NYC in a day?

Question

Going on a bus trip, mid-May, only have from 10:30 AM to 7PM, wanting to sitesee and shop, any suggested itineraries? (being dropped at Hilton on 6th)

Answer 1

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In One Day

I got the itinerary from Frommer's but I edited out some stuff that you won't have time for and, really isn't worth the time.
If you want to see the original go to http://frommers.com/destinations/newyorkcity/0021020766.html


1. Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise-- By starting your day on the water on this 2-hour half-island cruise, you'll get a very good overview of Manhattan. On the cruise you'll pass by the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, see the Lower Manhattan skyline, proceed up the East River where you will cruise under the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg bridges, and view the United Nations and the east side skyline, including the Empire State Building and Chrysler Building.


2. Empire State Building-- It's an 8-block walk down Fifth Avenue from Grand Central Station to the Empire State Building. Let's hope it's a beautiful day because I want your view from the top of this historic structure, the tallest building in New York, to be pristine. You already have your tickets (don't you?), so you don't have to wait at the ticket booth. The elevator will zip you up to the 86th story observatory where you will get a panoramic view of Manhattan.


3. Rockefeller Center-- Just a short walk from MoMA is the famous Rockefeller Center complex. If you are here during the Christmas holidays, you'll fight the crowds for a glimpse of the famous Christmas tree and the skaters in the small rink below. If your timing is right, you might just be able to squeeze in the 70-minute NBC Studio Tour. If not, you'll see famous Radio City Music Hall and 30 Rockefeller Center where, by the time you read this, you will be allowed to visit the newly opened observation deck on the 70th floor. Across the street you'll see the city's biggest Catholic church, St. Patrick's Cathedral.

4. Fifth Avenue--Is a street an attraction? When it's one of the most famous in the world, it is. Walk north up Fifth Avenue from Rock Center and pass big name stores like Saks Fifth Avenue, Henri Bendel, the NBA Store, Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Bergdorf Goodman, and FAO Schwarz, reopened after being closed for nearly a year. You'll also see the recognizable Trump Tower from the popular The Apprentice series. At 59th Street you'll see the ornate Plaza Hotel, which, at press time, was fated to become part condominium, part hotel. Across the street, you'll see the southern end of Central Park.

5.Central Park!!! The best entrance is at 59th Street. That's near where the zoo is, the horse carriage path and beautiful clock.

6. Times Square-- If you have time for a Broadway show in the afternoon go for it! The afternoon matinees are cheaper, too! If not, then just check out Times Square. The lights are blinding, the crowds are thick, and the noise is infernal, but that's Times Square. There's nowhere quite like it in the world.

Here's a map:
http://frommers.com/images/destinations/maps/jpg-2006/21_thebestofnycin1day.jpg
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%%%%%%%%%%Although the person below me had good suggestios...you only have a few hours in NY. That is too much to do in less than a day.%%%%%%%%%%%%%

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Shop on Canal Street, then 14th Street. If you have time left over go to Macy's on 34th and Seventh. To get to Canal Street, take the 1, 2, or 3. To get back up to 14th, take the 1,2, or 3. And to Get to Macy's same subway line 1,2, or 3. That should make an interesting shopping day. By the way the 1 is local, and 2, 3 are expresses.

Answer 4

Hey There! Take it from a local, you don't want to miss this stuff!

1. Staten Island Ferry Ride (free)
2. MOMA and MET Museums
3. West Village shopping and people watching, also Magnolia Bakery cupcakes at 12th st and Bleecker
4. Roosavelt Island Tram Ride is great fun
5. Coney Island!!!!
6. Central park Carriage Ride
7. Star/Celeb stalking at stage doors of broadway shows
8. Indeed see Blue Man Group
9. Check out a local comedy club where they feature up and coming locals/amatuers for $5 cover or less (Comic Strip Live)
10. Culture Club 80's Dance Club for nightlife, WAY fun!