Ultimate 1-Day Family Adventure in New York City

Day 1: Family NYC Adventure

New York City, USA

8:00AM

Breakfast at Balthazar

Start your day with a delightful French breakfast at Balthazar in SoHo, known for its delicious pastries and classic dishes such as croissants and omelettes.
Take the subway to Spring Street Station and walk a few minutes to Balthazar.
USD30, 1 hour

9:30AM

Explore Central Park

After breakfast, head uptown to Central Park where you can walk, visit the Central Park Zoo, or rent bikes for a fun family ride through the iconic landscape.
Take the subway from Spring Street to 59th Street – Columbus Circle.
USD20, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Shake Shack

Enjoy a casual lunch at Shake Shack in Madison Square Park, famous for its mouth-watering burgers and freshly made custard shakes.
Walk to Shake Shack in Madison Square Park, take in the sights along the way.
USD50, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit the American Museum of Natural History

Dive into a world of wonders at the American Museum of Natural History, where kids and adults alike will be amazed by dinosaur fossils and the stunning planetarium.
Take the subway uptown from Madison Square Park to 81st Street – Museum of Natural History.
USD80 (family ticket), 2.5 hours

4:00PM

Explore Times Square

Next, immerse yourself in the bright lights of Times Square, where you can enjoy street performances and shop at iconic stores.
Take the subway or a taxi to Times Square.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:30PM

Dinner at Carmine's Italian Restaurant

End your day with a family-style dinner at Carmine’s, where you can indulge in hearty Italian dishes that ensure everyone leaves satisfied.
Walk to Carmine's, just a short distance from Times Square.
USD120, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Broadway Show

Cap off your amazing day with an unforgettable family-friendly Broadway show, where the magic of theatre brings great stories to life.
Walk to one of the nearby theatres in the Broadway district.
USD300 (approximate family tickets), 2.5 hours
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