Where to take the kids in NYC

It’s summer in New York City, which means tourists are everywhere. Some of them may even be your good friends, who are wondering where they should take their children in the city. Heck, you may have kids and still be stumped by the question.

What would a 12 year-old boy like? Who knows! A toddler? If you have one, you probably haven’t slept through the night in three years and remember nothing.

But we polled the parents, aunts and uncles in our newsroom, and they had loads of suggestions for how to have a good time with little ones. Here are some ideas to get you and your guests on your way to a great time in the Big Apple. Go get ‘em!

A day in DUMBO (Brooklyn)

For an action-packed morning before naptime, take the East River Ferry to DUMBO and explore Brooklyn Bridge Park, where you can take a ride on Jane’s Carousel for $2. For lunch, head to Shake Shack or Time Out Market, and finish the outing with an ice cream at OddFellow’s. If you’re feeling extra, you can walk across the Brooklyn Bridge; there’s a little stairway at Washington and Prospect streets. Note that the carousel is closed on Tuesdays in summer. Another tip: arrive early to beat the lines and avoid the hordes of people taking selfies.

American Museum of Natural History (Upper West Side)

This is a beloved place to bring kids among the grownups in the newsroom. The only downside is that seemingly the entire city has the same idea, particularly during the summer and on holidays and weekends. If you can deal with crowds, there truly is something for everyone here: sharks, dinosaurs, butterflies, astronomy, movies and way too many gift shops. Some of the exhibitions cost extra, and reservations are strongly recommended, so plan your day before heading here. Tickets start at $28 for out-of-town adults and $16 for kids ages 3-12. Tristate area residents can pay what they wish for admission.

Ancient Playground in Central Park and a…