Burn off some energy at Wollman Rink, located at Central Park South and Sixth Avenue. Nestled below the skyscrapers in Central Park, Wollman Rink is designed for both beginner and more advanced ice skaters. It features an 8,000 square foot skate tent and warming area for breaks. Wollman Rink's season begins in October and, as of October 2010, rates for children under 11 is $5.50 to $5.75, plus a $6.25 skate rental if necessary.
Wollman Ice Rink, Central Park
Sixth Avenue at 59th Street
New York, NY 10021
212-439-6900
wollmanskatingrink.com
Manhattan's Upper East Side is home to the Carlyle Hotel. This sophisticated hotel may sound like no place for a 5-year-old; however, on Saturdays the hotel offers a children's tea party inspired by the "Madeline" book series. The tea party begins at 12:30 and, as of October 2010, costs $40 a person and $20 for children under 3. Designed for children ages 3 to 12, the tea party features snacks such as scones, banana splits and cupcakes.
Carlyle Hotel
35 East 76th St.
New York, NY
212-744-1600
newyorkkids.timeout.com/events/around-town/14471/madelines-tea
The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum is located on the Intrepid, a 900-foot long aircraft carrier. Open since 1982, the museum features exhibits such as an A-6 Cockpit Simulator. At Exploreum Hall on the Hangar Deck, kids can learn how the Intrepid stays afloat and about life at sea for sailors. On the flight deck, kids check out an aircraft collection from World War II and the Cold War. As of October 2010, general admission prices are $17 to $22 and free for children under 3 and active or retired military. The Intrepid can be reached via car or subway from the 42nd Street stop from the A, C, E, N, Q, R, S, W, 1, 2, 3, 7 or 9 trains.
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, Pier 86
West 46th Street and 12th Avenue
New York, NY 10036
877-957-7447
intrepidmuseum.org
