1 day in New York City tour includes chilling at Central Park and eating some delicious bagels. You can also see some popular landmarks, eat some delicious food, and ride the subway.
This itinerary includes Times Square, Central Park, Lower Manhattan, MET, West Village, and Midtown. So, here is a detailed itinerary that includes where to go, what to do, where to eat, and more.
One day in New York City itinerary is incomplete without Central Park. The city's vibrant green heart is a manmade oasis perfect for a little calm in the middle of the concrete jungle.
With over 800 acres of green and lush lawns and ponds, there is so much to explore. However, as time is on a crunch so here are a few things you should see and do here.
Head to the Bethesda Terrace
See the beautiful cast iron bridge, Bow Bridge
Check out the Strawberry Fields
Get coffee from one of the amazing restaurants inside Central Park
Did you even go to New York if you didn't eat bagels? NYC is known for the delicious bagels; many say it is because of the water there.
It is a perfect way to fuel up for the day. You will find perfectly delicious bagels all over the city, but as time is limited, finding a spot closer to Central Park is the best option.
Here are some best-rated bagel places near Central Park.
1 day New York trip for the Gossip Girl fans has to include the stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Exploring the museum can take a whole day, so you can just walk on those iconic stairs.
It is just a couple of minutes walk from Central Park or a few minute's ride away (depending on which part of Central Park you are at or which Bagel store you went to). It is highly recommended that you sit here, people-watch for a bit, enjoy your breakfast bagel, and click some photos.
Save a chunk of your day for exploring Midtown. Here are some popular and important landmarks that are must-see. Firstly, head to the Radio City Music Hall, a 3-minute walk from Rockefeller Center followed by St. Patrick's Cathedral, about 5 minutes on foot.
Rockefeller Center is also a must-visit if you are on during the holidays, this is surely an unmissable spot. The Christmas tree and ice skating on the rink are the best. Finally, by this time it will be noon, so best to go to the Top of the Rock to take in the city views.
5. Explore Grand Central Terminal And Grab A Pizza Nearby
Pizza in New York is a must-eat food for anyone visiting for the first time or even the 100th time. Just a short walk from the Top of the Rock, explore the beautiful Grand Central Terminal and get to a local pizza place.
A local cheap pizza place an Italian spot, or a gourmet restaurant, you can choose from either for a delicious lunch. Here are some amazing places for pizza near the Grand Central Terminal.
Cipriani Dolci
Roberta's Pizza
Market Cafe & Brick Oven Pizza
Uncle Paul's Pizza NY
Previti Pizza 41st St.
Patsy's Pizzeria
6. Chill At West Village And Splurge On A Gourmet Meal
With a little time left in the day, explore the West Village and have an early dinner. Popular for its bohemian past, it is filled with NYU students, skateboarders, and street performers.
Stroll around to see the streets filled with majestic townhouses and hidden bars and restaurants. The food here is diverse and satisfies your every craving. Here are some restaurants to try in West Village:
The sunset in the evening in New York is beautiful and calming, just like everywhere else in the world. With a hectic and activity-filled day, watching the sunset will bring just enough serenity.
The sun sets later in the summer whereas in the winter, it sets a little earlier. So you should plan accordingly if you do not want to miss it. Capture a time-lapse of the moment to keep it as a beautiful memory.
If you are tired from the long day, you could end it after sunset and go back to the hotel. However, if you still have some energy left, head to Times Square.
Head to LoL Times Square Comedy Club if you want to experience a comedy show. Click some iconic (of course touristy) pictures at Times Square. The lights, billboards, and people all make it a wonderful experience.
New York in one day guided sightseeing tour is also available for people who do not want to do it on their own. An expert local tour guide narrative, the Staten Island Ferry, transportation with luxury buses, and bottled water on buses are included.
Travelers love and choose these kinds of tours as they are comparatively convenient. They also get to ride on a luxury ferry cruise and a packed itinerary.
