Stop 1:
10:30 AM
Golden Diner
123 Madison St (Manhattan)
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Itinerary - Ultimate Mix
Tourist Styled - Week 2
(Fast & Diverse + The Local Explorer)
R1: Monday
Chinatown +
Roosevelt Island + Long Island City + Greenpoint + Williamsburg
R2: Tuesday
Flatbush +
Bay Ridge + Staten Island + Battery Park + Tribeca + SoHo
R3: Wednesday
Financial District +
Liberty Island + Ellis Island + Governors Island + DUMBO
R:4 Thursday
Upper East Side +
Central Park + Upper West Side
R:5 Friday
Nolita +
SoHo + Little Italy + Tribeca
R:6 Saturday
Mill Basin +
Coney Island + Midwood + Sunset Park + Red Hook + Williamsburg
R:7 Sunday
Upper West Side +
Morningside Heights + Midtown
Mixing It Up
R1: Monday
Chinatown +
Roosevelt Island
Long Island City
Greenpoint
Williamsburg
R2: Tuesday
Flatbush +
Bay Ridge
Staten Island
Battery Park City
Tribeca
SoHo
R3: Wednesday
Financial District +
Liberty Island
Ellis Island
Governors Island
DUMBO
R4: Thursday
Upper East Side +
Central Park
Upper West Side
R5: Friday
Nolita +
SoHo
Little Italy
Tribeca
R6: Saturday
Mill Basin +
Coney Island
Midwood
Sunset Park
Red Hook
Williamsburg
R7: Sunday
Upper West Side +
Morningside Heights
Midtown
Mixing It Up
7 Stops Each
Monday
Chinatown ➔ Roosevelt Island ➔ Long Island City ➔ Greenpoint ➔ Williamsburg - R1
Welcome to Week 2. You’ve mastered the Manhattan grid, seen the heavy hitters, and now it’s time to break out of your comfort zone. Today is all about living like a local who feels completely comfortable navigating the city’s alternative transit. You are sleeping in, taking the tramway over the East River, riding the ferry to Queens, and staying out late into the Brooklyn night.
You are starting your second week by choosing an Asian-influenced diner that has taken over the internet with its pancakes.
Order: Honey Butter Pancakes; Homemade Granola & Yogurt — $$; Walk-in friendly
Transit to next stop: Walk to the East Broadway subway station | Train: Take the F train uptown to the Bleecker St/Broadway-Lafayette station, transfer to the 6 train uptown to the 51st St station | Walk: 3 min east.
You are stepping out of the city noise into a dedicated space for slowing down. This isn’t just a cafe; it features a traditional tea menu and a pottery studio.
Must-Do: Watch the pottery process while drinking their signature corn-infused matcha
Stop 2:
11:45 AM
Tearoom by Calmplex
231 E 50th St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Train: N or R train to Lexington Av/59 St | Walk: 3 min to 254 E 60th St | Tramway: Roosevelt Island Tramway to Roosevelt Island.
You just took the Roosevelt Island Tramway landing on the narrow island. You are walking to the southernmost tip to see the symmetrical white-granite monument.
Must-Do: Walk all the way up to the point of the park
Stop 3:
1:30 PM
Four Freedoms State Park
1 FDR Four Freedoms Park (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min north to the ferry terminal (Road 5 & East Rd) | Ferry: Take NYC Ferry Astoria Route to Long Island City | Walk: 2 min.
You just stepped off the NYC Ferry into Queens. You are here specifically for the unparalleled views of the Midtown Manhattan skyline.
Must-Do: Take a photo in front of the massive vintage red “Pepsi-Cola” sign!
Stop 4:
3:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
4-09 47th Rd (Queens)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min east into the LIC neighborhood.
You’ve crossed two rivers today and need a break before heading into Brooklyn. You are choosing a highly-rated local Japanese spot.
Order: Soufflé Pancakes; Matcha Latte — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 5:
4:30 PM
Vert Frais
43-10 Crescent St (Queens)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min to Court Sq Station | Train: G train to Greenpoint Ave | Walk: 10 min west to the water.
This former radio transmission site is now a beloved local park. You are here to sit on the open grassy pier and watch the sun set over the East River.
Must-Do: Walk out onto the pedestrian pier extending over the water
Stop 6:
6:30 PM
WNYC Transmitter Park
Greenpoint Ave & East River (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 15 min south down the vibrant streets of Greenpoint into Williamsburg.
You are embracing the Week 2 energy by staying out late. You are choosing a lush, botanical-themed local favorite.
Order: House Margarita; Truffle Fries — $$; Reservations recommended
Stop 7:
8:30 PM
Bedford Gardens
172 Bedford Ave (Brooklyn)
Stops :
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Tuesday
Flatbush ➔ Bay Ridge ➔ Staten Island ➔ Battery Park ➔ Tribeca ➔ SoHo - R2
You are officially leaving the tourist paths behind. You are venturing deep into the beautiful, residential neighborhoods of Brooklyn and crossing the Verrazzano narrows into Staten Island. You’ll take the iconic Staten Island Ferry back to Manhattan at golden hour, riding a glowing aquatic carousel before settling into a historic Tribeca happy hour and a late-night West Village dinner.
You are starting your day deep in Brooklyn. This is a local place thats perfect for a relaxed and late-morning start.
Order: Pastry; Fresh Brewed Iced Coffee — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 1:
10:30 AM
Victorian Cafe
1029 Cortelyou Rd (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min to Cortelyou Rd Station | Train: Q train to Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr, transfer to R train to 95 St | Walk: 10 min west to the waterfront.
You’ve traveled to the very edge of Brooklyn for an insane, unobstructed view of the massive Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and the open harbor.
Must-Do: Walk the waterfront promenade and take photos
Stop 2:
12:00 PM
Shore Road Park
Shore Road & 4th Ave (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min to 92nd St & Fort Hamilton Pkwy | Bus: S53 bus to Fingerboard Rd | Walk: 15 min north.
You just crossed over into Staten Island to visit this hidden gem of a waterfront park.
Must-Do: Relax on the grass by the historic Alice Austen House and take in the panoramic harbor views
Stop 3:
1:30 PM
Alice Austen Park
2 Hylan Blvd (Staten Island)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min to Bay St | Bus: S51 bus to St. George Ferry Terminal | Ferry: Staten Island Ferry to Whitehall Terminal | Walk: 5 min to Battery Park.
You just rode the Staten Island Ferry into Manhattan. Right where you land is this aquatic-themed carousel.
Must-Do: Ride the carousel as the late afternoon light starts to shift—the internal lighting of the glass fish is incredible
Stop 4:
3:30 PM
SeaGlass Carousel
Water St & State St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 30 min north up Greenwich Street to West Broadway.
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Happy Hour daily from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Drinks: $11 House Wine; $13 Winter Sangria and Palomaritas; $22 Tinis & Tots
Food: $2 Fresh Oysters; $9 Shrimp Cocktail; $10 Parmesan Truffle Fries; $33 Tiny’s Tipsy Tower
Stop 5:
4:30 PM
Tiny's & The Bar Upstairs
135 W Broadway (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min north to N Moore Street.
Just a few blocks away is the fully functioning firehouse used as the exterior for the Ghostbusters headquarters. It is a mandatory, quick pop-culture photo op.
Must-Do: Check the sidewalk outside the firehouse—they have the actual Ghostbusters logo painted on the ground
Stop 6:
6:45 PM
Ghostbusters Headquarters
14 N Moore St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min to Franklin St Station | Train: 1 train to Christopher St-Sheridan Sq | Walk: 5 min west.
You are ending this outer-borough day by choosing aa elite and dedicated pasta tasting experience.
Order: Chef’s Tasting Menu Pasta; Italian Red Wine Pairing — $$$; Reservations highly recommended
Stop 7:
8:00 PM
A Pasta Bar
236 W 10th St (Manhattan)
Stops :
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Wednesday
Financial District ➔ Liberty Island ➔ Ellis Island ➔ Governors Island ➔ DUMBO - R3
You are now a seasoned traveler who knows exactly how to navigate the city’s waterways. Today is entirely dedicated to island hopping. You are taking three different ferries to explore three iconic islands in the harbor, catching sunset from the water, and ending your night looking back at the glowing Manhattan skyline from the Brooklyn waterfront. You are staying out late and perfectly timing your stops to see the city lights turn on.
You are starting your island-hopping day in FiDi. You are choosing an ultra-modern, aesthetic coffee shop famous for its cream-topped coffees.
Order: Signature Einspanner Coffee; Almond Croissant — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 1:
11:00 AM
Ten Thousand Coffee
14 Wall St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 8 min south on Broadway to Battery Park | Ferry: Take the Statue City Cruises to Liberty Island.
You are stepping onto the island of the most famous monument in the United States. View the statue from every angle.
Info: Your are currently on Liberty Island!
Stop 2:
12:30 PM
Statue of Liberty
Liberty Island (New York Harbor)
Transit to next stop: Ferry: Statue City Cruises to Ellis Island (Note: This transit is already included in your initial ticket! and goes straight to next stop).
You are diving deep into the history of how millions of people arrived in America.
Info: Your are currently on Ellis Island!
Stop 3:
2:30 PM
National Museum of Immigration
Ellis Island (New York Harbor)
Transit to next stop: Ferry: Statue City Cruises back to Battery Park | Walk: 10 min northeast to Pier 11/Wall St | Ferry: Take NYC Ferry Governors Island Shuttle to Governors Island.
You’ve left the crowded tourist monuments for a massive, car-free island park that feels completely disconnected from the city’s chaos.
Must-Do: Rent a bike to ride the perimeter or walk up “The Hills” for an elevated view
Stop 4:
5:00 PM
Governors Island
Governors Island (New York Harbor)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min to Yankee Pier on Governors Island | Ferry: Take NYC Ferry South Brooklyn Route to DUMBO/Fulton Ferry | Walk: 3 min.
You’ve perfectly timed your arrival in DUMBO. You are choosing a legendary coal-fired pizza place.
Order: Traditional Coal-Fired Margherita Pizza; House Salad — $$; Walk-in friendly (expect a line)
Stop 5:
7:30 PM
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
1 Front St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min west along the waterfront park.
While it might be closed for riding this late, this stunning 1922 vintage carousel is encased in a massive glass pavilion. At night, it glows incredibly bright in the dark.
Must-Do: Take photos of the glowing carousel perfectly framed between the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges
Stop 6:
8:45 PM
Jane's Carousel
Dock St & Water St (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 2 min south down Water Street.
You are ending this massive island-hopping day with one of the most famous, upscale waterfront dining experiences in New York.
Order: Chef’s Signature Chocolate Brooklyn Bridge Dessert; Glass of Champagne — $$$$; Reservations highly recommended
Stop 7:
9:15 PM
The River Café
1 Water St (Brooklyn)
Stops :
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Thursday
Upper East Side ➔ Central Park ➔ Upper West Side - R4
You’ve hit your stride. Today, you are sleeping in, taking advantage of the warm weather, and starting your day in the afternoon. You’ll grab a refreshing drink, check out a local gallery, and relax in Central Park like a true New Yorker. You’ll perfectly time an Upper West Side happy hour, catch an evening performance at the legendary Met Opera, and push late into the night with an elevated post-show dinner.
You are starting late to enjoy the warm afternoon sun. You are choosing a premium local market known for having the perfect hot-weather refreshment.
Order: Fresh Fruit Smoothie; Market Snacks — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 1:
12:30 PM
Ouri's Market
1160 3rd Ave (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min south to 66th Street.
You are dipping into the local Upper East Side art scene. This intimate gallery focuses on contemporary art.
Must-Do: Spend some time taking in their current, rotating minimalist or contemporary exhibition
Stop 2:
1:30 PM
Franklin Parrasch Gallery
19 E 66th St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 15 min west directly into Central Park.
Since the weather is incredible, you are doing exactly what locals do: laying out on the massive 15-acre green lawn.
Must-Do: Take off your shoes, sit in the grass, and take a wide-angle photo of the skyscrapers framing the lawn
Stop 3:
2:45 PM
Sheep Meadow
1802 65th Street Transverse (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min northwest through the park.
You are exploring a hidden and tiny wooden shelter. This is one of the most peaceful, romantic spots in the entire park.
Must-Do: Sit inside the small wooden pavilion
Stop 4:
4:00 PM
Wagner Cove
W 72nd St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min west out of the park to Columbus Avenue.
You’ve built up an appetite for you to enjoy a good meal before your show.
Order: Mozzarella Sticks; Pesto Arancini; Aperol Spritz — $$; Walk-in for bar area
Stop 5:
5:00 PM
Parm
235 Columbus Ave (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min south down Broadway to Lincoln Center.
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The opera hosts shows on Sundays and on Tuesdays through Saturdays with various start times from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Booking strategy: Secure the 7:30 PM showtime for Thursday to have flow with this route!
Transit to next stop: Walk: 2 min across Columbus Circle.
The show let out late, and you are ready to cap off the night with a heavy-hitting meal. You are choosing top-tier tacos and margaritas to decompress.
Order: Guacamole en Molcajete; Tacos; Signature Margarita — $$; Reservations recommended
Stop 7:
11:40 PM
Rosa Mexicano
44 W 63rd St (Manhattan)
Stops :
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Friday
Nolita ➔ SoHo ➔ Little Italy ➔ Tribeca - R5
Your are leaning into the downtown aesthetic. You are starting late to reserve your energy for a massive night out. You’ll spend the afternoon boutique shopping through SoHo and Nolita, have a heavy lunch, and take a late-night stroll through Little Italy before capping off the night at a highly aesthetic rooftop.
You are choosing between an incredibly popular bagel shop that always has a crowd.
Order: Everything Bagel with Bacon, Egg, & Cheese; Iced Coffee — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 1:
1:00 PM
Leon's Bagels
181 Mulberry St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 4 min west on Spring Street to Lafayette Street.
This is your first retail stop. NYON has become one of the most recognizable streetwear and lifestyle brands in the city.
Must-Do: Check out their signature heavy-weight hoodies and take a photo in front of their highly aesthetic store display
Stop 2:
2:00 PM
New York or Nowhere
250 Lafayette St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 2 min north on Crosby Street.
You are escaping the high-end retail madness to step into one of the most beautiful, historic bookstore spaces in downtown Manhattan.
Must-Do: Walk up the spiral staircase to the second-floor balcony for a perfect photo looking down at the stacks
Stop 3:
2:45 PM
Housing Works Bookstore
126 Crosby St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min west on Prince Street and south on Wooster Street.
Multi-level flagship store is a treasure trove of authenticated luxury, offering everything from rare sneakers to high-end vintage bags.
Must-Do: Browse the massive handbag wall and check out the basement level for rare streetwear finds
Stop 4:
3:30 PM
The RealReal
80 Wooster St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 6 min east on Spring Street to Lafayette Street.
Here you’ll enjoy a heavy lunch. This place is very popular for brunch and sitting outside people watching.
Order: Fried Zucchini Chips; Peri-Peri Chicken Wings; Avocado Toast; House Cocktails — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 5:
4:30 PM
Jack's Wife Freda
226 Lafayette St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min east to Mulberry Street.
You are walking through the neon-lit, chaotic, and historic streets of Little Italy late at night.
Must-Do: Walk down Mulberry Street to soak in the bustling, loud, old-school atmosphere before heading toward Tribeca
Stop 6:
9:00 PM
Little Italy
Mulberry St & Grand St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min southwest down Canal Street to Walker Street.
This spot is a deeply trendy, 1970s-basement-themed hangout that also features a fantastic rooftop space.
Order: Signature Cocktails; Shareable Late Night Plates — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 7:
9:30 PM
The Flower Shop Rooftop
77 Walker St (Manhattan)
Stops :
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Saturday
Mill Basin ➔ Coney Island ➔ Midwood ➔ Sunset Park ➔ Red Hook ➔ Williamsburg - R6
You are taking full advantage of the summer heat. Today is a massive, sprawling adventure across Brooklyn that proves you are no longer a standard tourist. You will start deep in south Brooklyn, spend the hottest hours of the day on the beach, recover in a massive luxury spa, and chase the sunset up the coast through Red Hook before ending the night along the glittering Williamsburg waterfront.
You are starting your Saturday far off the Manhattan grid at a beloved Brooklyn bakery and restaurant.
Order: French Toast; Waffles with Ice Cream — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 1:
9:30 AM
Duet Bakery and Restaurant
6181 – 6183 Strickland Ave (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 2 min to Strickland Ave/Mill Ave | Bus: B3 bus to Avenue U Station | Train: Q train to Coney Island-Stillwell Av | Walk: 5 min south to the beach.
You are here to lay out on the sand, swim in the Atlantic Ocean, and soak up the absolute peak of Brooklyn summer energy.
Must-Do: Also go see Luna Park thats also in the same area!
Stop 2:
10:00 AM
Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk
Surf Ave & Beach 12th St (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 8 min to Coney Island-Stillwell Av Station | Train: F train to Avenue N | Walk: 2 min.
After baking in the sun for hours, you are heading to a massive, luxurious wellness complex for recovery utilizing their Eastern European banyas, saunas, and hydrotherapy pools.
Must-Do: Spend some time doing the hot-and-cold plunge circuits to completely reset your body
Stop 3:
1:00 PM
World Spa
1571 McDonald Ave (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 2 min to Avenue N Station | Train: F train to 4th Av-9th St, transfer to R train to 45th St | Walk: 5 min east.
Sitting at one of the highest points in Brooklyn, the sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline are insane and unmatched.
Must-Do: Grab a spot on the grass at the top of the hill to look out over the harbor as the sun begins to lower
Stop 4:
4:00 PM
Sunset Park
41st St & 5th Ave (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min to 4th Ave | Train: R train to 9th St | Bus: B61 bus to Van Brunt St | Walk: 2 min.
You’ve traveled to the edge of the water to visit a neighborhood that feels like a salty, isolated fishing village.
Order: Truffle Pizza; Cottage Fries — $$$; Reservations highly recommended
Stop 5:
5:30 PM
Red Hook Tavern
329 Van Brunt St (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 8 min to Red Hook / Atlantic Basin Ferry Terminal | Ferry: NYC Ferry (South Brooklyn Route) to South Williamsburg | Walk: 10 min north to the park..
You have taken the ferry up to this waterfront park that’s incredibly cinematic and a view of Manhattan skyline.
Must-Do: Walk the elevated catwalk and sit on the tiered wooden steps right on the East River to take in the nighttime views
Stop 6:
7:00 PM
Domino Park
15 River St (Brooklyn)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 3 min straight down Kent Avenue.
You are capping off your massive Brooklyn adventure with a late-night dinner at one of the most highly coveted spots in the neighborhood.
Order: Whipped Ricotta Toast; Handmade Fettuccine — $$$; Reservations highly recommended
Stop 7:
8:00 PM
Misi
329 Kent Ave (Brooklyn)
Stops :
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Sunday
Upper West Side ➔ Morningside Heights ➔ Midtown - R7
For your final day of the week, you are heading into the academic and historic heights of the city before looping back down for a sophisticated late-night Midtown finale. You will start on the Upper West Side, explore massive cathedrals and Ivy League campuses, visit the resting place of a US President, and eventually ride the train south to end your massive two-week journey with cigars, jazz, and late-night cocktails.
You are starting your Sunday with carbs. You are choosing a viral, rip-and-dip bagel experience that always draws a local crowd.
Order: Fresh Bagels; Scallion Cream Cheese Dip — $$; Walk-in friendly (expect a line)
Stop 1:
11:00 AM
Popup Bagels
338 Columbus Ave (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 5 min to 81 St-Museum of Natural History Station | Train: B or C train to Cathedral Pkwy (110 St) | Walk: 3 min west.
You have traveled uptown to see the largest Cathedral in the world. The sheer scale of this Gothic masterpiece is breathtaking.
Must-Do: Walk the full interior and outside to see the detail of the building
Transit to next stop: Walk: 8 min north up Amsterdam Avenue to 116th Street.
The sprawling, neoclassical architecture and manicured brick pathways provide a uniquely academic and historic contrast to the rest of the city grid.
Must-Do: Walk to the center of the campus and sit on the steps of the grand, domed Low Memorial Library
Stop 3:
1:45 PM
Columbia University
Broadway & 116th St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 12 min northwest to Riverside Drive.
This massive granite and marble mausoleum is the final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant. It is the largest mausoleum in North America.
Must-Do: Walk inside to look down into the circular crypt, and enjoy the river views from the outdoor plaza
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min southeast down Broadway to 112th Street.
You are taking a break at an absolute pop-culture staple. The exterior of this neon-lit diner was used as the famous “Monk’s Diner” in Seinfeld, making it a legendary photo op.
Order: Classic Milkshake; French Fries — $; Walk-in friendly
Stop 5:
4:00 PM
Tom's Restaurant
2880 Broadway (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 2 min to 110 St-Cathedral Pkwy Station | Train: 1 train to 59 St-Columbus Circle | Walk: 1 min.
This massive roundabout at the southwest corner of Central Park features the towering Columbus Monument.
Must-Do: Take photos of the monument framing the park entrance, and walk through the ground floor of the Time Warner Center
Stop 6:
5:30 PM
Columbus Circle
W 59th St (Manhattan)
Transit to next stop: Walk: 10 min southeast down Broadway to 56th Street.
You are pushing late into the evening and ending the week with sophisticated and classic New York energy. You are choosing a luxurious cigar and cocktail lounge.
Order: Truffled Popcorn; Barrel Aged Old Fashioned; Prosciutto Flatbread — $$; Walk-in friendly
Stop 7:
9:00 PM
The Carnegie Club
156 W 56th St (Manhattan)
