Hotels in Midtown or Lower Manhattan HotelClose to subway lines for all areas.
3Days
12Stops
9Meal tips
About £200-320 a day, mid-range, flights excludedBudget
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Three days in New York that start in Lower Manhattan with the Brooklyn Bridge, move up to Central Park and a world-class museum, and finish on the High Line. The city is big, so group sights by neighbourhood and use the subway. New York is expensive, so build in free highlights such as the Staten Island Ferry. Best in spring and autumn.
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ferry TourThe official ferry is the only way to reach the islands.
New York evening helicopter or harbour cruise ActivityA different view of the city skyline.
Day by day
Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn
09:00
9/11 Memorial and Museum
The memorial pools mark the footprints of the Twin Towers, and the museum tells the story of the attacks. A sombre but important visit.
View on map ↗💡 Reserve a time slot for the museum.
12:00
Staten Island Ferry
A free ferry with views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline.
View on map ↗💡 Sit on the right side going out for the best views.
15:00
Brooklyn Bridge walk
Walk over the 1883 bridge from Manhattan to Brooklyn for skyline views.
View on map ↗💡 Stay in the pedestrian lane away from cyclists.
16:30
DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park
A cobbled neighbourhood under the bridge, with a famous skyline view at Washington Street and a waterfront park.
View on map ↗💡 Try a slice at a local pizzeria.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastBagel with cream cheeseAmerican · $
lunchFood stalls in Lower ManhattanAmerican · $$
dinnerPizza in BrooklynAmerican · $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 1Tickets and tours: 9/11 Memorial and Museum 🏨 Find a hotel
Central Park, the Met and midtown views
09:30
Central Park
Walk from Bethesda Fountain to Bow Bridge and Strawberry Fields. A huge green park in the heart of the city.
View on map ↗💡 Rent a bike or take a rowboat out on the lake.
12:00
Metropolitan Museum of Art
One of the largest museums in the world, with Egyptian temples, European paintings and American art. Choose a few galleries.
View on map ↗💡 Check current entry policies and bring comfortable shoes.
16:30
Top of the Rock or Empire State Building
Two classic observation decks. Top of the Rock views include the Empire State Building.
View on map ↗💡 Go at sunset for day and night views.
20:00
Times Square at night
Neon signs and big crowds. A quick look is enough for most visitors.
View on map ↗💡 Watch for costumed characters who ask for tips.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastDiner breakfastAmerican · $$
lunchFood cart or museum caféAmerican · $
dinnerDinner before the showAmerican · $$$
🎟 Book ahead for day 2Tickets and tours: Central Park
The High Line, Chelsea and Greenwich Village
09:30
The High Line
A park built on an old elevated railway, with gardens, public art and views of the Hudson.
View on map ↗💡 Start at Hudson Yards and walk south.
11:30
Chelsea Market
A food hall in a former biscuit factory, with bakeries, tacos and lobster rolls.
View on map ↗💡 Go before noon to avoid the lunch rush.
14:00
Greenwich Village stroll
Walk through tree-lined streets with historic townhouses, jazz clubs and Washington Square Park.
View on map ↗💡 Check out the jazz clubs for evening shows.
17:00
Grand Central Terminal
A beautiful Beaux-Arts train station with a starry ceiling and a food hall.
View on map ↗💡 Look up at the main concourse ceiling.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastCoffee and pastryAmerican · $
lunchChelsea MarketMixed · $$
dinnerFinal dinner in the VillageAmerican · $$$
🎟 Book ahead for day 3Tickets and tours: The High Line
Good to know
✈️ Getting thereFrom JFK, take the AirTrain and subway or a taxi. From Newark, the airport train connects to Penn Station.
🚆 Getting aroundThe subway is the quickest way to travel. Use OMNY contactless payment. Yellow cabs and ride-hailing are also common.
💷 CurrencyUS dollar ($). Tipping of 18-20% is expected in restaurants.
🗣 LanguageEnglish.
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