Get into the fast-paced vibe of New York City with a famous bowl of hot, steaming ramen at Ippudo NY. Their Akamaru Modern and Shiromaru Hakata Classic are two of the most ordered bowls, served with signature Ippudo noodles and succulent pork belly chashu.
Discover the authentic Japanese omakase experience with Sushi Yasuda. The restaurant claims to serve the freshest sushi in the city with the most traditional sushi preparation techniques. The daily-changing menu features seasonal fish and vegetables flown in from Japan.
Take a break from food and feed your artistic soul at the Museum of Modern Art. With over 200,000 artworks, MoMA houses an extensive collection of contemporary and modern art. Exhibitions range from works by iconic artists such as van Gogh and Picasso to current innovative and experimental works.
Experience the explosion of food and culture offered in the open-air food market of Smorgasburg. Vendors sell their signature dishes, including ramen burgers, ice cream sandwiches, and fusion tacos. The Brooklyn Flea is on the same site and is home to vintage clothing, jewelry, and various specialty items.
For your final day, end your trip with a scenic walk at the High Line, an elevated park built on a historic freight rail line. With breathtaking views of the city skyline and public art installations, it's a perfect way to enjoy the beautiful scenery of New York City for free.
With staying at the Hampton Inn 34th Street near the Empire State Building, you will be a walking distance from popular tourist locations. However, traveling to locations that lie beyond entails the use of public transportation such as CitiBike, New York City Subway, or Bus. CitiBike is $3.50 for a 30-minute ride(15-minute ride duration available), and the New York City Subway is $2.75 per ride or $33 for a weekly MetroCard.
If you have extra time, you can also explore the Central Park Zoo or watch a Broadway show. But if you're in a hurry or on a tight budget, you can skip MoMA, choose The Met at the earlier or later hours, and satisfy your cravings with Halal Guys street food instead.
There are three major airports in the New York City area: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in Queens, LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in Queens, and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in New Jersey. JFK and LGA are both about 16 miles from the city center, while EWR is about 14 miles.