, I recommend Juliana’s – the pizza is even better than next-door Grimaldi’s (in fact, it was voted the best pizzeria in the entire U.S. in 2015 on TripAdvisor) but it’s not often in the guidebooks so there’s usually no line. If you do this, be sure to save room for dessert at the delicious Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory just down the street."

"Another of New York’s more modern innovations, Brooklyn Bridge Park has taken what was once a lifeless chunk of Brooklyn’s waterfront and transformed it into a delightful expanse full of energy. The highlight — by far — is the spectacular views of Manhattan, which accompanies you as you navigate the various sections and unique attractions. The over 80-acre expanse houses Jane’s Carousel (a restored merry-go-round from the 1920s), sports fields, playgrounds, basketball courts, and skating rinks."

"This 85-acre park is one of Brooklyn’s best-loved attractions. Wrapping itself around a 1.3-mile bend on the East River, it runs from just beyond the far side of the Manhattan Bridge in Dumbo to the west end of Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn Heights. It's revitalized a once-barren stretch of shoreline, turning a series of abandoned piers into beautifully landscaped parkland with jaw-dropping views of Manhattan. There's lots to see and do here, with playgrounds, walkways and lawns galore."

"Opened in 2016, Liberty Park is located south of One World Trade Center. The raised park provides an elevated view of the National September 11 Memorial. At the center of Liberty Park is The Sphere. The 25-foot-tall sculpture once stood in the plaza between the Twin Towers."

"Located in Manhattan’s Lower East Side on Orchard Street, just a short walk from the Delancey Street subway station, Whipped – Urban Dessert Lab serves up housemade oat milk soft-serve ice cream in classic flavors: Chocolate, Sweet Creme (think of this as an elevated vanilla), and a twist of both. On its own, Whipped’s dairy-free soft-serve is creamier than New Yorkers’ favorite soft-serve on wheels, Mister Softee, and missing the ice shard-speckled texture that’s so frequently found in other vegan ice creams. I want my ice cream cold, not dangerous."

"With up to 75% of the African American community being lactose intolerant, sisters Courtney Blagrove & Zan B.R. initially founded Whipped Urban Dessert Lab as an ice cream option for those in search of dairy-free choices. The result is a creamy and wonderful treat made solely from oat-milk and offered in menu items like Salted Pecan (coated with crushed salted pecans) and Strawberry Shortcake (coated with strawberry crumble & strawberry sauce)."

"Sweet Dynasty’s scoops are creamy, delicious bites that don’t fall into overly-sweet territory. The range of flavors — all concocted in the back of the tiny shop, as the owner will proudly say — include taro, milk tea, and a nutty black sesame that’s a crowd-favorite all year long. The shop is open Monday through Friday from 2 p.m."

"Trendy and boutique hotels are often found in areas like Williamsburg and Carroll Gardens. Hostels and Airbnb options are also popular with savvy travelers."

"But this microbrewery in Prospect Lefferts Gardens also makes its own craft beers. Pair the two on their mural-covered outdoor patio on Nostrand Avenue, and we guarantee you’ll start to feel the fun side of your personality begin to thaw out for the spring. View this post on Instagram"

"Canning IPAs: MonthlyWhere to find them: Brewery, select retail locations. You wouldn’t expect a brewery with the lofty aspiration uniting New York City’s huge and diverse population to be located on an industrial street lined with auto repair shops in southern Brooklyn, where large crowds of customers in the area are typically found on the checkout lines at Costco, but take a trip to Five Boroughs’ colossal taproom in Sunset Park and you’ll get the sense that Kevin O’Donnell and Blake Tomnitz, who opened the business in late 2017, might be onto something. On my most recent visit, the space was percolating with a lively mix of longtime neighborhood locals, beer fiends, young families (with dogs!), and blue-collar workers enjoying the range of solid, approachable beers of brewer Nick Griffin, from the snappy Pilsner to the tart Gose and session-strength Tiny Juicy IPA. While the names of core offerings are perhaps too plain for today’s beer world, it’s the monikers and labels of limited murky IPAs, typically dropped once a month and around long enough to land with ease, that pay explicit homage to the metropolis, including Across the Narrows, Live From New York, and Insufficient Fare (don’t be tempted to “hop” that turnstile)!"

"The huge interior offers plenty of space, party games, but most importantly, amazing beer. You can enjoy everything from pilsners and IPA’s to lagers and seasonal specialties in their Sunset Park Taproom. And you know it’s good because it’s all made right in Brooklyn."

"If you’re into beer, you already know about Evil Twin’s first-ever taproom in Ridgewood, a block from the Halsey L stop. You might not know that they’re heated courtyard is open seven days per week. Just note that there’s no food in here, but you can bring your own snacks (or a whole pizza, for example) and stop by one of the rotating food trucks parked out front."

"Yes, this market does have a $1 gate fee, but it goes towards maintaining the grounds where 135 vendors can sell you their cool stuff. Around for almost 40 years, this market has both local and international vendors so you can find the most unique pieces for your place. Sat - Sun 6:30 am 6 pm / Uptown Side of West 25th Street between Broadway and Sixth Avenue."

"Rain or shine, the Chelsea Flea Market is the perfect place to look for antiques, collectibles, and vintage items with 5o-60 vendors filling the space. Location: 29 West 25th Street, New York NY 10010. Days/Times: Every Saturday and Sunday, 8am to 5pm"

"Not only are the donuts amazing, but the owner, “The Donutologist” has the personality to match. You can tell this man has a passion for wha..."

"Located in Bay Ridge, Darn Donuts has been making fresh, gourmet doughnuts daily since 2016. It specializes in one-of-a-kind flavors including caramel apple pie, fruity pebble, pumpkin pie, and salted caramel and pretzels. New flavors are released often, so be sure to keep an eye out."

"With flavors such as peanut butter and jelly, key lime pie, and cheesecake it’s almost an insult to pick just one donut. Live life to the fullest, and order a dozen. Looking for a more insane donut?"