6-Days New York City Itinerary: the best traveler tips

Just under a week is the time you've chosen to explore New York. Have you already thought about what you're going to do?

If you organize yourself well, you'll have time to enjoy the city to the fullest. Here's a guide that will help you. The time has come to fulfill your dream!

Cycling around the park

What better occasion than to get up early to visit the green lung of New York City. Central Park is huge, located between 59th and 110th Streets and between 5th Avenue and Central Park West.

Get ready to discover endless spaces where you can stroll around numerous lakes, meadows, and bridges that have been featured in many TV series and movies. There are also street performers and food stalls to enjoy a most entertaining morning. And if you travel in the winter months, you can skate on its most famous ice rink, The Wollman Rink, in a dreamlike setting.

I invite you to explore every corner of the park by renting a bike by the hour to explore at your own pace.

Visit the MET

At one of the exits on the east side of the park, just 500 meters away, you will find the MET or Metropolitan Museum of Art on 82nd Street and 5th Avenue.

The Met is one of the 10 most visited museums in the world and, of course, one of the best museums in New York. Here you can admire works by prolific artists such as Monet, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh.

Don't miss the incredible treasures of Egyptian culture that you can find in this museum, such as the Temple of Dendur, a gift from the country for helping to save Abu Simbel.

Dine at The Loeb Boathouse

Return to Central Park to enjoy an elegant dining experience. This restaurant is located in the center of the park, right on the shore of The Lake. A building with Victorian touches facing the lake.

Savor the diverse European cuisine, including lobster toast and crab cake. If you get a table by the window, you'll fall in love with the views.

Visit the Museum of Natural History

The AMNH is located at one of the exits on the west side of Central Park. You've probably seen Ben Stiller's movie, Night at the Museum.

Then let yourself be transported into the magical world of natural history. Dream as if you were in "Jurassic Park" with its collection of dinosaur skeletons, or as if you were sailing aboard the Enterprise, taking a look at the digital atlas of the universe in the planetarium.

You'll encounter a mammoth, a giant squid, and the largest meteorite ever found in the United States. Are you going to miss it?

Sail on The Lake at sunset

And what could be better than buying a hamburger from one of the park's street vendors and sitting by one of Central Park's most beautiful and largest lakes?

There you can take a boat ride across the romantic Bow Bridge, the most photographed bridge in the park. Feel like you're in a movie!

The 9/11 Memorial

Today, you're going to head to Ground Zero in New York. It's time to remember the people who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks. The space dedicated to the Memorial occupies almost half of the World Trade Center, and there you'll find two huge fountains on the site where the Twin Towers once stood. You can also see, among more than 400 oak trees, The Survivor Tree, a symbol of resistance to the catastrophe.

If you want to know more, don't hesitate to visit the 9/11 Museum.

The Financial District

Don't look for it because you're already in the heart of the Financial District. It's a neighborhood with a multitude of bank headquarters and offices, as you'll have noticed from the many executives in suits walking quickly through its streets.

This district has some landmarks that are worth visiting, such as Wall Street and its iconic Stock Exchange building, touching the bronze bull called Charging Bull for good luck, or taking a photo with the Fearless Girl statue, a girl who is a symbol of female empowerment today.

If you want to stop for lunch, I recommend going to Stone St. and trying one of the delicious pizzas at Adrienne's.

Museum of Jewish Heritage

Just a few minutes' walk away, you can visit the Museum of Jewish Heritage, where you can learn about the history of the Holocaust.

A tribute to the people who lived, died, and survived, and a legacy that serves as a lesson to learn from the tragedy.

If you want to visit this museum, I recommend choosing a multi-day New York Pass, the cheapest and easiest way to get quick access to almost 100 attractions in New York City.

Watch the sunset on your way to the Statue of Liberty

From the museum, in Battery Park itself, you will find the pier where you can take the ferry to the Statue of Liberty.

I recommend you relax because an unforgettable two-and-a-half-hour cruise awaits you, where you can photograph the best sunsets with the Manhattan skyline as a backdrop, as well as the Statue of Liberty, the undisputed symbol of New York City. Is there a better way to end the day?

Cross the bridge on foot

Start the day with a coffee in hand and head to the Brooklyn Bridge. Walk across it on a magical journey with the best views of Manhattan and the East River. You won't be able to stop taking photos with every step you take alongside its pointed arch towers.

Take your time and enjoy the sound of the cars, the river breeze, and the flashbacks you'll have as you remember your favorite movies. Your journey will end when you arrive in Brooklyn, where wonderful experiences await you.

Take a stroll through DUMBO

As soon as you step off the bridge, you'll find yourself in New York's trendiest neighborhood, DUMBO. Admire the street art with its graffiti and murals scattered throughout its streets.

From Main Street Park, you can continue taking pictures of the Manhattan Financial District skyline. Sit by the river at Pebble Beach to rest, and if you want to feel like a kid again, hop on Jane's Carousel for some fun.

Visit and eat at Time Out Market

Without leaving DUMBO, discover a food market with more than 20 stalls, located in an industrial building.

Time Out Market takes its name from the famous magazine that selects some of the best chefs and bartenders in a vast space of more than 2400 m2. Without a doubt, a fabulous way to celebrate and toast this beautiful moment.

Sunset at Coney Island

If you want to see a spectacular sunset, which not all travelers know about as it is located in the southernmost part of Brooklyn, get ready to enjoy yourself at Coney Island. It is a favorite spot for New Yorkers to relax outdoors and spend the afternoon on the boardwalk.

If you're traveling with children, what could be better than riding the vintage attractions at Luna Park or visiting the New York Aquarium?

And for dinner, go crazy for authentic New York hot dogs at Nathan's Famous, the first location of this famous American fast food chain.

A morning at the Bronx Zoo

The Bronx Zoo is highly recommended, whether you're traveling with children or are simply an animal lover who wants to explore the fauna of America, Africa, and Madagascar.

It is located in the center of the park of the same name. It is the largest urban zoo in the world and is notable for eliminating cages to create habitats similar to the animals' natural environments. Don't miss the cute lemurs in a reproduction of their natural habitat! You'll also find polar bears and the authentic Congo gorilla. A very fun experience for the whole family.

Have a picnic in the New York Botanical Garden

Without leaving the park and continuing north, another great plan awaits you to enjoy with your family. The New York Botanical Garden was one of the first botanical gardens in the United States.

Take the free train that runs through the park and get off whenever you want to see your favorite spots at your own pace. Stop for a picnic next to the Bronx River and a thousand-year-old forest, and imagine what New York was like before it became a city of skyscrapers. I recommend visiting the crown jewel, the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, a wrought-iron greenhouse with tropical plants and cacti, as well as its famous temporary exhibitions.

Take a photo at its evocative pond with water lilies, irises, and lotus flowers. Access it with your New York Pass and enjoy this magical corner of the Bronx, one of the most visited.

Visit Yankee Stadium

Become a true fan of America's favorite sport, baseball. Located in the Bronx and easily accessible by subway, this new stadium was built in 2008, one block from the old one, and is home to the New York Yankees. Inside, pick up a team jersey to cheer them on in one of the many shops.

If you want to get an overview of the districts adjacent to the Big Apple, book the New York Contrast Tour and discover the beauty of Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens, thanks to an expert Spanish-speaking guide who will help you uncover the city's secrets.

Have breakfast at Tiffany's & Co.

It has taken more than half a century for you to be able to have breakfast at Tiffany's, as suggested by the title of the Audrey Hepburn film.

Following the renovation of the 5th Avenue store, Tiffany's has opened a café. From the fourth floor, you will have fantastic views of Central Park. Choose a full brunch-style breakfast or try one of the select, fine teas on the menu with a delicious croissant. You'll feel like a real movie star!

Go up to the Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

It's time to climb to the heights and be amazed by the magnitude of New York City.

When you leave your "breakfast of diamonds," turn the corner and you'll find the entrance to the 67th, 69th, and 79th floors of the Top of the Rock, where you'll have the best panoramic view of New York and can see Central Park and Manhattan in all their splendor. Are you ready to experience vertigo?

Go shopping on Fifth Avenue

After a heavenly experience, it's time to come back down to earth, but without leaving the glamour behind, because you're going shopping on 5th Avenue!

Together with Times Square, it is the nerve center of New York, where you will spend hours surrounded by dozens of people, killing time looking at the shop windows of designer clothing and technology stores, touching your favorite toys from your childhood or your children's at the Disney store, or treating yourself to a cap from your favorite NBA team for tonight's game.

I recommend stopping at St. Patrick's Cathedral to observe the wonderful visual contrast between the 19th-century building and the surrounding skyscrapers.

Tonight, you're in for a real treat! Watching an NBA game live is as fun as it is exciting, whether you're a basketball fan or it's your first time.

One thing's for sure: it's a unique experience. Madison Square Garden is home to the New York Knicks, the most famous team in the NBA. Don't miss out on tickets and decide to experience the game of your life!

After the game, you're hungry, right? Here's a selection of the 10 best places to eat in New York, where you can enjoy a delicious pastrami sandwich or a succulent hamburger. Bon appétit!

This last day is going to be very special, as I'm going to show you the most iconic places in New York to end this spectacular trip on a high note.

Climbing the Empire State Building is a must-do experience with views of the Big Apple that will leave you speechless.

Go up to the 86th floor, the most economical option, and stop to contemplate the beauty of the city. One last snapshot to remember the city of skyscrapers from above. Although you also have the option of going up to the 102nd floor by booking these tickets, you'll be amazed by the views!

The contemporary charm of MoMA

Another must-see in New York is MoMA, the world's most important museum of modern art. Get ready to see the works of your favorite artists, such as Van Gogh, Dalí, and Warhol, up close.

But that's not all you can enjoy; there are also important collections of photography, film, and design. A real gem that you can't miss!

I recommend booking your tickets in advance, as it is one of the most visited museums, and planning your visit, as it is huge and there is a lot to see inside.

Chelsea Market: a culinary experience

Head to the Meatpacking District, a former industrial area of slaughterhouses converted into a trendy neighborhood with boutiques, art galleries, and amazing restaurants.

Among the varied gastronomic offerings, I recommend visiting Chelsea Market. Inside, you can try their specialty, seafood, as well as various international dishes.

Indulge in the sweets at Amy's Bread or the doughnuts at Doughnuttery. You can also pick up some of the freshest produce in the market's basement or take home a souvenir.

Times Square and Broadway

And to end your stay, you'll want to visit Times Square, if you haven't already had the chance to do so, but this time to contemplate the square from the stairs and watch the hundreds of people wandering from one side to the other.

All eyes are scattered in this place, where it is impossible to focus on a single point as dozens of LED screens flood the site. But we're going to try. Take a seat, focus on one point, grab your camera, and press the shutter. There's your special moment to share with the world. Bye Bye New York!

Check out the 10 best Broadway musicals of 2021/2022 if you want to enjoy your favorite musical to round off your trip.