USA East Coast Adventure: Miami to New York

Day 1: Miami Arrival & Exploration

Morning: Arrive in Miami and settle into your hotel near South Beach. Take a leisurely walk along the iconic shoreline and enjoy the Art Deco architecture.

Afternoon: Visit the historic Vizcaya Museum and Gardens to admire its European-inspired villas and tropical landscaping. Grab a Cuban sandwich in Little Havana for a quick lunch.

Evening: Dine at a waterfront restaurant in Bayfront Park and watch the sunset over Biscayne Bay. End the night with a stroll through the vibrant Wynwood Walls street‑art district.

Day 2: Miami → Orlando (Drive & Theme Parks)

Morning: Depart early for Orlando (≈3.5 h drive). Stop at the Kennedy Space Center for a quick tour of the launch complexes.

Afternoon: Arrive at Universal Studios Florida and experience the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and other blockbuster attractions.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at CityWalk and catch the nighttime spectacular before heading to your hotel in the International Drive area.

Day 3: Orlando → Savannah (Coastal Drive)

Morning: Visit Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom for a few classic rides before departing for the coast.

Afternoon: Drive north along I‑95, stopping at St. Augustine’s historic Old City for lunch and a brief walk through the oldest U.S. settlement.

Evening: Arrive in charming Savannah. Take a ghost tour of the historic district and dine on fresh seafood by the River Street waterfront.

Day 4: Savannah → Washington, D.C.

Morning: Explore Forsyth Park and the beautiful squares of Savannah’s historic core before heading out.

Afternoon: Continue the drive north, stopping at Richmond’s Virginia Museum of History & Culture for a quick cultural immersion.

Evening: Arrive in Washington, D.C. and enjoy a nightcap at a rooftop bar overlooking the National Mall.

Day 5: Washington, D.C. Highlights

Morning: Tour the iconic U.S. Capitol and the nearby Library of Congress, then stroll along the Reflecting Pool to the Lincoln Memorial.

Afternoon: Visit the world‑class Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum and the National Gallery of Art. Grab a quick bite at the museum café.

Evening: Dine in the historic Georgetown neighborhood and walk along the waterfront for views of the Potomac River.

Day 6: Washington, D.C. → New York City

Morning: Depart early and stop at Philadelphia’s Independence Hall to see the Liberty Bell and the birthplace of American democracy.

Afternoon: Continue to New York City, checking into a Midtown hotel. Take a brief walk to Times Square for the quintessential city buzz.

Evening: Enjoy a Broadway show followed by dinner in the Hell’s Kitchen district, soaking up the city’s night energy.

Day 7: New York City Exploration

Morning: Start with a ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, then wander through Battery Park.

Afternoon: Walk up Fifth Avenue to explore the Metropolitan Museum of Art and relax in Central Park.

Evening: Conclude the trip with dinner at a rooftop restaurant in Brooklyn, enjoying sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline.

Time and Cost Estimates

• South Beach – 2 hrs – $0 (public beach)
• Vizcaya Museum and Gardens – 2 hrs – $25
• Wynwood Walls – 1 hr – $15
• Kennedy Space Center – 3 hrs – $57
• Universal Studios Florida – 5 hrs – $120
• Magic Kingdom – 4 hrs – $130
• St. Augustine Old City – 2 hrs – $0
• Forsyth Park (Savannah) – 1 hr – $0
• Virginia Museum of History & Culture – 2 hrs – $12
• U.S. Capitol & Library of Congress – 3 hrs – $0
• Lincoln Memorial & Reflecting Pool – 1 hr – $0
• Smithsonian Air and Space Museum – 2 hrs – $0
• National Gallery of Art – 2 hrs – $0
• Georgetown (Washington, D.C.) – 2 hrs – $30 (dinner)
• Independence Hall (Philadelphia) – 2 hrs – $0
• Liberty Bell – 1 hr – $0
• Times Square – 1 hr – $0
• Broadway Show – 3 hrs – $150
• Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island – 4 hrs – $25
• Metropolitan Museum of Art – 3 hrs – $30
• Central Park – 2 hrs – $0
• Brooklyn Rooftop Dinner – 2 hrs – $80
• Total Estimated Cost – – $774

Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day in the Florida Keys for snorkeling or extending your New York stay to explore Brooklyn neighborhoods and the High Line. For a shorter trip, condense the itinerary by skipping Orlando’s theme parks and focusing on the major East‑Coast cities—Miami, Washington, D.C., and New York—while still enjoying the iconic sights.