3 nights, 4 days
New York City 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)
A 4-day route through New York City grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.
Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026
The whole route at a glance
Map and place data © OpenStreetMap contributors Lines are straight connections, not actual routes.
DAY 1
Around Statue of Liberty · Views & landmarks·Nature
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningStatue of Liberty
Views & landmarks
A large statue standing on Liberty Island in New York, given by France to commemorate the 100th anniversary of American independence. As a symbol of New York, it's best explored up close by ferry.
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After lunchLiberty Island
Nature · 0.1 km from the previous stop
An uninhabited island in New York Harbor, well known as the site of the Statue of Liberty. Designated a national park along with Ellis Island, it's regarded as a symbol of New York.
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AfternoonEllis Island
Nature · 1.1 km from the previous stop
This island at the mouth of the Hudson River is known as the place where immigrants to the United States were processed from 1892 to 1954. It offers a glimpse into the history of immigration.
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Evening40 Wall Street
Views & landmarks · 2.7 km from the previous stop
This 70-story skyscraper in Manhattan, New York, was the tallest building in the world when it was completed in 1930. Its distinctive blue-tinted spire makes it easy to spot on the skyline.
DAY 2
Around Central Park · Parks & gardens·Museums & galleries
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningCentral Park
Parks & gardens
A large park in the heart of Manhattan, New York, considered the most visited park in the United States. It has appeared as a backdrop in countless films and TV shows, so many corners feel instantly familiar.
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After lunchSolomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Museums & galleries · 0.6 km from the previous stop
A modern art museum in Manhattan, New York, whose spiral building designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright is itself a sight to see. You can view a wide range of works, from Impressionist to contemporary art.
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AfternoonAmerican Museum of Natural History
Museums & galleries · 1.3 km from the previous stop
A natural history museum located in Manhattan, New York. It's also well known as the setting for the "Night at the Museum" film series.
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EveningUpper West Side
Shopping & districts · 0.7 km from the previous stop
The Upper West Side is a quiet residential neighborhood stretching west of Central Park, known for its tree-lined streets and charming brownstones. It's a great place for a relaxed stroll past distinctive cafés and shops.
DAY 3
Around Chrysler Building · Views & landmarks·Temples & religious sites
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningChrysler Building
Views & landmarks
An Art Deco building at the corner of 42nd Street and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, New York, completed in 1930. Having once been the world's tallest building, it stands as a defining landmark of the New York skyline.
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After lunchSt. Patrick's Cathedral
Temples & religious sites · 0.8 km from the previous stop
This Neo-Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral stands between Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue in Manhattan, New York, across from Rockefeller Center. As the seat of the Archdiocese of New York, it makes a lovely stop on a walk through the area.
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AfternoonBank of America Tower
Views & landmarks · 0.8 km from the previous stop
A 55-story skyscraper rising in Midtown Manhattan, New York, completed in 2009. It's a great landmark for taking in the modern skyline of the city.
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EveningMidtown Manhattan
Shopping & districts · 0.1 km from the previous stop
Midtown Manhattan is the heart of New York, home to major landmarks like the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and Times Square. It's the perfect place to soak up the city's energy and striking skyline.
DAY 4
Around Times Square · Parks & gardens·Views & landmarks
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningTimes Square
Parks & gardens
Times Square is a bustling intersection where Broadway meets 7th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York. Famous for its Broadway theaters and dazzling billboards, it draws visitors from around the world.
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After lunch30 Rockefeller Plaza
Views & landmarks · 0.6 km from the previous stop
Located in Rockefeller Center in Manhattan, New York, this building was completed in 1933 and still serves as NBC's headquarters today. Anyone touring Rockefeller Center is bound to pass by it.
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AfternoonRockefeller Center
Views & landmarks · 0 km from the previous stop
A complex of buildings between Fifth and Sixth Avenues in Manhattan, New York, home to several skyscrapers. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1987, it's one of New York's premier attractions.
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EveningTrump Tower
Views & landmarks · 0.6 km from the previous stop
Trump Tower is a skyscraper in New York, the city's 54th tallest building. It stands out as a landmark amid the Manhattan skyline.
Where to stay for this itinerary
Around Statue of Liberty, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.
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Casa Cipriani New York
3.0 km · New York
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Sonder at Battery Park
3.1 km · New York
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Courtyard New York Downtown Manhattan/World Trade Center Area
3.4 km · New York
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Tribeca Hotel
3.4 km
4.0 (1) -
The Washington
3.4 km · New York · The Washington New York City
4.0 (1) -
Club Quarters Hotel at World Trade Center
3.4 km · New York
5.0 (1)
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