Because we have the subway—and we're not afraid to use it
Because we have amazing museums for families
Because our kids' menu rock
Because our parks double as our backyards
Because we come together in crisis
Because we're always looking to the future
Because kids can have a sleepover at the Intrepid...
Because the city is full of no-cost family entertainment
Because we're a 24/7 town
Because we have a thriving children's theater scene
Because we have the world's best pizza
Because we'll do whatever it takes to get our kids into the best summer program
Because your family can eat their way around the world without leaving the five boroughs
Because our playgrounds are awesome and they're everywhere
Because we see some of the world's biggest sights on a daily basis
Because we can walk most places
Because we can "buy" an apartment in NYC for $50
Because our kids have hundreds of extra-curricular classes to choose from
Because of our iconic skyline
Because we still have mom-and-pop toy stores
Because we know that hosting a playdate in your own place is for rookies
Because our kids are exposed to all types of cultures
Because we have incredible arts programs
Because even though this is a pulsating metropolis, you can go catch-and-release fishing
Because it builds character, dammit!
Scroll through our slide show which lists 25 reasons why New York City is the best city in the world to raise a family.
From pictures of iconic family attractions like Grand Central and Central Park to images of kids spending time at city play spaces and museums, our slide show highlights 25 reasons why NYC is the best city in the world to raise kids. After you've looked through our images, tweet us at @timeoutkids to let us know if you agree with our reasons or think we left something off!
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