The Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge over the East River in New York
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New York

Museums, parks, and river walks

Plan with AISee the 3 itinerariesPhoto by Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash
Best timeSpring or fall for mild weather and lower humidity.
Typical trip length4–14 days
On travli3 itineraries
Getting aroundSubway is fastest; walking works within neighborhoods.
CurrencyUS Dollar. Credit cards accepted everywhere.

About New York

New York spreads across islands and rivers with a grid of streets and avenues. Visitors find art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art. Historic sites include Federal Hall National Memorial and the 9/11 Memorial Museum.

Brooklyn offers Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Heights Promenade for open space. The High Line cuts through Manhattan with elevated views. This city fits a long weekend focused on museums, parks, and short walks between neighborhoods.

Why travelers love it

9/11 Memorial MuseumMuseum at the World Trade Center site that documents the September 11 attacks.Federal Hall National MemorialSite of the first US Capitol and George Washington's inauguration in 1789.The Metropolitan Museum of ArtThe Metropolitan Museum of Art displays art from ancient times to the present in New York.The Frick CollectionThe Frick Collection displays European art in a historic Fifth Avenue mansion.Central Park Conservatory GardenA formal garden in the northeast corner of Central Park with three themed sections.Brooklyn MuseumThe Brooklyn Museum holds one of New York City's largest art collections.

Top attractions

9/11 Memorial Museum
Museum9/11 Memorial MuseumNew York, United States
Federal Hall National Memorial
MonumentFederal Hall National MemorialNew York, United States
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
MuseumThe Metropolitan Museum of ArtNew York, United States
Brooklyn Heights Promenade
ViewpointBrooklyn Heights PromenadeNew York, United States
High Line
ParkHigh LineNew York, United States
Whitney Museum of American Art
MuseumWhitney Museum of American ArtNew York, United States
Central Park, New York
ParkCentral Park, New YorkNew York, United States
Brooklyn Bridge
MonumentBrooklyn BridgeNew York, United States
Empire State Building
MonumentEmpire State BuildingNew York, United States
DUMBO
NeighbourhoodDUMBONew York, United States
The Frick Collection
MuseumThe Frick CollectionNew York, United States
Central Park Conservatory Garden
ParkCentral Park Conservatory GardenNew York, United States

3 New York itineraries

New York, United States
New York, United StatesNew York City Long Weekend4 days · By travli
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Washington DC, United StatesWashington DC, Philadelphia and New York in 7 Days7 days · By travli
Washington DC, United States
Washington DC, United StatesWashington DC, Philadelphia and New York in 14 Days14 days · By travli

New York questions

Do I need to book the 9/11 Memorial Museum in advance?

Timed tickets are required. Reserve online at least one week ahead and arrive 15 minutes before your slot.

How do I get from the Upper East Side to Brooklyn by subway?

Take the 4 or 5 express from 86th Street straight to Borough Hall in Brooklyn. The ride takes about 25 to 30 minutes.

Are reservations required for the Whitney Museum?

Timed tickets must be purchased online. Same-day walk-up entry is rarely available on weekends.

Is the High Line free and what are the hours?

Yes, it's free. It's open daily, typically 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. in the warmer months and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in winter; check the High Line website for current hours.