Exploring Manhattan
Hello Lykkers, welcome to Manhattan, the bustling heart of New York City!
This guide will help you make the most of your trip with a detailed two-day itinerary, complete with expenses for an unforgettable adventure.
New York
Day 1: Explore Manhattan’s Essentials
Morning: Times Square
Start your Manhattan journey at Times Square, known for its dazzling billboards and lively atmosphere. Grab a coffee from Blue Bottle Coffee on 47th Street. Expect to spend around $5 for a coffee and a light snack.
Times Square
Lunch: SoHo
Head to SoHo, a vibrant neighborhood perfect for dining and shopping. Enjoy lunch at Jack’s Wife Freda, where Mediterranean dishes like the peri-peri chicken will cost approximately $20 per person (cost may vary).
SoHo
Jack's Wife Freda
Afternoon: Central Park
Next, spend your afternoon in Central Park. Rent a bike for around $15 per hour or a rowboat for $20 per hour (cost may vary). Alternatively, you can relax by Bethesda Terrace for free and enjoy people-watching.
Central Park
Dinner: Upper East Side
For dinner, visit The Smith on the Upper East Side, known for its classic New York brasserie atmosphere and delicious mac & cheese. Dinner here will cost about $30 per person. End your night with drinks at the 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar; expect to spend around $20 for a drink with a view (cost may vary).
The Smith
230 Fifth Rooftop Bar
Day 2: Iconic Sights and Hidden Gems
Morning: Empire State Building & The MET
Start your day with a visit to the Empire State Building. Tickets for the 86th-floor observation deck are around $45. Afterward, head to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. General admission is suggested at $25 (cost may vary).
Empire State Building
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Lunch: Chinatown
For lunch, head to Chinatown and enjoy dim sum at Nom Wah Tea Parlor. Expect to spend around $20 per person on a variety of dumplings and small dishes (cost may vary).
Chinatown
Nom Wah Tea Parlor
Afternoon: Statue of Liberty Adventure
In the we afternoon can catch a ferry from Battery Park and visit the Statue of Liberty. Bonus: we’ll also get amazing views of the Manhattan skyline on the way back. It’s like checking off two icons in one shot. Ferry tickets cost approximately $25, which includes access to Liberty Island and Ellis Island (cost may vary).
Statue of Liberty
Dinner: Little Italy
End your trip with dinner in Little Italy at Patsy’s Italian Restaurant. Enjoy a hearty Italian meal for about $30 per person. For dessert, grab a cannoli from Ferrara Bakery & Cafe, costing around $5.
Little Italy
Patsy's Italian Restaurant
Ferrara Bakery & Cafe
Where to Stay
To make your stay comfortable, consider these options:
The Bowery Hotel: Chic and trendy, with rates starting around $300 per night (cost may vary).
The Ned NoMad Hotel: Luxurious with stunning rooftop views, starting at $400 per night (cost may vary).
Pod 51: Budget-friendly with rates around $150 per night (cost may vary).
The Bowery Hotel
The Ned NoMad
Pod 51
Fun Fact
Did you know? Manhattan’s street grid, designed in 1811, makes navigating the city straightforward. This organized layout is one reason why getting around is so easy, even for newcomers.
We hope this guide helps you make the most of your Manhattan adventure. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, enjoy every moment in the Big Apple. Safe travels and have an amazing time exploring all that Manhattan has to offer!
