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For less crowds and a chiller vibe, stay in Brooklyn with the family! Great restaurants near playgrounds. Walkable neighborhoods with cute shops. A smaller botanical garden and zoo that are great for young kids.
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Day 1: Brooklyn Bridge Park
Grab a Bagel at La Bagel Delight and head to the Main Street Playground.
Take some great pics at Jane's Carousel.
Keep walking along the water and check out the promenade. The kids will love all the space and there are multiple playgrounds. Pier 6 playground is a must!
Take the Ferry along the East River.
Grab a slice of pizza at Juliana's then head to NY Transit Museum or Brooklyn Cat Cafe.
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Day 2: Prospect Park
Start at Polly's Cafe.
Visit Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Prospect Park Zoo.
Refuel at Agi's Counter.
Head to Brooklyn Museum.
End the night with Ramen at Chuko.
Day 3: Industry City, Park Slope & Fort Greene
Head to Industry City: Located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Fun and loud art exhibits, great shopping, and some of the best Japanese food in the city. Tons of open space for kids to run around. In the summer there will be outdoor movies and night markets. In the winter bring the kids to the ice rink!
Need a pick me up? Check out Velvette Brew in Park slope or Park Slope Ale House. Around the corner is PuppetWorks. They offer two puppet shows a day on the weekends.
Kids still not tired? Go to Fort Greene Park and grab dinner afterwards at Miss Ada or Cafe Paulette.
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