There is so much to do in NYC that it can be overwhelming planning a trip. As a New Yorker, NYC tour company owner and travel expert, I’ve put together the ultimate 3-day NYC itinerary on what you can’t miss if you’re visiting the city for a short period of time. Watch the video and download the itinerary below to make your trip to NYC your best trip yet!
Since three days is not a lot of time in the city, I recommend using Lyft to make the most of your time here if you are traveling between boroughs. If you’re traveling throughout Manhattan then the subway is generally the fastest option. To learn how all your transportation options, watch my video below. I recommend downloading Google Maps or CityMapper to help guide you around the city. They are generally the most accurate.
Below is a map of the spots by day. Day 1 is blue, day 2 is yellow, and day 3 is red. Use this alongside the itinerary to make it easier to explore the city. If you cannot see the map below, you can access it via this link on your phone.
The best way to have the ultimate 3-day trip to New York City is to hire a tour guide to show you around. Luckily I know someone that is pretty great; it’s me! lol You can book a private tour with me that includes high-res photography during your trip. Click here for more details on that.
There is so much more to do in NYC than I could possibly include in the ultimate 3-day NYC itinerary. If you are staying for longer (which I encourage) I recommend you check out my 7-day itinerary to NYC and watch my YouTube series on visiting the big apple. It will help you have the perfect trip!
