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Planning a family vacation to NYC? Kid Meets City finds unique activities that cater to your child’s individual interests/latest obsession while being fun for the whole family. Also sharing family-friendly hotels & accommodations, kid-friendly restaurants ideas and the occasional cool souvenir. Enjoy!

The Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre

The Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre

Tucked away on the west side of Central Park you’ll find one of my very favorite hidden gems: the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre. Perfect for the little who may need a break from running around Central Park or the American Museum of Natural History, which is quite close by. And with tickets between $8-$12, it’s one of the best deals in town. Put it on your list, especially if your kiddos are on the younger side (I think ages 3-8 is ideal for marionettes).

Location:

West 79th St. and West Drive (enter the park at 81st Street and Central Park West)

Photo credit: City Parks Foundation

A Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunt

A Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunt

A Green Place to Be: The Creation of Central Park

A Green Place to Be: The Creation of Central Park