If you're thinking about taking a family vacation to New York City or if you live in or near the New York Metro area and are looking for affordable things to do with your kids, we have some great ideas for you. If you are from out of town, you should know there is no better place to come with family than the City of New York. Not only is it huge, so you'll have stuff to do for days, but there are so many activities that don't require a huge investment and are actually quite affordable for any family–big or small–to do together.
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New York may be an expensive city, but it's also a family-friendly city and there are plenty of free and cheap activities, events and places to visit. In fact, many attractions actually have weekly events just for families that won't cost you a dime. If you plan out your visit to NYC, you'll be sure to partake in some of these great and educational activities. And they won't break your bank!
If you live in the New York Metro area, what are you waiting for to try ALL of these during the week if your kids are on vacation or during the weekends other times? Or if you're a working parent, try to plan some of these for weekends spread out over the year. You'll always have ideas on hand to do in the City and you can make your weekends exciting and even educational!
Click through the gallery to see 40 free or cheap things to do with kids of all ages in New York City.