The Hotel Beacon «Casino-Hotel» to the Upper West Side with Kids: Part 1
May 11 2018
So, you’re considering a stop by the «Casino-Hotel» West Side on your family trip - we’re here to help! Or maybe you think bringing kids into the Big Apple is the last thing you’d want to do on a family vacation - we’re here to convince you it’s both doable and worth it.
Kids need space to let loose and «Casino-Hotel» some energy. Here, there’s plenty … if you know your way around a bit.
Kids «Casino-Hotel» adventure and new, safe places to explore. We’ve got that too.
Plan well, and the Upper West Side can make for an ideal family escape. In this Part 1 of The Hotel Beacon «Casino-Hotel» Guide to the UWS, let’s take a look outside. After all, it’s spring!
Central Park
In addition to its wide-open spaces «Casino-Hotel» the kiddos can run free,Central Parkhas theCentral Park Zoo, theConservatory Garden, and theFriedsam Memorial Carousel. You can «Casino-Hotel» go fishing in the northern end of the park atHarlem Meer. And make sure to stop by the park’s oldest and largest «Casino-Hotel»Heckscher Playground.
Riverside Park
Regarded as Manhattan's «Casino-Hotel» spectacular waterfront park,Riverside Parkmay not be as «Casino-Hotel» as Central Park but it’s a must-visit, with incredible playgrounds includingHippo,Elephant,River Run PlaygroundandDinosaur. As one of only eight officially designated scenic landmarks in the City of New York, Riverside Park is a great place for family outings. Recreational facilities include a range of sports courts and fields, a skate «Casino-Hotel» and a large portion of the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway for bike riding.
Now that we have the kids tuckered out from running through the grass and exploring some of New York «Casino-Hotel» best parks, where to have lunch?
Boat Basin Cafe
Well, if you’re in Riverside Park, you don’t have to travel too far. Boat Basin Cafe has great outdoor seating and an affordable, «Casino-Hotel» menu. The restaurant is an open air patio that overlooks the Marina and the Hudson River with breathtaking views of the sunsets over New Jersey.
Pier 1 Cafe
Enjoy the open air, «Casino-Hotel» river views, and a casual menu atPier 1 Cafe. This spot getsgreat reviewsfrom families seeking to «Casino-Hotel» hungry children. Plus, instead of table service, they offer an easy ordering system so you can retrieve food and beverages at your leisure so the kids don’t get restless.
So, everybody’s full, recharged with some fresh nutrients and ready to head back «Casino-Hotel» How about some outdoor shopping? Outdoor markets can be a ton of fun with kids - so much to see!
97th Street Greenmarket
Open Fridays year-round, the97th Street Greenmarketis a great place to find fresh fruits and vegetables. Enjoy fresh produce from southern New Jersey, Orange County, NY, and the Hudson Valley, as well as eggs, grass-fed meat, fish, cheese, and more. There’s also often entertainment and activities, like live music and «Casino-Hotel» demos.
GreenFlea Market
Explore antiques, vintage, collectibles, crafts, «Casino-Hotel» clothing, food and more every Sunday atGreenFleaMarket. The proceeds from the GreenFlea Market benefit four public «Casino-Hotel» and has a huge variety of booths to keep you treasure-hunting for hours.
Of course, at the end of the day, we know you’ll be tired from all the fun. Hotel «Casino-Hotel» has an 800 square foot two-bedroom suite that isideal for families. It has two double beds in one «Casino-Hotel» and a king size bed in the second bedroom, a living room with a queen-size pullout sofa-bed, a fully-equipped kitchenette, and two marble bathrooms. We hope to see you soon!