The in-person New York Aquarium Camp is back for 2022 and offers aqua-based activities on weekdays for campers from 9am to 3pm. Kids in first and second grade can enjoy Super Sea Creatures where they’ll learn about sea otters and have up-close animal encounters. There’s also Shark Week sessions (sick!) where kiddos can get a behind-the-scenes view of the exhibit with the aquarium’s shark keepers. Third, fourth, and fifth-graders get an equally cool experience: Campers will put their detective hats on to solve ocean mysteries or play architect by designing, building, and testing their own exhibits. And calling all sixth and eighth-grade ocean activists! Work with scientists to create a research investigation centered around the conservation of local marine species. Grades 1-8. Prices start at $440+/week
School’s out for summer! Now what? As a parent juggling, well, everything, you may wonder how to keep your tots entertained—and off the couch—during their three month’s of freedom. There’s always playgrounds and parks, but if you want something a bit more engaging with enjoyable learning opportunities to boot, look no further than the best summer camps NYC kids love.
No surprise, the city has a lot to offer. With so many amazing opportunities for outdoor fun, how’s a parent or kid to choose? We did our best to whittle down the options to create a diverse, well-balanced list, which includes programs at some of the best New York attractions for kids. Want to get in on the action too? Check out the best family camp programs in the city.
It's time to make summer 2021 one for the books!