21 ENGAGING THINGS TO DO IN NYC WITH TEENS

As it turns out, there are so many things to do in New York City with teens, it can kind of get overwhelming trying to narrow down what to do.

This is not one of those overwhelming lists of 101 things to do in NYC with teens, but a highly curated list based upon the real-life experience of our family, and why our older kids liked them.

What to do in New York City with Teens?

Here are our favourite teen-friendly attractions in NYC and a few hidden gems for those families who like to discover something new. Learn more

Take a Walking Tour of Greenwich Village (with Cupcakes)

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Bike Around Central Park

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Visit the MET: Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Visit MOMA: The Museum of Modern Art

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Check Out Top of the Rock View

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