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Ultimate 1-Day City Experience in New York City

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Day 1: New York Highlights

New York City, USA

8:00AM

Breakfast at Ess-a-Bagel

Start your day with a classic New York bagel, choosing from a diverse range of toppings that will leave you fuelled for the adventure ahead.
Head to Ess-a-Bagel located at 831 3rd Ave, just a short walk from the subway.
USD15, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Central Park

Stroll through Central Park, enjoying its natural beauty, and be sure to visit iconic spots like Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge.
Walk or take the subway to 59th Street – Columbus Circle to enter the park.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Explore The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Delve into art history at The Met, where you can spend hours exploring art from different eras and cultures.
The museum is located on the eastern edge of Central Park, a pleasant walk from your previous location.
USD25, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Joe's Pizza

Savour a classic New York slice at Joe's Pizza, famed for its thin-crust, mouth-watering pizza that embodies the city's culinary soul.
Take the subway down to 7 Carmine St to reach Joe's Pizza.
USD10, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit The Top of the Rock

Ascend to the Top of the Rock for stunning panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline – a perfect spot for memorable photographs.
Take the subway to 49th Street, about a 10-minute ride from Joe's Pizza.
USD40, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Stroll Through Times Square

Experience the vibrant energy of Times Square, with its flashing lights and bustling crowd, a quintessential New York experience.
Walk from The Top of the Rock to Times Square, which is only a 10-minute stroll away.
Free, 1 hour

4:30PM

Visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum

Pay your respects at the 9/11 Memorial and explore the museum that tells the story of the events of September 11, 2001.
Take the subway to World Trade Center Station, making it a convenient trip.
USD28, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Katz's Delicatessen

End your adventurous day with a classic pastrami sandwich at Katz’s, renowned for its authentic New York deli experience.
Take the subway to East Houston Street to reach Katz's Delicatessen.
USD20, 1 hour

8:00PM

Broadway Show

Finish your spectacular day by enjoying a world-class Broadway show; catch the vibrant energy of the performances.
Catch a nearby subway or walk back to the Theatre District for your chosen show.
USD100, 2.5 hours
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