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NYC in Two Days<\/h1>\n

Planning your trip to New York City can be exhausting! I’m going to begin by saying that seeing all of NYC in two days is nearly impossible. I have been living here for 10+ years and still haven’t seen all of New York City. But I put together a jam-packed itinerary that will allow you to see most of the main tourist sights in NYC in two days!<\/p>\n

A great way to split up your days<\/strong> is to divide Manhattan into two parts<\/strong>. One day arrange your schedule to see everything in Lower Manhattan, and the second arranges to see everything in Midtown Manhattan.<\/p>\n

You’ll cut down your travel time by huge amounts! What you will need: a positive attitude, patience, and comfortable shoes because touring can be exhausting<\/em>!<\/p>\n

Tip: <\/strong>A great way to see all of the sights in NYC is to take a Sightseeing Bus Tour<\/a>.<\/strong> You’ll learn facts about NYC while you cruise around all the top sights. Plus you can hop on and off as you please! <\/p>\n

Another Tip:<\/strong> If this is your first time in NYC and you plan on checking out more than one tourist attraction, you are best off buying<\/strong> an explorer pass<\/a> that lets you save 50%<\/strong> on admission fees from 80 famous monuments and museums such as the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, and Statue of Liberty to name a few.<\/p>\n

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Related:<\/strong>  <\/p>\n

12 hotels in NYC with Epic Views<\/a><\/p>\n

10 Best Things to Eat in NYC | Must Try Foods<\/a><\/p>\n

What to Pack for a Trip to NYC | NYC Packing List by Season<\/a><\/p>\n

10 Iconic Things You Cannot Miss in NYC<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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How to see NYC in Two Days: Day One<\/h2>\n

Lower Manhattan<\/h2>\n

Stop 1. See the Statue of Liberty<\/h3>\n

NYC’s most iconic lady is a must-see when in New York. Instead of hopping on the ferry and visiting Liberty and Ellis Island, I recommend admiring the view from Battery Park<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The ferry ride, especially in the summer can take up to 4 hours<\/strong> round trip due to long lines to board the boat. While in Battery Park, you can explore the newly renovated Pier 11 which offers a variety of restaurants and cocktail bars.<\/p>\n

Tip:<\/em><\/strong> My favorite photo op of the Statue of Liberty is at the point of the Battery Park Esplanade<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Stop 2: Snap a photo with the Charging Bull<\/h3>\n

The Charging Bull is one of the most famous statues in Lower Manhattan. Take your picture with the Bull and don’t forget to touch the bronze bull for good luck!<\/p>\n

As of March 2017, they have added another statue: Fearless Girl which is right in front of the Charging Bull.<\/p>\n

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Stop 3: Wall Street<\/h3>\n

Home to the Federal Reserve and the Stock exchange, Wall Street is a historic and iconic street to see. There are guided tours<\/a> of the neighborhood that cover the history of Wall Street here<\/a> like an insider, however, if you are on a time budget I would skip it until your next visit to NYC.<\/p>\n

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Stop 4: Explore Oculus & Grab a Bite (and a Glass of Wine)<\/h3>\n

The Oculus is Lower Manhattan’s newest attraction. This spectacular building is a must-see as it operates as the World Trade Center Transportation Hub and includes over 100 retail stores.<\/p>\n

If you plan on shopping during your trip, you may find this mall a less crowded option<\/strong> vs Soho or 5th Avenue.<\/p>\n

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Directly south of the Oculus is the newest location of Eataly<\/a>, an Italian market that has different counters offering sandwiches, coffee, gelato, and wine. Just the aroma alone will make you want to shop around!<\/p>\n

Another option for food and shopping <\/strong>in this neighborhood is Brookfield Place.<\/a> You can get there through the underpass in Oculus. This trendy and upscale mall offers luxury shops and Hudson Eats- a large open food hall overlooking the waterfront with outdoor tables.<\/p>\n

Restaurants include fast-casual options like the French Market Le District, Blue Ribbon Sushi, Chopt, Black Seed Bagels, Dos Toros, and many more!<\/p>\n

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Related: 10 Best Things to Eat in NYC | Must Try Foods<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Stop 5: Commemorate the 9\/11 Memorial<\/h3>\n

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Just outside of the Oculus you will find the 9\/11 Memorial<\/a>. This site honors those who lost their lives on 9\/11. This is an emotional place to experience, but the city has turned it into a beautiful memorial.<\/p>\n

You can book a guided tour<\/a><\/strong> of the area with admission to the museum here<\/a> for a closer look at what happened to 9\/11.<\/p>\n

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Stop 6: One World Observatory<\/h3>\n

Take in the view from the tallest tower in NYC from the One World Observatory. Going to the top is optional<\/em>, and I highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance to avoid long lines<\/strong>. From the top, you will see unobstructed views of downtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and New Jersey. <\/p>\n

You can pre-book your tickets here and skip the line<\/a>! I have been to the top of the Empire, and the Rock, but the WTC views are my favorite.<\/p>\n

Be sure to go when the clouds are minimal<\/strong> to get the best out of your experience. If it’s raining the visibility will be very low, so I would visit another day. I suggest booking your tickets in<\/p>\n

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Stop 7: Take a Walk on the Brooklyn Bridge<\/h3>\n

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The Brooklyn Bridge is about a 15-minute walk from the World Trade Center. The entrance to the Brooklyn Bridge Promenade is where Centre Street and Park Row meet.<\/p>\n

Walking the complete bridge after touring all day may be too much, but you can get the gist of it by walking part way and back.<\/p>\n

Tip:<\/strong><\/em> If you really want to experience to Brooklyn Bridge, I recommend starting your day<\/strong> walking the bridge from the Brooklyn<\/strong> side into the city. Then you can explore this itinerary backward starting with the Brooklyn Bridge, then heading to Stop 6 then Stop 5, etc.<\/p>\n

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Related:<\/strong> 10 Iconic Things You Cannot Miss in NYC<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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