New York City Vacation Itinerary


Planning a trip to New York City?

Use these curated 4-day itineraries by Delta Vacations travel experts to explore this American gem—and easily book your flights, hotels, rides and activities all in one place.

Tours and activities (bolded below) can be added in the “Extras” section before checkout for a seamless travel experience.

DAY 1: Central Park Charm and Skyline Views


Central park Bow Bridge overlooking lake with New York CIty skyline reflected in the lake on a sunny day. Central park Bow Bridge overlooking lake with New York CIty skyline reflected in the lake on a sunny day.

ARRIVE:

  • Fly into LGA, EWR, or JFK and take a private transfer to your hotel

STAY: 

MORNING:

  • Grab a coffee and stroll through Central Park
  • Head to Columbus Circle and rent bikes. Ride through Central Park's scenic loops and make sure to stop by Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge

AFTERNOON:

  • Enjoy an elegant and iconic afternoon tea at The Plaza Hotel

EVENING:

  • Head to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt or Edge NYC using the NYC All-Inclusive Go City Pass for a thrilling observation deck experience with immersive art and panoramic views
  • Afterwards, grab cocktails at Bar SixtyFive at Rockefeller Center

DAY 2: Brooklyn Cool and Manhattan Magic


Sunrise view from the Brooklyn Bridge pedestrian walkway with New York City Skyline in the distance. Sunrise view from the Brooklyn Bridge pedestrian walkway with New York City Skyline in the distance.

MORNING:

  • Walk the Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan to DUMBO
  • Stop for photos and skyline views

AFTERNOON:

  • Eat at Peter Luger Steak House, an iconic Brooklyn institution
  • Explore the DUMBO neighborhood and wander through the cobblestone streets and boutiques while taking in the iconic Manhattan Bridge view

EVENING:

  • Return to Manhattan and get dazzled in Times Square
  • Head to The Knickerbocker's St. Cloud Rooftop for drinks

DAY 3: Arts and Culture


The Met Museum European sculpture court featuring classical statues and visitors. The Met Museum European sculpture court featuring classical statues and visitors.

MORNING:

  • Head to the Metropolitan Museum of Art – see works by Van Gogh, Monet and more

AFTERNOON:

  • Join a Secret Food Tour and discover hidden gems and local bites in neighborhoods like Greenwich Village or the Lower East Side

EVENING:

  • Get your tickets in advance to experience Broadway hits like Hamilton, MJ, or Hadestown

DAY 4: Farewell, NYC


New York City skyline at sunset with Manhattan skyscrapers and the Brooklyn Bridge over the East River. New York City skyline at sunset with Manhattan skyscrapers and the Brooklyn Bridge over the East River.

MORNING:

  • Grab breakfast at Bibble & Sip or Dominique Ansel Bakery
  • Take a private transfer back to LGA, JFK, or EWR

 DAY 1: Iconic NYC Welcome


The High Line at dusk with illuminated walkway and New York City skyline in the background. The High Line at dusk with illuminated walkway and New York City skyline in the background.

ARRIVE:

  • Fly into LGA, EWR, or JFK and take a private transfer to your hotel

STAY: 

MORNING:

  • Grab a coffee and stroll through Bryant Park

AFTERNOON:

  • See the iconic NYC skyline from a new perspective on the Statue of Liberty Cruise
  • Visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum for a powerful and moving experience

EVENING:

  • Dinner at Katz’s Delicatessen – try the legendary pastrami
  • After dinner, walk the High Line for sunset views and art installations

DAY 2: Culture and Dazzle 


Times Square at night with bright digital billboards, crowds, and traffic in New York City. Times Square at night with bright digital billboards, crowds, and traffic in New York City.

MORNING:

  • Explore the American Museum of Natural History
  • Don’t miss the dinosaur fossils and the Hayden Planetarium

AFTERNOON:

  • Lunch at Joe’s Pizza for a classic slice
  • Dessert at Junior’s Cheesecake near Times Square

EVENING:

  • Get dazzled in Times Square
  • Catch a Broadway show (book in advance for popular titles like Hamilton, Lion King, or MJ)

DAY 3: Brooklyn and Skyline Magic


Tourist photographing the Manhattan Bridge in Dumbo Brooklyn between historic red brick buildings. Tourist photographing the Manhattan Bridge in Dumbo Brooklyn between historic red brick buildings.

MORNING:

  • Walk the Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan to Brooklyn
  • Stop for photos and skyline views

AFTERNOON:

  • Lunch at Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain for retro vibes and great sundaes
  • Explore the DUMBO neighborhood and wander through the cobblestone streets and boutiques while taking in the iconic Manhattan Bridge view

EVENING:

  • Head to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt or Edge NYC using the NYC All-Inclusive Go City Pass for a thrilling observation deck experience
  • Enjoy immersive light shows and panoramic views of the city

DAY 4: Farewell, NYC


Statue of Liberty with Manhattan skyline and One World Trade Center at sunset over New York Harbor. Statue of Liberty with Manhattan skyline and One World Trade Center at sunset over New York Harbor.

MORNING:

  • Enjoy a final brunch at Balthazar or Sadelle’s
  • Take your private transfer back to LGA, JFK, or EWR

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Delta Vacations - Curated Itinerary Terms

  • Curated itinerary may include publicly available landmarks and/or destinations, activities that are administered by third parties that have no affiliation with DLV, and activities that require reservations through a third party. 
  • Recommendations in bold are administered by third parties with whom DLV partners to offer vacation packages, and are subject to applicable terms and conditions when booked through DLV as part of a vacation package.
  • Curated itinerary is for demonstration purposes only.
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