7 days in New York City Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like St. Patrick's Cathedral and William Floyd Estate. Step off the beaten path and head to Bushkill Falls and High Point State Park. Explore New York City's surroundings by going to Fire Island National Seashore (in Patchogue), Soons Orchards & Farm Market (in New Hampton) and Ort Farms (in Long Valley). There's lots more to do: identify plant and animal life at Bayard Cutting Arboretum, appreciate the history behind 9/11 Memorial, browse the eclectic array of goods at Chelsea Market, and make a trip to Times Square.

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If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major airports are La Guardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and John F Kennedy International Airport. December in New York City sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.