New York, 4 Day Itinerary
New York, 4 Day Itinerary
Emily Worden
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New York- The City That Never Sleeps, The Big Apple, The City So Nice They Named It Twice; an epic destination with so much to offer any visitor. This itinerary focuses on the classics, real institutions that have established New York as one of the greatest cities in the world.
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The Moore
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This is a great affordable option located in Chelsea. Comfortable beds and clean rooms.
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Staypineapple, An Artful Hotel, Midtown New York
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Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
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A more luxury option, centrally located with high end furnishings.
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Food Recommendations
Keens Steakhouse
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In 1885, Keens opened as a steakhouse and it's been serving up quality cuts of steak and lamb ever since. Great ambiance and service
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Emily: West Village
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One of the best burgers in the city. Located in the always trendy West Village
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Balthazar
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Step into this beautifully decorated French bistro, serving up quality French dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Joe's Pizza
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After trying the best rated pizza around the city, this was deemed the winner. Perfect cheese to sauce ratio with a fresh thin and crispy crust.
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Junior's Restaurant & Bakery
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Creamy and classic cheesecake. Open late in the theater district, perfect for a post-show dinner or dessert.
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LOS TACOS No.1
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With a location in Broadway, this is a great option for a quick meal before a show
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Peter Luger Steak House
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The best steak in the city, located in a German-style food hall. Finish your amazing meal with the apple strudel.
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Day One
On your first day, keep things easy with a light lunch at Chelsea Market, a sunset Classic Harbor Line Cruise, and a great first dinner at Keens.
Chelsea Market
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Located in the heart of the meat-packing district, this market is filled with local vendors, with a range of different shops and specialty foods. Stop here for a quick lunch or snack on travel day.
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Classic Harbor Line
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Take a sunset cruise on a beautiful yacht. This is a great, light first day activity.
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Keens Steakhouse
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In 1885, Keens opened as a steakhouse and it's been serving up quality cuts of steak and lamb ever since. Great ambiance and service
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Day Two
Start your day in Central Park. Mornings offer cooler temperature and lower crowds. Next head over to the MET, with a stop at their rooftop bar. And finish your day on the Top of the Rock Observation Deck to take in the skyline view from above.
Central Park
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This park is featured in every movie and tv show filmed in New York for a reason. With 840 acres of green space, you can easily spend an entire day. If visiting in the summer, try starting here in the morning before the heat of the day takes over.
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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The MET is a must-do for any art lovers. Located just outside of Central Park, this is an easy second stop. The rooftop bar offers great park and city views.
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Top of The Rock
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End the day with some skyline views, with great views of the Empire State Building
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Day Three
Your morning walk on day three is the Brooklyn Bridge. Stop for lunch at the Time Out Market and spend the afternoon at the Statue of Liberty. End your day with another steak dinner at Peter Luger.
Brooklyn Bridge
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Take a morning walk across the bridge into Brooklyn. With sidewalks lining the bridge, this is a great option for all ages.
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Time Out Market New York
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At the end of the bridge walk, sample some local foods at the Time Out Market.
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Statue City Cruises Battery Park
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While in the area, this is a great time to take a ferry over to the Statue of Liberty. It's well worth a visit.
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Peter Luger Steak House
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The best steak in the city, located in a German-style food hall. Finish your amazing meal with the apple strudel.
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Day Four
Begin your day at the High Line park before heading out to a food tour. End your trip with a classic Broadway show.
The High Line
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Enjoy a morning visit to this elevated park that was once a rail track. The park features art installations and gardens
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Foods of NY Tours
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With so many diverse foods, a food tour is a great option for getting a sampling of local favorites. Throughout the tour, you'll learn fun facts and historical details of the area.
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Broadway
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The perfect way to end a trip to New York is with a Broadway show. You can get tickets in advance or check on options for last minute deals.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Emily Worden
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Hello, I'm Emily - hit hard by the Wanderlust bug, I devote all that I can to experiencing new adventures. In between trips, I spend my time researching and cultivating the perfect itineraries in order to optimize my vacation time. I want everyone to have the best trip possible so please feel free to check out my itineraries for inspiration and guidance. Happy traveling!
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