New York 6 Day Itinerary
Title: 6-Day New York City Travel Itinerary
Day 1: Exploring Manhattan’s Iconic Sites
- Breakfast at Café Bustelo in the Upper West Side, a classic NYC coffee shop.
- Visit the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island: Book a tour and ferry tickets in advance. (Statue Cruises)
- Lunch at Shake Shack in the Financial District.
- Explore Wall Street and Battery Park.
- Head to Times Square, grab dinner at a nearby eatery like Hard Rock Cafe or Planet Hollywood.
- Evening show at Broadway (Broadway Box Office) or a comedy show at Carolines on Broadway.
Day 2: Museums & Central Park
- Breakfast at The Smith in Union Square.
- Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art: Pay what you wish policy (suggested donation $25).
- Lunch at Eataly in Flatiron District.
- Afternoon stroll in Central Park with a visit to Strawberry Fields.
- Dinner at Moment’s Notice in Harlem.
- Enjoy Jazz music at Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola (Jazz at Lincoln Center) or a comedy show at Gotham Comedy Club.
Day 3: Brooklyn & Downtown Manhattan
- Breakfast at Cafe Grumpy in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
- Visit the Brooklyn Bridge, take a walk across it and grab photos.
- Lunch at Luke’s Lobster in DUMBO.
- Explore Jay Street Triangle and the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.
- Return to Manhattan, visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
- Dinner at Peter Luger Steak House in Brooklyn or Keens Steakhouse in Midtown.
Day 4: Upper Manhattan
- Breakfast at Morgan’s Restaurant in Harlem.
- Visit the Apollo Theater and learn about its rich history. (Tours & Programs)
- Lunch at Red Rooster Harlem by Marcus Samuelsson.
- Afternoon visit to The Cloisters and Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Fort Tryon Park Branch.
- Dinner at Levain Bakery for world-famous cookies, or Benny’s Burritos for a change.
Day 5: Food & Shopping
- Breakfast at Russ & Daughters in the Lower East Side.
- Spend the morning exploring SoHo, Greenwich Village, and Nolita for shopping and street art.
- Lunch at Katz’s Delicatessen in the Lower East Side, famous for its pastrami sandwiches.
- Afternoon visit to Century 21 Department Store for designer outlets.
- Dinner at Le Bernardin for fine French cuisine or Eataly Downtown for casual Italian dishes.
Day 6: Leisure & Departure
- Breakfast at Buvette in the West Village.
- Spend the morning visiting any attractions you may have missed or revisiting favorites.
- Lunch at Shake Shack Madison Square Park or Eataly Flatiron.
- Departure arrangements and farewell to the Big Apple! (LaGuardia Airport or John F. Kennedy International Airport)
Travel Tips
- New York is a walkable city, but if you plan to travel far, consider the subway (MTA Subway Map).
- Purchase a MetroCard for unlimited rides within a day or week.
- Weather can be unpredictable; pack layers and comfortable shoes.
- Always carry cash, as some small businesses do not accept credit cards.
- Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are widely available.
- Enjoy the diverse food scene, but remember to tip appropriately (18-20%).
- Keep an eye on your belongings in crowded areas.
- Don’t hesitate to ask locals for directions or recommendations. They love to share their city with visitors!