City Treehouse is an award-winning children's play and learning center located in Chelsea. Recognized as Best of New York by Red Tricycle, New York Magazine, Nickelodeon, and Urban Baby, City Treehouse offers drop-in play in a nature-themed indoor play area that includes a two-story treehouse, fibre optic star cave, soft play studio and the largest indoor water play area in New York City. City Treehouse is a popular spot for birthday parties, play groups, and school visits. A variety of classes are also offered for children newborn to 7 years old. The museum-quality water exhibit at City Treehouse encourages child-directed exploration, stimulates the imagination, and fosters hands-on learning. Sensory learning devices have been incorporated in the design of the play area to awaken a sense of wonder and stimulate children to explore and discover the world around them.