A week in New York is the perfect time to see what the city has to offer at a leisurely pace. However, with so many things to do in New York, you'll want to have at least a rough itinerary plan to avoid wasting time deciding where to go and what to see. There are ways to make the most of the limited time available to travelers in New York. It takes at least three days to really see the highlights (although you could take a “quick” tour on a two-day New York itinerary).
However, I suggest 4 to 5 days to see the main sights without rushing too fast. I have visited New York many times, but I have realized that I have only been to extreme tourist places and have never ventured to other areas. Sometimes it's easier to take taxis, especially when Uber surcharges are crazy or it's just fun to take a New York-style taxi. Head to Central Park, the largest urban park in New York and also one of the locals' favorite spots for sightseeing, sunbathing or sports.
Nowadays, these hidden bars have preserved their essence and are a major attraction in New York's Soho. Visit the Museum of the City of New York This museum can tell you everything you always wanted to know about New York City. In the evening, return to the Village to visit one of the many (expensive) speakeasies in New York, such as Employees Only or Please Don't Tell. Enjoy unparalleled shopping on New York's popular 5th Avenue, also known as Millionaire's Row.
Visiting Wall Street in the morning will give you an idea of what it's like to live and work in New York. I'll offer you itineraries around New York that you can adapt, as well as the best tips for enjoying the best of the Big Apple. The food is incredible in New York City and I haven't eaten better anywhere else, as there is so much diversity (and quantity) of restaurants and bars that you can't find in another city. Sometimes I joke that it takes about two weeks to visit the main places of interest, which is true since I didn't even include Coney Island (Brooklyn).
It is one of the most emblematic buildings in the city and you can get a real idea of how densely populated New York is while taking in the views. After lunch, consider visiting the Tenement Museum to learn about New York's immigrant past and what it was like to live in Chinatown just 100 years ago. When planning a 4-day New York itinerary (or the recommended 5 days), it's wise to stay away from tourist spots and visit places where locals hang out. St.
Patrick's Cathedral, the New York Public Library and the Metropolitan Museum of Art (or simply the Met), which houses classic treasures by legendary artists Monet, Cézanne and Rembrandt. New York City isn't just Manhattan, and to fully enjoy New York City, you should explore some of the other boroughs.
