Since its cultural renaissance in the early 2000s, Brooklyn has become the artistic and entrepreneurial capital of New York City. Home to a diverse and growing population for over 350 years, Brooklyn’s historic landmarks, distinct neighborhoods and exciting attractions make it an urban vacation destination unlike any other. Find your perfect family getaway in the cool part of town, Brooklyn.
In a city bustling with famous attractions, Brooklyn lays claim to some of New York’s most popular things to do. Discover some of the must-see destinations and best things to do with kids in Brooklyn including:
Adventure through 500+ acres of natural wonder in Prospect Park
Tour the oldest aquarium in America, the New York Aquarium
Stop to smell the roses as you explore the Brooklyn Botanical Garden
Play exciting games and ride roller coasters at Coney Island
The whole family will love the diverse and exciting things to do across Brooklyn. From live performances and professional sports to incredible artwork and delicious pizza, check out some of our picks:
Cheer on the Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center
Taste classic dollar NYC pizza at Vinnie’s Pizzeria
Admire a variety of incredible artwork at the Greenpoint Terminal Gallery
Watch a new or classic movie at the Alamo Drafthouse City Point
Enjoy a family-friendly show at the Brooklyn Children’s Theater
With over 350 years of history, Brooklyn is packed with landmarks and sightseeing the whole family will love. Some of the must-see attractions include:
Ride the subway across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge
Take in panoramic view of the Manhattan skyline from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade
Ride the legendary wooden roller coaster the Cyclone in Coney Island
Spend a day relaxing in the sun at Brighton Beach
Take a spin on the historic glass-encased Jane’s Carousel in Dumbo
Brooklyn is an amazing area to explore with kids of all ages. With exciting attractions for all ages, there’s an endless supply of fun things to do in Brooklyn with kids. Animal lovers, thrill seekers and junior Olympians will be right at home in Brooklyn with attractions including:
Make some new animal friends at the Prospect Park Zoo
Check out the thrill rides and carnival games at Luna Park
Dive into the pool at McCarren Park
Catch a free live performance at the Brooklyn Public Library Dweck Center
Having fun with a large group is a piece of cake in Brooklyn. Your kids and their friends or your extended family are sure to love Brooklyn's parks, exciting attractions and live entertainment:
Bring a frisbee and picnic and hit the playgrounds at Empire Fulton Ferry Park
Enjoy a family-friendly show at Puppetworks
Grab your putter for a Brooklyn-themed round of mini golf in Sunset Park
Splash in the public fountains at the Brooklyn Bridge Park Water Lab
Solve the puzzles before you run out of time at Brooklyn Escape Room
Brooklyn is home to world-renowned museums and educational attractions for the whole family to explore. Learn about the subterranean history of the subway system, roller coasters at Coney Island and much more:
Check out the interactive exhibits at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum
Learn about subway history at the New York Transit Museum
Explore varied pieces of New York City ephemera at the City Reliquary
Tour the vast collections at the Brooklyn Historical Society
Watch old attractions come to life at the Coney Island Museum
As a creative hub of the entertainment capital of the world, Brooklyn is a great place to enroll your children in fine and performing arts classes. Check out some of the most sought after ways to inspire your children’s creativity below:
Enroll in a family arts and crafts class at Barking Cat Studio
Grab your brushes and get ready for a painting class at Art Station
Try your hand at a new instrument at the Preschool of Rock
Check out a ballet, tap or hip hop dance class at Spoke the Hub
No matter the weather or the season the family fun never stops in the boroughs. Explore some of the most popular indoor games, activities and things to do in Brooklyn for kids including:
Jump around and enjoy an afternoon of fun on the inflatables at BounceU
Explore the giant, multi-story playgrounds at Curiosity on Court
Drop in for story time at Greenlight bookstore
Build a robot during a maker class at the Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Bowl a few strikes at the Melody Lanes Bowling Center
