Fun-filled Day Exploring Central Park with Your Child in Manhattan

Day 1: Central Park with Kid

Manhattan, New York, USA on June 6, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Le Pain Quotidien near 59th Street

Enjoy a wholesome breakfast with kid-friendly options like fresh fruit, pastries, and hot chocolate in this cozy bakery just outside Central Park.
USD20, 1h0m

10:00am

Central Park Zoo

Explore the Central Park Zoo, home to a variety of animals, including penguins and sea lions. The Tisch Children's Zoo offers interactive experiences perfect for kids. Open 10am to 5pm.
USD14 per adult, USD9 per child, 1h30m

11:45am

Alice in Wonderland Statue

Visit the whimsical bronze statue depicting Alice and friends which your child can climb on and play around.
Free, 0h15m

12:15pm

Lunch at The Loeb Boathouse

Dine lakeside with various kid-friendly meals offered; enjoy views of the lake where you can rent rowboats as a post-lunch activity. Open 11:30am to 3:30pm for lunch.
USD40, 1h15m

1:45pm

Row Boating at The Lake

Rent a rowboat at the Loeb Boathouse and enjoy some quality time paddling around Central Park’s beautiful lake, a fun and relaxing activity for both you and your child.
USD20 for 1 hour, 1h0m

3:00pm

Heckscher Playground

Let your child enjoy one of the largest and oldest playgrounds in Central Park, featuring swings, slides, and climbing structures.
Free, 1h0m

4:15pm

Ice Cream at the Corner Bakery

Take a sweet break with some ice cream or kid-friendly snacks just outside the playground area.
USD8, 0h15m

4:45pm

Conservatory Water – Model Boat Sailing

Watch or sail miniature model boats on the pond; you can rent a boat or just enjoy the lively atmosphere popular with families. Open until dusk.
USD5 for boat rental, 0h45m

6:00pm

Dinner at Serafina Broadway

Enjoy an early dinner with Italian kid-friendly dishes near the park’s southeast corner to end your day with tasty and satisfying food.
USD35, 1h0m
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