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The best things to do in New York City with kids
Check out these attractions, museums, playgrounds and more things to do in New York with kids.
American Museum of Natural History
In this museum that draws visitors from all over the world, museum-goers could wonder at the displays all day long, from learning about species in the Hall of Biodiversity, to walking under the giant whale in the Hall of Ocean Life. The museum has sleepover offerings for kids interested in sleeping under the giant whale.
Governors Island
This former military base of brick buildings and lawns feels like a New England college transported to an island. Jump into a boat and you'll be transported to a park-like background with winding paths and play zones and lots of local food. It comes alive in the heat of the summer,when cooling ocean winds make a visit to Governors Island a good idea.
Central Park
Central Park's unique history, accessibility and design make it New York City's most famous park. As the first public park built in the US, it sees about 25 million visitors per year and contains36 bridges and arches. Perhaps most important to families, the park contains 21 playgrounds, and the Central Park Zoo.
New Victory Theater
The moment the curtain rises in this theater, kids sense something truly amazing—the NewVic brings Broadway-quality productions ( 演出) to a young crowd. These family-friendly productions are from all over the world, with fantastic stories that feature everything from new plays to classics designed with specific age groups in mind—preschoolers, grade-schoolers, and teens.
21. What can kids do at Governors Island?
A. Walk on the bridges. B. Spend a night under a big whale.
C. Enjoy some delicious local food. D. Listen to good age-related stories.
22. What do American Museum of Natural History and Central Park have in common?
A. They have good shows at night. B. They were former military bases.
C. They have special animal designs. D. They may attract animal-lovers.
23. What can prove the attraction of New Victory Theater?
A. It puts on good-quality shows. B. It has a university background.
C. It fully shows animals’ diversity. D. It has 25 million visitors a year.
