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One Week New York City Itinerary: A First-Time Traveler's Guide

One Week New York City Itinerary: A First-Time Traveler's Guide

Experience the best of New York City in one week, visiting iconic landmarks and neighborhoods like Times Square, Central Park, SoHo, and more. Enjoy Broadway shows, food markets, and classic dining spots.

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New York City 7-Day Itinerary

One week itinerary for first-time visitors to New York City covering iconic landmarks, neighborhoods, and experiences.

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1

Arrival and Times Square Exploration

Hotel Check-in

(Check-in)

Check-in at your New York City accommodation

Hotel in Manhattan
7 nights
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Walk to Times Square15mβ€’ 0.7 km

Explore Times Square

(Attraction)

Visit the iconic, bustling Times Square with bright lights and attractions

Times Square
1h 30m
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Walk to Broadway Theater District10mβ€’ 0.5 km

Lunch at Food Market in Midtown

(Restaurant)

Enjoy diverse street food and local eats at a popular Midtown food market

Midtown Food Market
lunchInternationalStreet Food
1h
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Walk to Broadway Musical Theater10mβ€’ 0.4 km

Broadway Musical Experience

(Experience)

Attend a popular Broadway musical show

βœ“ Show ticketβœ“ Seat reservation
3h

Dinner at Famous Movie Restaurant in Midtown

(Restaurant)

Dine at an iconic restaurant featured in famous movies in Midtown

Iconic Midtown Restaurant
dinnerAmericanDiner
2h
2

Central Park and Museum Day

Breakfast at Upper East Side Cafe

(Restaurant)

Start your day with breakfast at a popular cafe on the Upper East Side

Upper East Side Cafe
breakfastAmericanCafe
1h
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Walk to Central Park Entrance15mβ€’ 0.7 km

Central Park Walk and Exploration

(Attraction)

Enjoy the natural beauty and famous spots inside Central Park

Central Park
2h
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Walk to Metropolitan Museum of Art15mβ€’ 0.7 km

Visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art

(Attraction)

Explore the extensive collections and exhibits at The Met

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
3h

Lunch at Museum Food Court

(Restaurant)

Enjoy lunch at the museum's food court

The Met Food Court
lunchCafeAmerican
1h
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Walk to Upper West Side20mβ€’ 1.0 km

Free Time at Riverside Park

(Free Time)

Relax and stroll along the Hudson River at Riverside Park

Riverside Park
πŸ’‘ Walk the river pathπŸ’‘ Sit at a bench and enjoy viewsπŸ’‘ Photography
1h

Dinner in Upper West Side

(Restaurant)

Enjoy dinner at a popular Upper West Side restaurant

Upper West Side Restaurant
dinnerAmericanBar & Grill
2h
3

Statue of Liberty and Downtown Walks

Breakfast near Battery Park

(Restaurant)

Start with breakfast near Battery Park before ferry ride

Battery Park Breakfast Cafe
breakfastCafeAmerican
1h
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Walk to Statue of Liberty Ferry Terminal10mβ€’ 0.5 km

Statue of Liberty Island Visit

(Attraction)

Visit the Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island museum

Statue of Liberty
4h
⛴️
Ferry back to Battery Park30mβ€’ 4.0 km

Lunch at Stone Street Historic District

(Restaurant)

Enjoy lunch at a historic cobblestone street known for its restaurants

Stone Street Historic District
lunchAmericanPub
1h 30m
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Walk to Wall Street10mβ€’ 0.5 km

Wall Street and Charging Bull Visit

(Attraction)

See the famous Wall Street area and the Charging Bull statue

Wall Street
30m
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Walk to Brooklyn Bridge Entrance15mβ€’ 0.8 km

Walk Across Brooklyn Bridge

(Activity)

Enjoy a scenic walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge
walking
1h

Dinner in Brooklyn near Bridge

(Restaurant)

Dinner at a restaurant in Brooklyn with views of Manhattan skyline

Brooklyn Restaurant
dinnerAmericanSeafood
2h
4

Greenwich Village and SoHo Walks

Breakfast in Greenwich Village

(Restaurant)

Enjoy a laid-back breakfast at a local Greenwich Village cafe

Greenwich Village Cafe
breakfastCafeBakery
1h

Walking Tour of Greenwich Village

(Activity)

Explore historic streets, cafes, and shops in Greenwich Village

Greenwich Village
walking_tour
2h
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Walk to SoHo15mβ€’ 0.7 km

Shopping and Exploring SoHo

(Free Time)

Enjoy shopping at boutiques, art galleries, and cafes in SoHo

SoHo
πŸ’‘ Boutique shoppingπŸ’‘ Art galleriesπŸ’‘ Coffee shops
3h

Lunch at SoHo Food Market

(Restaurant)

Sample various street food and local delights at SoHo food market

SoHo Food Market
lunchStreet FoodInternational
1h
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Walk to Washington Square Park15mβ€’ 0.8 km

Relax at Washington Square Park

(Free Time)

Enjoy leisure time at the lively Washington Square Park

Washington Square Park
πŸ’‘ People watchingπŸ’‘ PhotographyπŸ’‘ Street performances
1h

Dinner at Iconic Movie Restaurant in Greenwich Village

(Restaurant)

Dine where famous movies were shot in Greenwich Village

Iconic Movie Restaurant
dinnerItalianAmerican
2h
5

Empire State Building and Midtown Highlights

Breakfast near Empire State Building

(Restaurant)

Enjoy a hearty breakfast near Empire State Building

Empire State Breakfast Cafe
breakfastCafeAmerican
1h
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Walk to Empire State Building10mβ€’ 0.5 km

Empire State Building Visit

(Attraction)

Visit the Empire State Building observatory deck for city views

Empire State Building
2h

Lunch at Koreatown

(Restaurant)

Sample Korean cuisine in the vibrant Koreatown neighborhood

Koreatown, Midtown Manhattan
lunchKorean
1h 30m
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Walk to Bryant Park10mβ€’ 0.4 km

Relax in Bryant Park

(Free Time)

Enjoy leisure time in the centrally located Bryant Park

Bryant Park
πŸ’‘ People watchingπŸ’‘ Visit the park kioskπŸ’‘ Photography
1h

Visit New York Public Library

(Attraction)

Tour the historic New York Public Library next to Bryant Park

New York Public Library
1h
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Walk Back to Hotel15mβ€’ 0.7 km

Dinner at Iconic Movie Location Restaurant

(Restaurant)

Dine at a restaurant featured in popular movies

Iconic Movie Restaurant Midtown
dinnerAmericanSteakhouse
2h
6

SoHo and Lower Manhattan Food & Shopping

Brunch in SoHo

(Restaurant)

Enjoy brunch at a trendy SoHo brunch spot

SoHo Brunch Cafe
brunchCafeAmerican
1h 30m

Shopping in SoHo Boutiques

(Activity)

Browse unique boutiques and art shops in SoHo

SoHo
shopping
3h
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Walk to Chinatown15mβ€’ 0.8 km

Explore Chinatown Street Markets

(Free Time)

Walk and shop in street markets of vibrant Chinatown

Chinatown
πŸ’‘ Street shoppingπŸ’‘ Try street snacksπŸ’‘ Visit tea shops
2h

Lunch at Chinatown Food Market

(Restaurant)

Eat delicious dishes at Chinatown food markets

Chinatown Food Market
lunchChineseAsian
1h 30m
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Walk to Little Italy10mβ€’ 0.5 km

Explore Little Italy and Cafes

(Free Time)

Stroll and enjoy Italian cafes and shops in Little Italy

Little Italy
πŸ’‘ Cafe visitsπŸ’‘ Italian pastriesπŸ’‘ Shopping
1h 30m

Dinner in Lower Manhattan

(Restaurant)

Dinner at a renowned restaurant in Lower Manhattan

Lower Manhattan Restaurant
dinnerItalianAmerican
2h
πŸš‡
Walk back to Hotel20mβ€’ 7.0 km
7

Final Day and Departure

Breakfast at Local Cafe

(Restaurant)

Enjoy breakfast at a cafΓ© near the hotel

Local Cafe
breakfastCafeAmerican
1h

Free time for last-minute shopping or walk

(Free Time)

Use this time to revisit favorite spots or shop for souvenirs

Manhattan
πŸ’‘ Shopping near hotelπŸ’‘ Walk in nearby parkπŸ’‘ Visit local cafe or bakery
2h
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Walk to Hotel Lobby5mβ€’ 0.2 km

Hotel Checkout

(Check-out)

Check-out from your accommodation and prepare for departure

Hotel in Manhattan