Classic French bistro breakfast to recover from travel; excellent pastries and eggs in a bustling SoHo setting. Good for people-watching and energising for a full day of sightseeing.
Stroll the famous park paths, see Bow Bridge and Bethesda Terrace — peaceful and iconic; great introduction to NYC's outdoor heart. Park open daily, sunrise–sunset (check seasonal sunset times).
One of the world’s largest art museums; see Egyptian, European and American highlights. Typical hours 10:00am–5:00pm (check for holiday hours on 29 Dec).
Panoramic skyline views—Empire State open 8:00am–2:00am; Top of the Rock open ~9:00am–11:00pm; Top of the Rock gives great Central Park views, Empire State is classic.
Dinosaur halls, planetarium (Rose Center) and cultural exhibitions; great for curiosity and immersive displays. Typically open 10:00am–5:30pm (check holiday hours).
Fine dining with special NYE menus—expect set menus and advance reservations; many restaurants have late seating and parties that continue past midnight.
Times Square is the classic NYE experience (very crowded and often closed to new arrivals by late evening) — alternative is a paid rooftop party with views and fewer crowds.
Elevated urban park with skyline and Hudson River views; Chelsea Market is an indoor food hall great for sampling local foods. High Line open 7:00am–11:00pm; Chelsea Market hours vary (typically 10:00am–8:00pm).
Short drive west of the Strip with striking sandstone formations and hiking opportunities; visitor centre typically 8:00am–4:30pm (park open sunrise–sunset).
Half-day aerial tour departs early from Vegas to the Grand Canyon West—the ultimate adventure; tours run morning and afternoon, check operator times and weather.
Unique desert ecosystem with famous twisted Joshua trees and climbing boulders; park open sunrise–sunset with a vehicle entrance fee—great for hikes and photo ops.
Major theme-park adventure with rides, shows and film-studio tours; gates usually open around 9:00am—buy express or park-hopper passes to save queue time.