Things to Do with Kids in Elizabeth, NJ

  • TripBuzz found 569 things to do with kids in or near Elizabeth, New Jersey, including 563 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Brooklyn.
  • From Warinanco Park to Mon River Arts, the Elizabeth area offers 118 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Parks and History Museums.
  • The largest city in Union County, Elizabeth is also the fourth most populated city in all of New Jersey. Popular Science named Elizabeth to be the only New Jersey city as one of 'America's 50 Greenest Cities' in 2008. Involved the Elizabethtown Tract in 1664, the city holds historical significance and maintains a strong historical presence throughout.
  • TripBuzz found 569 things to do with kids in or near Elizabeth, New Jersey, including 563 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Brooklyn.
  • From Warinanco Park to Mon River Arts, the Elizabeth area offers 118 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Parks and History Museums.
  • The largest city in Union County, Elizabeth is also the fourth most populated city in all of New Jersey. Popular Science named Elizabeth to be the only New Jersey city as one of 'America's 50 Greenest Cities' in 2008. Involved the Elizabethtown Tract in 1664, the city holds historical significance and maintains a strong historical presence throughout.
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14.3 Miles
100% 37 votes
Parks Center Blvd. between 50 Ave. and 54 Ave., Long Island City, NY MoreLess Info
A great place to run, Hunter's Point South Park, which is located in Long Island City, New York, once was an abandoned post-industrial spot. The renovated area features a central green, dog run, bikeway and waterside promenade
14.4 Miles
97% 65470 votes
Parks 59th to 110th St., from Central Park West to 5th Ave., New York City, NY 10022 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1980, Central Park covers 843 acres and features gardens, lakes, woodland areas and others. In here there are also playgrounds, sculptures and monuments, bridges, ball fields, as well as other amenities.
14.4 Miles
64% 22 votes
Aquariums 1080 US Hwy 46, Clifton, NJ 07013 MoreLess Info
Absolutely Fish is a large retail fish store housing over 9,000 gallons of marine fish and 5,000 gallons of freshwater fish from around the world. The store also offers school tours and classes for children.
14.5 Miles
86% 207 votes
Theaters 2124 Broadway, New York City, NY 10023 MoreLess Info
Guests of the Beacon Theatre will be able to enjoy a variety of performances, include live music and comedy shows from performers like Nick Offerman and Dane Cook. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at this location.
14.5 Miles
100% 7 votes
Water Parks 4-10 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11109 MoreLess Info
With a 13,000 square foot pavilion stocked with concessions, Hunters Point South Waterfront Park has a number of comforts and amenities, including a dog run, a bikeway, volleyball courts, fitness equipment, and playgrounds.
14.7 Miles
75% 323 votes
Beaches Brightwater Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11235 MoreLess Info
More than just an oceanfront community, Brighton Beach, is home to the largest native Russian community in the United States. Visitors are treated to an extraordinary beach with stunning views, a wide sandy beach and gentle surf.
14.7 Miles
66% 1887 votes
Zoos 830 Fifth Avenue, New York City, NY 10021 MoreLess Info
The Central Park Zoo is a 6.5-acre zoo that features mammals such as sea lions and red pandas. The site, which also contains Gentoo penguins, also features a 4-D theater and the Allison Maher Stern Snow Leopard Exhibit.
14.8 Miles
83% 10739 votes
Natural History Museums 79th Street and Central Park West, New York City, NY 10024 MoreLess Info
Over 32 million artifacts are housed in 27 interconnected buildings at the American Museum of Natural History making it one of the largest museums in the world. Some of the more prominent permanent exhibits include Akeley Hall of African Mammals, Arthur Ross Hall of Meteorites, Milstein Hall of Ocean Life.
14.9 Miles
81% 57 votes
Bay Brooklyn, NY MoreLess Info
Sheepshead Bay is located between the mainland of Brooklyn and Coney Island. Visitors of this location can charter boats for fishing and partying or visit one of the location's restaurants.
14.9 Miles
85% 277 votes
Observatories & Planetariums Central Park West and 79th Street, New York City, NY 10024 MoreLess Info
Operating out of the Department of Astrophysics at the American Museum of Natural History, the Hayden Planetarium offers exhibits that help guests to understand the natural world. Directed by famous scientist Neil deGrasse Tyson, the location's staff members include Bill Nye the Science Guy.
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