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Family Friendly 5-Day Itinerary in New York

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Day 1: Central Park Fun

New York, USA

9:00AM

Rent Bikes at Central Park

Start your day by renting bikes to explore the vast and picturesque Central Park with your family.
Walk to the nearest bike rental station inside the park. It takes around 10 minutes.
Varies, 2 hours

12:00PM

Picnic at Sheep Meadow

Enjoy a relaxing picnic at Sheep Meadow, a popular spot for families to unwind and enjoy the scenery.
Walk to Sheep Meadow from the bike rental area. It takes approximately 15 minutes.
Cost of picnic supplies, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Central Park Zoo

Visit the Central Park Zoo to see a variety of animals and enjoy family-friendly exhibits.
Walk to the zoo from Sheep Meadow. It's a short 5-minute walk.
Adults: £20, Children: £15, 2 hours
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Day 2: Times Square Excitement

New York, USA

10:00AM

Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Begin your day at Ripley's Believe It or Not! museum, filled with oddities and interactive exhibits for all ages.
Take the subway to Times Square. It's a 20-minute ride.
Adults: £32, Children: £25, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Junior's Restaurant

Head to Junior's Restaurant for some delicious comfort food, including their famous cheesecake.
Walk to Junior's Restaurant from Ripley's. It's a 10-minute walk.
Varies, 1 hour

3:00PM

Broadway Workshop

Participate in a family-friendly Broadway workshop to learn about the magic of theatre.
Walk to the workshop location in Times Square. It's a short 5-minute walk.
£50 per person, 2 hours
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Day 3: Statue of Liberty Adventure

New York, USA

9:00AM

Ferry to Statue of Liberty

Take a ferry to visit the iconic Statue of Liberty and enjoy stunning views of the city skyline.
Take the subway to Battery Park to catch the ferry. Allow 30 minutes for the journey.
Adults: £18.50, Children: £9, 4 hours

1:00PM

Ellis Island Immigration Museum

Explore Ellis Island Immigration Museum to learn about the history of immigration in the United States.
Take a short ferry ride from the Statue of Liberty to Ellis Island.
Adults: £18, Children: £9, 2 hours

4:00PM

Dinner at Battery Gardens

Enjoy dinner at Battery Gardens with a view of the Statue of Liberty and the waterfront.
Walk to Battery Gardens from Ellis Island. It's a 10-minute walk.
Varies, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Museum Exploration

New York, USA

10:00AM

American Museum of Natural History

Spend the day exploring the exhibits at the American Museum of Natural History, perfect for kids and adults alike.
Take the subway to the museum. It's a 30-minute ride.
Suggested donation: £23 per adult, 4 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Shake Shack

Grab a delicious burger and shake at Shake Shack, a favourite spot for families.
Walk to the nearest Shake Shack from the museum. It's a 5-minute walk.
Varies, 1 hour

3:30PM

Central Park Carousel

End the day with a ride on the historic Central Park Carousel, a classic New York experience.
Take a leisurely walk to Central Park from Shake Shack. It's a 15-minute walk.
£3 per ride, 30 minutes
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Day 5: Broadway Magic

New York, USA

11:00AM

Broadway Walking Tour

Embark on a guided walking tour of Broadway to learn about its history and iconic theatres.
Take the subway to the starting point of the tour. Allow 45 minutes for the journey.
£30 per person, 2 hours

2:00PM

Matinee Show

Catch a family-friendly matinee show on Broadway for a magical theatre experience.
Walk to the theatre from the end point of the walking tour. It's a 10-minute walk.
Varies, 3 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Ellen's Stardust Diner

Enjoy dinner at Ellen's Stardust Diner where the waitstaff are also talented singers who perform during your meal.
Walk to Ellen's Stardust Diner from the theatre. It's a 5-minute walk.
Varies, 1.5 hours
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