Morning: Depart Riyadh on an overnight flight to JFK, arriving early afternoon. Transfer to your Manhattan hotel and settle in.
Afternoon: Take a leisurely walk around the hotel neighborhood to get acquainted with local cafés and the vibrant street scene.
Evening: Head to Times Square to experience its dazzling lights, giant billboards, and bustling energy – the perfect welcome to the city.
Find HotelsMorning: Catch the ferry to Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, learning about immigration history while enjoying spectacular harbor views.
Afternoon: Explore the Financial District, visiting Wall Street, the Charging Bull, and the poignant 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
Evening: Attend a world‑class Broadway show in the Theatre District followed by a late‑night stroll through Times Square lit up at night.
Find HotelsMorning: Wander the winding paths of Central Park, stopping at Bethesda Terrace, the Bow Bridge, and the Central Park Zoo.
Afternoon: Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art to admire masterpieces from ancient Egypt to modern America.
Evening: Dine at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the park, then enjoy a relaxed evening at the nearby Lincoln Center plaza.
Find HotelsMorning: Ascend Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center for panoramic city views, then explore the surrounding plaza.
Afternoon: Discover contemporary masterpieces at the MoMA (Museum of Modern Art), including works by Van Gogh and Warhol.
Evening: Experience the neon glow of Times Square after dark, perhaps grabbing a quick bite at a nearby food hall.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the expansive galleries of the American Museum of Natural History, from dinosaur fossils to the Rose Center.
Afternoon: Stroll through historic Harlem, visiting the iconic Apollo Theater and sampling soul food at a local eatery.
Evening: Enjoy live jazz at a Harlem club, soaking in the neighborhood’s musical legacy.
Find HotelsMorning: Walk the historic Brooklyn Bridge to DUMBO, snapping photos of the Manhattan skyline from Pebble Beach.
Afternoon: Visit the Brooklyn Museum and unwind in the adjacent Prospect Park, a green oasis in the borough.
Evening: Savor dinner in trendy Williamsburg, followed by craft cocktails at a rooftop bar.
Find HotelsMorning: Take in sweeping vistas from the One World Observatory, then reflect at the nearby 9/11 Memorial Plaza.
Afternoon: Explore the bustling streets of South Street Seaport and the historic Battery Park waterfront.
Evening: Board a Hudson River sunset cruise, enjoying dinner and skyline views as the city lights up.
Find HotelsMorning: Ride the classic wooden coaster at Coney Island’s Luna Park and relax on the beach.
Afternoon: Wander the historic boardwalk, sampling hot dogs and cotton candy, and visit the Coney Island Aquarium.
Evening: Return to Manhattan for a relaxed dinner in the Lower East Side.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the Metro-North train to Tarrytown, exploring the charming downtown and the historic Sleepy Hollow Cemetery.
Afternoon: Visit the West Point Military Academy museum and enjoy a scenic hike along the Hudson River.
Evening: Return to the city and unwind with a casual dinner near your hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Stroll along Fifth Avenue, browsing flagship stores, the iconic Apple Store, and the luxury boutiques of Madison Avenue.
Afternoon: Pack, check out, and enjoy a final coffee at Grand Central Terminal before heading to JFK.
Evening: Depart from JFK on your flight back to Riyadh, carrying memories of an unforgettable New York adventure.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, add a full day in the Bronx to explore the Yankee Stadium and the world‑renowned Bronx Zoo, or spend an extra day on Long Island for winery tours and the historic Montauk Lighthouse. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine Day 8 (Coney Island) with Day 9 (Hudson Valley) into a single day‑trip, or skip the optional Broadway show and replace it with a free evening walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, saving both time and budget while still capturing the city’s essence.