8 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.

Kids will enjoy Central Park and Rockefeller Center. Step out of New York City to go to Bronx and see Bronx Zoo, which is approximately 36 minutes away. The adventure continues: enjoy breathtaking views from Empire State Building, admire the masterpieces at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), appreciate the history behind 9/11 Memorial, and get your game on at The Rink at Rockefeller Center.

For photos, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our New York City trip planner.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiports are La Guardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and John F Kennedy International Airport. December in New York City sees daily highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) so you can travel back home.