Things to Do with Kids in Paterson, NJ

  • TripBuzz found 566 things to do with kids in or near Paterson, New Jersey, including 561 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Bronx and Flushing.
  • From Paul's Bar & Bowling to Paterson Museum, the Paterson area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Movie Theaters, Arts & Crafts Classes and History Museums.
  • With a population of nearly 150,000 people, Paterson is New Jersey's third most populous city and the nation's second most dense city, just behind New York City. Only 45 minutes from downtown Manhattan, Paterson has a prominent view of the city's sky line, which is a big attraction to the area.
  • TripBuzz found 566 things to do with kids in or near Paterson, New Jersey, including 561 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Bronx and Flushing.
  • From Paul's Bar & Bowling to Paterson Museum, the Paterson area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Movie Theaters, Arts & Crafts Classes and History Museums.
  • With a population of nearly 150,000 people, Paterson is New Jersey's third most populous city and the nation's second most dense city, just behind New York City. Only 45 minutes from downtown Manhattan, Paterson has a prominent view of the city's sky line, which is a big attraction to the area.
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16.9 Miles
74% 117 votes
Parks Broadway & Whitehall Street, New York City, NY 10004 MoreLess Info
Bowling Green is a small public park that previously served as council ground for Native American tribes. This site was also famously the place where Manhattan was purchased by Peter Minuit in 1626.
16.9 Miles
75% 4 votes
Theaters 120 Morris avenue, Summit, NJ 7901 MoreLess Info
The professional ensemble of Dreamcatcher rep theatre builds community with the audience by sharing life-affirming stories in an intimate environment. The theater is small, so all seats are close, without enough slope from seats in front.
16.9 Miles
100% 4 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 2441A US Hwy 22 W, Union, NJ 07083 MoreLess Info
Union Sports Arena boasts the full list of indoor ice rink options, from public skating to competitive hockey. They also have an indoor soccer field, cafe, summer camps, learn to skate, and private lesson programs.
17.0 Miles
73% 661 votes
Historic Sites Fulton & South Streets, Pier 17, New York City, NY 10038 MoreLess Info
At the South Street Seaport, guests will be able to shop at stores ranging from Abercrombie and Fitch and Studio Manhattan to Local Charm and Rialto Jean Project. Visitors of this site can also dine at establishments such as Eddie's Pizza and Carl's Steaks.
17.0 Miles
88% 17030 votes
Statues Liberty Island, New York City, NY 10004 MoreLess Info
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most prominent symbols of American pride in the world. Original gifted to the country by France, visitors of this location can tour its facilities.
17.0 Miles
17% 12 votes
Bowling 1215 E Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469 MoreLess Info
A 48-lane bowling center, Gun Post Lanes offers open and league bowling with shoe rental and bumpers. The center also provides a pro shop, a bar and lounge, party hosting, black light bowling and a snack bar.
17.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 37th Street, Astoria, NY 11105 MoreLess Info
Woodtree Playground is so named for the prominent willow oak trees in the playground. Today, the playground holds dolphin animal art, play equipment with safety surfacing, a sprinkler area and a flagpole with a yardarm.
17.1 Miles
91% 666 votes
Specialty Museums 3601 35th Ave, Astoria, NY 11106 MoreLess Info
The American Museum of the Moving Image is the only institution in the United States that is exclusively focused on the technology, art, and history of television, movies, and video. Screenings of award-winning films are regularly shown at the museum as well.
17.1 Miles
86% 21 votes
National & State Parks Rte 511 (Greenwood Lake Turnpike), West Milford, NJ 7456 MoreLess Info
Long Pond Ironworks State Park pays tribute to the iron workers that started making iron in 1774. The park offers extensive historical information on the area as well as breathtaking views and exceptional hiking.
17.1 Miles
53% 197 votes
Movie Theaters 35-30 38th Street, Astoria, NY 11102 MoreLess Info
Operated by the prestigious Regal Entertainment Group, UA Kaufman Astoria Stadium 14 is a theater that shows the latest blockbuster titles. The movie theater features state of the art digital surround sound, comfortable seating and a full service snack bar. 
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