🌟 New York Itinerary: The Ultimate 7-Day Adventure 🌟

Who doesn’t dream of spending an entire week in New York City? But once you're there, what’s the best way to make the most of your time? From the Statue of Liberty to Ground Zero, Central Park to the Empire State Building, and Brooklyn to Times Square: this guide will show you exactly how to experience NYC in seven unforgettable days!

 

If you're looking for even more tips, recommendations, and insider advice to make your New York City trip unforgettable, we’ve got you covered! From budget hacks to secret local spots, our CityBook is packed with useful information to help you explore NYC like a true New Yorker.

 

🚏 Table of Contents

• ✈️ Day 1: Arrival & Times Square 🌆
• 🌳 Day 2: Central Park, Rockefeller Center & Times Square 🎭
• 🗽 Day 3: The Battery, Liberty Island & Ellis Island 🚢
• 🌉 Day 4: Brooklyn & Little Italy 🍕
• 🎨 Day 5: Washington Square, Little Island & Hudson Yards 🏙️
• 🏛️ Day 6: Charging Bull & 9/11 Memorial & Museum 🕊️
• 🏗️ Day 7: Flatiron Building, Empire State Building & Grand Central Terminal 🚇

 

✈️ Day 1: Arrival & Times Square 🌆

Depending on your arrival time in New York and your fitness level, you can go for a short walk. We suggest picking a hotel close to Times Square. It’s the touristic heart of New York, especially in the evening. If you want a better-priced hotel, you’d better go to Brooklyn.

 

🌳 Day 2: Central Park, Rockefeller Center & Times Square 🎭

When you’re ready, leave for Central Park. If you have a hotel close to Times Square, you can easily walk to Central Park. It’s only 15 minutes away. If you take the subway, take it to 59 St-Columbus Circle. Lines 1 and A, C, B & D take you here.

The walk in our CityBook brings you past Umpire Rock, The Mall, Bethesda Terrace, Belvedere Castle, and Strawberry Fields. If you want to see a Broadway show, it’s the perfect time to see the possibilities and buy tickets. Visit Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick’s Cathedral in the afternoon

 

🗽 Day 3: The Battery, Liberty Island & Ellis Island 🚢

Take subway line R or W to Withall St-South Ferry or 1 to South Ferry. Walk through The Battery, take the vessel to Liberty Island, and visit the Statue of Liberty. After your visit, you’ll head to Ellis Island to learn about America’s migration history. The vessel to the islands can be booked with the GoCity Pass.

 

🌉 Day 4: Brooklyn & Little Italy 🍕

Today is all about Brooklyn. Take the subway to Borough Hall or Court St. Lines 2, 3, 4 & 5 will take you to Borough Hall. Line R goes to Court St. Takes the line that’s easiest for you the stations are close to each other. Walk along the Brooklyn Heights and soak in some beautiful views of New York City.

Spot the Empire State Building through the Manhattan Bridge in Dumbo. Explore more of Brooklyn if you want or go up on the Brooklyn Bridge to walk back to New York City. Close off your day in Little Italy with some good Italian food.

🎨 Day 5: Washington Square, Little Island & Hudson Yards 🏙️

Today starts at Washington Square. From here, you’ll walk to Little Island and Chelsea Market. After you visit Chelsea Market and have lunch, go up to walk the High Line. The High Line ends in the Hudson Yards where the Vessel and the Egde are situated. The highest outside observation deck in New York City. Take the subway to W 4 St-Wash Sq. Lines A, C, E, B, D, F, and M will take you here.

 

🏛️ Day 6: Charging Bull & 9/11 Memorial & Museum 🕊️

Take subway line R or W to Withall St-South Ferry or 1 to South Ferry. The first stop today is the Charging Bull. From here you go to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum. Oculus is located next to the memorial.

🏗️ Day 7: Flatiron Building, Empire State Building & Grand Central Terminal 🚇

Today you’ll be walking from the Flatiron District through Midtown to Times Square. Starting at the Flatiron Building/ Madison Square. Go inside and to the top of the Empire State Building and SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. Get photos from the Flatiron Building and the Chrysler Building.

Stand in the middle of Grand Central Terminal and close off on Times Square. If you want to do the Friends experience, do it first thing in the morning. Stop at Macy’s for a little shopping. You want to do SUMMIT One Vanderbilt during sunset, the views are wonderful. Take the subway to 23 St. Lines N, Q, R, and W will get you here.

 

✨ Make Your NYC Trip Stress-Free! 🗽

Planning a trip to New York can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Our New York CityBook gives you a step-by-step itinerary with must-see attractions, hidden gems, local tips, and even a Google Maps link to a pre-planned route.

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