New York City
United States
Overview
The city that never sleeps: iconic skyline, Broadway brilliance, world-class dining, and an energy that's impossible to replicate anywhere else.
Cost of Travel
Daily budget guide for New York City — what you can expect to spend per person including accommodation, meals, transport, and activities.
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Explore New York City
Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
Where to Stay
The Plaza
A legendary 5-star hotel overlooking Central Park, synonymous with New York luxury since 1907.
citizenM New York Bowery
A tech-forward boutique hotel on the Lower East Side with rooftop bar, smart room controls, and excellent value.
Where to Eat
Le Bernardin
Seafood
A three-Michelin-star French seafood restaurant consistently ranked among the world's best.
Joe's Pizza
Pizza
A Greenwich Village institution since 1975, serving perfectly thin, foldable New York slices that define the genre.
Travel Tips
- Get a MetroCard or use OMNY contactless payment
- Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge for stunning skyline views
- Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum (book timed tickets)
- TKTS booth in Times Square sells same-day Broadway tickets at 20-50% off
- Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars
Getting There & Around
The subway runs 24/7 and is the most efficient way to get around. Over 80% of stations now have elevators. All MTA buses have wheelchair ramps. Yellow cabs and Uber/Lyft are abundant. The city is extremely walkable, especially in Midtown and Downtown Manhattan.
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4 Days in New York City — First Timer's Guide
The essential NYC itinerary: Central Park, Statue of Liberty, Broadway show, Brooklyn Bridge, and the best pizza in Manhattan. Perfect for first-time visitors. Planned with Wanda AI.
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