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2 days · New York itinerary

New York in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in New York lets you see the icons and more. This 2-day itinerary covers Liberty and downtown on day one and Midtown on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Liberty & downtown
  2. 2Day 2: Midtown & decks
  3. 39/11 Memorial
  4. 4Broadway evening

Day 1: Liberty & downtown

Ferry to Liberty and visit the 9/11 Memorial.

Day 2: Midtown & decks

Go up a skyscraper and walk Central Park.

Evening: Broadway

See a world-famous show.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in New York — prices per person.

50-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise
New York City
50-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise
5.0(377)·50 min
from$25/ person
via Viator
New York 9/11 Memorial With a Personal Story
New York City
New York 9/11 Memorial With a Personal Story
5.0(47)·1h 30min
from$350/ person
via Viator
NYC Private Midtown Tour Plus Empire State Building Observatory
New York City
NYC Private Midtown Tour Plus Empire State Building Observatory
5.0(26)·1h 30min
from$270/ person
via Viator
Statue of Liberty Speedboat Tour - from Chelsea Piers
New York City
Statue of Liberty Speedboat Tour - from Chelsea Piers
5.0(193)·30 min
from$60/ person
via Viator
Wall Street 9 to 11 Memorial and Lower Manhattan Walking Tour NYC
New York City
Wall Street 9 to 11 Memorial and Lower Manhattan Walking Tour NYC
5.0(238)·2h 15min
from$39/ person
via Viator
Grand Central Terminal Tour with Optional Empire State Access
New York City
Grand Central Terminal Tour with Optional Empire State Access
4.9(26)·2–3 hours
from$32/ person
via Viator
80-Minute NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise
−15%
New York City
80-Minute NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise
5.0(257)·1h 20min
from$30$35/ person
via Viator
Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
New York City
Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
5.0(857)·2–4 hours
from$325/ person
via Viator

New York in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for New York?
Two days covers the icons — the Statue of Liberty and 9/11 Memorial downtown on day one, and the observation decks, Central Park and a Broadway show in Midtown on day two.
What should I not miss in 2 days in New York?
The Statue of Liberty, an observation deck, the 9/11 Memorial, a skyline cruise, Central Park, and a Broadway show.
Is a New York CityPASS worth it for 2 days?
Yes — if you plan to visit several decks and attractions, a city pass can save money over buying tickets individually for two busy days.

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