[5-Day New York City Deep Dive Itinerary] Explore Classic & Hidden Gems

🗺️Itinerary D1 Statue of Liberty + Financial District D2 Museums + Central Park + Broadway D3 High Line + Modern Landmarks + Night Views D4 Classic Neighborhoods + Shopping D5 Brooklyn + Farewell Tour 💰Money-Saving Tip The New York Pass is suitable for those visiting 5+ attractions (including the Statue of Liberty/Top of the Rock/Radio City Stage Door Tour, etc.), with single-day passes starting from $134. If you're only visiting 2-3 attractions, purchasing individual tickets is recommended. 🚇Transportation Tips Subway rides are $2.9 each way. Download the MYmta app for real-time updates. Avoid rush hour (8:30-9:30 am/5:00-6:30 pm). Walking across the Brooklyn Bridge takes approximately 25 mins. 🌟Daily Highlights [D1 Historical Tour] ▫️Statue of Liberty: First ferry departs at 8:30 am (purchase tickets in advance on the official website for $24.5) ▫️Charging Bull: Visit before 7:00 am for photos without the crowds ▫️9/11 Memorial & Museum: Must-see: the twin reflecting pools (free with the New York Pass) ▫️Oculus: A $4 billion architectural marvel, a photographer's dream [D2 Cultural Feast] ▫️American Museum of Natural History: Filming location for "Night at the Museum" ▫️Central Park: Rent a bike and visit Bethesda Fountain/Strawberry Fields ▫️The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Highlights: Van Gogh's self-portrait/Egyptian tombs ▫️Broadway: Discounted same-day tickets at the TKTS booth (opens at 3:00 pm) [D3 Landmark Exploration] ▫️The Vessel: Reservations required on the official website for this spiral structure ▫️The High Line: An elevated park built on former railway lines ▫️Rockefeller Center: Must-see during the Christmas season: ice-skating rink + giant Christmas tree ▫️Top of the Rock: Stunning night views (open until 11:00 pm) [D4 Neighborhood Stroll] ▫️Grand Central Terminal: Find the whispering gallery ▫️Flatiron Building: A 19th-century cast-iron architectural masterpiece ▫️SoHo: Home to designer brands ▫️Little Italy: Lombardi's is recommended for authentic pizza [D5 Farewell Tour] ▫️Staten Island Ferry: Free views of the skyline (ferries every 25 mins) ▫️Brooklyn Bridge: Best photo ops at sunrise/sunset ▫️DUMBO: Iconic Manhattan Bridge photo spot (Washington Street) 🏨Accommodation Areas ▫️Midtown Manhattan: InterContinental New York Times Square ▫️Upper West Side: Hotel Beacon (near the museum district) ▫️Brooklyn: The William Vale (rooftop pool) ⚠️Important Notes • Many museums have extended hours on Thursdays/Fridays • Allow 1 hr for security checks at the Statue of Liberty ferry • Make restaurant reservations (book through OpenTable) 📸Must-See Photo Ops Statue of Liberty ferry deck Brooklyn Bridge steel cables Manhattan Bridge archway in DUMBO Top of the Rock night view through the glass facade This itinerary involves approximately 20,000 steps per day. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. New York's charm lies in its street scenes. Take some time to people-watch at a corner café for the true city experience!