Your Perfect 3-Day Itinerary for New York City

Discover the best landmarks, where to eat, and where to stay in New York City.

Best Time to Visit New York City

Spring

Mar - May

17°C / 7°C

Warming up quickly, vibrant city parks

Summer

Jun - Aug

29°C / 20°C

Hot and frequently humid

Fall

Sep - Nov

18°C / 10°C

Crisp, pleasant, excellent for walking

Winter

Dec - Feb

4°C / -3°C

Very cold, occasional snow, holiday spirit

Day 1

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

Morning activity: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island.

Joe's Pizza

Lunch nearby: Joe's Pizza.

9/11 Memorial & Museum

Afternoon sightseeing: 9/11 Memorial & Museum.

Peter Luger Steak House

Dinner in the area: Peter Luger Steak House.

One World Observatory

Evening experience: One World Observatory.

Day 2

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Morning activity: Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Loeb Boathouse

Lunch nearby: Loeb Boathouse.

Central Park

Afternoon sightseeing: Central Park.

Carmine's Italian Restaurant

Dinner in the area: Carmine's Italian Restaurant.

Broadway Show

Evening experience: Broadway Show.

Day 3

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

Morning activity: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.

Grand Central Terminal

Lunch nearby: Grand Central Terminal.

The High Line

Afternoon sightseeing: The High Line.

Chelsea Market

Dinner in the area: Chelsea Market.

Top of the Rock

Evening experience: Top of the Rock.

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