New York, New York: Definitely one of the most overwhelming cities to visit because there is just so much to do and so much to see while you’re there. I’ve visited three times, and during each trip, we packed in a ton of fun activities and delicious restaurants. My nine days in the Concrete Jungle feel like at least three months, as I’ve covered miles and miles of the city by foot (lesson learned the first time: pack comfortable shoes!).
“The glamour of it all! New York! America!”
-Charlie Chaplin
Instead of creating a City Guide like I have in the past, where I outline my favorite restaurants, activities and sites, I’ve created a three day itinerary which includes all of my ‘must do’s’ for NYC. I’ve also made a Google map of these locations, which you can access here. I find the city can be challenging to navigate, so I hope this helps!
Also, if you’re up for church on Sunday, you should definitely go to Hillsong NYC and C3 Brooklyn. I’ve been to the former (it’s incredible), and the latter was started a few years ago by a sweet couple I traveled to Manila with three years ago.
Three perfect days in New York City
Day 1
- Eat breakfast at Pastis in the Meatpacking District
- Shop at nearby boutiques (favorites include Kate Spade Saturday Pop Up and Rebecca Taylor on Gansevoort Street)
- Walk through Chelsea Market – spend time at Artists & Fleas (great vintage jewelry finds)
- Get on the High Line and walk it to the end (amazing photo opportunity)
- Walk or cab to the Gramercy Park Hotel and have a cocktail in the intimate lobby bar
- Eat lunch at nearby Barbounia (never ending bellinis for around $17) or Gramercy Tavern
- Take the subway or a taxi to the Empire State Building and go to the observation level (very touristy, but totally worth it), then take a cab to the hotel to get ready for dinner
- Enjoy dinner at Market Table (reservation highly recommended)
- Get frozen yogurt at nearby 16 Handles
- If you’re up for it, take a cab to get a cocktail at PDT (reservation required – I’ve never been, but heard it’s quite the event)