New York City, USA-2-day-itinerary

Day 1: Friday

Morning

  • 8:00 AM: Start your day with a classic New York breakfast at Russ & Daughters Cafe (127 Orchard St) - try their bagels with smoked salmon and cream cheese!
  • 9:00 AM: Take the subway to Grand Central Terminal (4, 5, 6, or 7 train from any direction)
  • 10:00 AM: Visit the iconic New York Public Library (476 5th Ave), a stunning Beaux-Arts building with a peaceful reading room and exhibitions.

Afternoon

  • 12:00 PM: Grab lunch at Shake Shack (multiple locations) - get their famous burger, hot dogs, or frozen custard!
  • 1:30 PM: Explore the Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 5th Ave), one of the world’s largest and most renowned museums. Spend a few hours browsing through the vast collections.
  • 4:00 PM: Take a stroll through Central Park, exploring the Bethesda Fountain, Loeb Boathouse, or renting a bike for a leisurely ride.

Evening

  • 7:30 PM: Head to Times Square (42nd St and 7th Ave) for dinner and entertainment. Try Carmine’s (205 W 52nd St) for Italian-American cuisine and catch a Broadway show!
  • 10:00 PM: End your day with a walk across the High Line, an elevated park built on an old rail line.

Day 2: Saturday

Morning

  • 9:00 AM: Start at the Top of the Rock Observation Deck (30 Rockefeller Plaza) for panoramic views of the city. Take in the sights and snap photos!
  • 11:00 AM: Visit the Museum of Modern Art (11 W 53rd St), featuring an extensive collection of modern and contemporary art.
  • 1:00 PM: Grab lunch at Xi’an Famous Foods (multiple locations) - try their spicy lamb burgers or hand-pulled noodles!

Afternoon

  • 2:30 PM: Explore the historic Greenwich Village neighborhood, browsing through vintage shops like C.G. Connection (14 Perry St) and Magnolia Bakery (Multiple Locations).
  • 4:00 PM: Visit the Flatiron Building (175 5th Ave), a iconic landmark with unique architecture.
  • 6:00 PM: Enjoy dinner at Carbone (181 Thompson St), an over-the-top Italian-American restaurant with retro flair!

Evening

  • 8:30 PM: End your weekend with a sunset cruise around Manhattan, taking in the city’s skyline from the water.