Places to play, eat and shop with kids in the Hamptons.
We spend a nice chunk of our time in the Hamptons. The beaches are beautiful, the restaurant scene is great and there are a ton of kid-friendly parks and playgrounds to let your kids run around and burn off steam.
If you’re looking to spend a bit of time out East, here are some of my favorite things to do in the Hamptons with kids.
PLAY
The property boasts an outdoor classroom to host children and introduce them to farm roots.
Five acres of environmentally sensitive, public gardens. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the property, walking distance to the heart of town. Walk to town for lunch or bring a blanket and pack a picnic lunch.
The Children’s Museum of the East End, Bridgehampton
Explore playful experiences including a seafaring ship, operate your own farm stand, run the diner, practice math on the 9-hole mini golf course, and so much more.
Seven Ponds Orchard, Water Mill
A pick your own farm with a farmer’s market, large playground, hayride and corn maze.
Nestled along Noyack Bay, this Hamptons beach is perfect to go to with kids who love to play in the water. Simply park your car and walk straight to your spot on the sand. Forget something in the car? No problem, it’s only a few steps away.
A fabulous park with walking trails, tennis courts, playing fields and multiple playgrounds, perfect for toddlers and older children.
Hamptons Mini Golf, Southampton
This 18-hole miniature golf course is open every day. Grab a burger, play with the golf simulator event the batting cages.
South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center, Bridgehampton
A place for children and adults of all ages to discover, explore, learn, and engage, in the Hamptons, the South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center is open seven days a week, with the exception of some holidays.
The Nature Trail & Hook Duck Pond, East Hampton
Enjoy feeding the ducks (not bread though, it will make them sick!) and short walking trails through the woods at this special reserve on David’s Lane.
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For more gardens and parks, Hamptons Curbed put together a great list.
SHOP
Directly on Main Street, Ethel + Row offers a curated selection of children’s organic and natural apparel (gift and decor items too).
A tiny boutique packed with personality; adorable clothes, accessories and giftable items.
On your way home, grab a bite and a few essentials at the outlets in Riverhead.
A shop filled with happy color and patterns in Amagansett Square.
EAT
Serving American/Mexican fare, Estia’s Little Kitchen is our go-to restaurant to bring kids in the Hamptons.
Bridgehampton Candy Kitchen, Bridgehampton
A local institution. This old-fashioned luncheonette has been around for as long as I can remember. Grab a booth, enjoy lunch and homemade ice cream with your children. *Cash only.
An old-fashioned ice cream shop situated on the water in Sag Harbor that mom, dad and the kids will love. *Cash only.
The Wine Stand at Wolffer Estate, Sagaponack
Buy a bottle of wine, pull out a blanket, sit in the vineyards and enjoy live music on a warm summer night while the kids run around.
