Overview
New York City is a vibrant metropolis with endless attractions. This 7-day itinerary covers Manhattan highlights, Brooklyn gems, and quintessential NYC experiences.
Best Time to Visit
April-June or September-November
Daily Budget
$150-250 per day
Duration
7 Days
Photo Gallery
Trip Highlights
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Central Park and Metropolitan Museum
Times Square and Broadway show
Brooklyn Bridge walk
9/11 Memorial and Museum
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrival & Times Square
Activities:
- Arrive NYC
- Check into hotel
- Times Square
- Broadway show
- Hell's Kitchen dinner
💡 Tip:
Buy Broadway tickets in advance or use TKTS booth for discounts.
📍 Book Activities:
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Day 2
Statue of Liberty & Downtown
Activities:
- Ferry to Liberty Island
- Ellis Island Immigration Museum
- Battery Park
- 9/11 Memorial
- One World Observatory
💡 Tip:
Book Statue of Liberty ferry early. Crown access requires advance booking.
📍 Book Activities:
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Day 3
Central Park & Museums
Activities:
- Central Park walk
- Bethesda Fountain
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Guggenheim Museum
- Upper East Side
💡 Tip:
Met Museum suggested donation. Plan 3-4 hours minimum.
📍 Book Activities:
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Day 4
Brooklyn Exploration
Activities:
- Walk Brooklyn Bridge
- DUMBO neighborhood
- Brooklyn Bridge Park
- Williamsburg
- Smorgasburg (weekends)
- Brooklyn Heights Promenade
💡 Tip:
Start in Manhattan, walk to Brooklyn for best bridge photos.
📍 Book Activities:
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Day 5
Midtown Manhattan
Activities:
- Rockefeller Center
- Top of the Rock
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Grand Central Terminal
- Bryant Park
- Empire State Building at night
💡 Tip:
Top of the Rock better views than Empire State (can see Empire State).
📍 Book Activities:
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Day 6
SoHo, Greenwich & Chelsea
Activities:
- SoHo shopping
- Little Italy
- Chinatown
- Greenwich Village
- Washington Square Park
- Chelsea Market
- High Line
💡 Tip:
High Line best at sunset. Free admission.
📍 Book Activities:
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Day 7
Museums & Departure
Activities:
- American Museum of Natural History
- MoMA
- Last-minute shopping
- 5th Avenue
- Airport transfer
💡 Tip:
Check museum closing days. Most close Mondays.
📍 Book Activities:
Where to Stay
Must-Try Food
New York pizza
Bagels with lox
Pastrami sandwich
Hot dogs
Cheesecake
Getting Around
Subway most efficient. Buy 7-day unlimited MetroCard. Walking is great for exploring.
Packing List
Comfortable walking shoes
Layers for varying weather
Day backpack
Reusable water bottle
Power bank
Light rain jacket
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