The Ultimate NYC Honeymoon: Ramen, Sushi, Capitol Grill, Harry Potter, and the Empire State Building

  • Day 1: Ramen and Empire State Building
    0 minutes (0 miles) from Hampton Inn 34th Street

    Begin your honeymoon with a trip to the Ippudo Ramen to try some of the best ramen in the city. After satisfying your hunger, head to the Empire State Building for breathtaking views of the city as the sun sets. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure, exploring the city that never sleeps!

  • Day 2: Capitol Grill and Broadway Show
    15 minutes (3.7 miles) from Empire State Building

    Get a taste of luxury at the Capitol Grill with its exquisite steaks and seafood. After indulging in a scrumptious meal, head to a Broadway show for a night of entertainment and culture.

  • Day 3: Harry Potter and The High Line
    10 minutes (2.6 miles) from Capitol Grill

    Visit the Harry Potter Store in the Flatiron District to try out all of the wizarding world's latest and greatest products. After that, take a leisurely walk above the city on The High Line, a 1.45-mile-long elevated park built on a former railway line.

  • Day 4: Sushi and Central Park
    15 minutes (3.5 miles) from Harry Potter Store

    For sushi lovers, try out Sushi Ginza Onodera to experience authentic Japanese cuisine in the heart of the city. After lunch, spend the afternoon relaxing at the iconic Central Park and enjoy all its amenities, such as the Central Park Zoo, boating and picnic areas.

  • Day 5: Shopping in SoHo
    20 minutes (4.6 miles) from Central Park

    End your honeymoon in SoHo, known for its top-rated shopping destinations. Treat yourself to some of the most exclusive stores and boutiques in the city with your loved one before heading back home.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Empire State Building (2-3 hours, $38+)
  • Capitol Grill (2-3 hours, $100+)
  • Broadway show (3 hours, $100+)
  • Harry Potter Store (1-2 hours, varies)
  • The High Line (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sushi Ginza Onodera (2-3 hours, $150+)
  • Central Park (2-3 hours, free)
  • SoHo Shopping (3-4 hours, varies)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $600+

Transportation

Travelers can use the Subway, buses, taxis or car services to get around NYC. Fares for buses and subways are $2.75 per ride. Taxis and car services are metered with an initial fare of $3.80 plus $2.50 per mile. Calculate average time between stops to estimate the walking durations. For trips outside Manhattan expect a minimum of $10 taxi/rideshare fare.

Useful Tips

If you have an extra day, visit the historic Ellis Island or the Statue of Liberty. For music lovers, visit the Brooklyn Academy of Music for a night of music or theater. But, if you are short of time, remove SoHo shopping day from the plan or visit one of the parks but not both.

Airports

NYC has three airports. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is located in Jamaica, Queens, about 16 miles from midtown Manhattan. It is accessible by the AirTrain and taxi services. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is located in Queens, only 8 miles from midtown Manhattan, also served by AirTrain and taxi services. Finally, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is located in Newark, New Jersey, approximately 16 miles from midtown Manhattan, with access through taxi services and air trains.

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