8-Day Itinerary for New York

1. Day 1: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
   11-minute ferry ride from Battery Park

   Visit the iconic Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, learning about the history of immigration in the US.

2. Day 2: Metropolitan Museum of Art
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   30 minutes by subway from Battery Park

   Explore the largest art museum in the US, home to over 2 million works of art from around the globe.

3. Day 3: Central Park
   30-minute walk from The Metropolitan Museum of Art

   Enjoy a picnic in the park, walk through the Central Park Zoo, and take a boat ride in the park's lake.

4. Day 4: Empire State Building
   20 minutes by subway from Central Park

   Take a trip to the top of the Empire State Building and enjoy stunning views of the city skyline.

5. Day 5: 9/11 Memorial and Museum
   30 minutes by subway from Empire State Building

   Pay your respects at the site of the tragic 9/11 attacks and learn about the events of that fateful day.

6. Day 6: The High Line
   30-minute walk from 9/11 Memorial and Museum

   Explore the elevated High Line park, filled with lush gardens, unique art installations, and stunning views of the city.

7. Day 7: Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO
   30-minute subway ride from The High Line

   Take a walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and explore the trendy DUMBO neighborhood with its art galleries and waterfront views.

8. Day 8: Times Square and Broadway
   20 minutes by subway from Brooklyn Bridge

   Experience the bright lights of Times Square and catch a Broadway show as your final night in the city.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island (4-5 hours, $18 ferry ticket)
• Metropolitan Museum of Art (3-4 hours, suggested donation of $25)
• Central Park (2-3 hours, free)
• Empire State Building (2-3 hours, $45 ticket)
• 9/11 Memorial and Museum (3-4 hours, $28 admission fee)
• The High Line (2-3 hours, free)
• Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO (4-5 hours, free)
• Times Square and Broadway (3-4 hours, cost varies based on show ticket prices)
Total Estimated Costs: $116 per person (does not include show ticket prices)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Natural History Museum, a stroll through the charming West Village, or a trip to see the vibrant street art in Bushwick. If you have less time, consider skipping the High Line, and combining the Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO day with a visit to nearby Brooklyn Heights or the Williamsburg neighborhood.