New York City Itinerary

• Day 1: Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Take a ferry to Liberty Island and visit the iconic statue, then head to Ellis Island to explore the immigrant history exhibit. End the day with a stroll in Battery Park alongside the Hudson River.
• Day 2: Walk through Central Park, stopping at the Bethesda Fountain and Great Lawn. Take a lunch break at the Central Park Zoo before heading to the American Museum of Natural History to see the dinosaur exhibits. End the day with a Broadway show at the historic Winter Garden Theatre.
• Day 3: Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum to pay respects to the victims of the 2001 attacks. Take a ride to the top of One World Trade Center for panoramic views of the city. Then, visit the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and explore the vibrant DUMBO neighborhood with its art galleries and trendy boutiques.
• Day 4: Start the day in the trendy SoHo neighborhood, shopping at designer boutiques and art galleries. Stop for lunch at Lombardi's, the oldest pizzeria in the country. Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art to see world-renowned art collections, and then end the day with a sunset ferry ride around Manhattan.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island (5 hours, $25)
• Central Park (3 hours, free)
• American Museum of Natural History (4 hours, $23)
• Broadway show (3 hours, $100+)
• 9/11 Memorial and Museum (3 hours, $26)
• One World Trade Center (2 hours, $41)
• Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO (5 hours, free)
• SoHo shopping and Lombardi's (4 hours, $$)
• Metropolitan Museum of Art (4 hours, $25)
Total Estimated Costs: $240+

Transportation

Transportation in New York City can be expensive and time-consuming. Consider purchasing a MetroCard for unlimited subway and bus rides. Walk or take the subway whenever possible to avoid traffic. Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available but can be costly during peak hours. Expect to spend around $30-$50 in total transportation costs for the duration of the trip.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Empire State Building or the Top of the Rock for stunning panoramic views. The High Line is also a must-see for a unique urban park experience. If you have less time, consider skipping some of the indoor museums and spending more time exploring the city streets and neighborhoods. Don't forget to try the famous New York bagels and pizza!