From JFK to BKK 1-Day Itinerary Stops

  1. Central Park
    8:00AM - 6:00PM
    25 minutes (15 miles) from JFK Airport

    Start your day at Central Park, one of the most iconic parks in the world. Take a stroll through the park's many paths, admire the foliage, and visit famous landmarks like the Bethesda Fountain and the Central Park Zoo. You can rent a bike or a boat and enjoy the park's natural beauty.

  2. Empire State Building
    9:00AM - 10:00PM
    15 minutes (3.5 miles) from Central Park

    Take the elevator to the top of the Empire State Building for the best views of the city. On a clear day, you can see as far as 80 miles away. This iconic landmark has been featured in countless movies and is a must-visit attraction in New York City.

  3. Statue of Liberty National Monument
    8:30AM - 4:00PM
    20 minutes (4 miles) from the Empire State Building

    Take a ferry to Statue of Liberty National Monument, a symbol of freedom and democracy. Climb to the top of the statue's pedestal for breathtaking views of the harbor and the skyline. Also, don't forget to visit Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants arrived in the United States.

  4. Metropolitan Museum of Art
    10:00AM - 5:00PM
    30 minutes (6 miles) from Statue of Liberty National Monument

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the largest and most comprehensive art museums in the world. The museum's collection includes over 2 million works of art from ancient times to the present day. You can spend hours exploring the galleries, but don't miss the Egyptian Temple of Dendur or the Impressionist Wing.

  5. Grand Palace
    8:30AM - 4:30PM
    14 hours flight (8500 miles) from Metropolitan Museum of Art

    After a long flight, you'll arrive in Bangkok, Thailand. Start your exploration of the city at the Grand Palace, which was built in 1782 and served as the official residence of the King of Thailand until the early 20th century. The palace complex includes many buildings, halls, and temples, including the famous Temple of the Emerald Buddha.

  6. Wat Pho
    8:00AM - 5:00PM
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Grand Palace

    Also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho is one of the oldest and largest temples in Bangkok. The temple's main attraction is the 46-meter-long reclining Buddha statue, which is covered in gold leaf and adorned with mother-of-pearl inlay. You can also get a traditional Thai massage at the temple's massage school.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Central Park (2-3 hours, free)
  • Empire State Building (1 hour, $38)
  • Statue of Liberty National Monument (2-3 hours, $18.50)
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art (2-3 hours, $25)
  • Grand Palace (2-3 hours, ฿500)
  • Wat Pho (1-2 hours, ฿100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $81.50 (฿1600)
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