12 days in New York City, Niagara Falls & Raleigh, Durham & The Triangle Itinerary

New York City is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the pleasant sights at Central Park, take in panoramic vistas at Empire State Building, admire the masterpieces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and admire the striking features of Grand Central Terminal.

To see maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the New York City trip planner.

London, UK to New York City is an approximately 11-hour flight. You'll gain 5 hours traveling from London to New York City due to the time zone difference. Traveling from London in September, things will get somewhat warmer in New York City: highs are around 31°C and lows about 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) so you can fly to Niagara Falls.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Niagara Falls: Patriots and Heroes Park (in Williamsville), Richardson Olmsted Campus (in Buffalo) and Our Lady of Victory National Shrine & Basilica (in Lackawanna). There's lots more to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Cave of the Winds, admire the landmark architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, go for a walk through Goat Island, and take in the dramatic scenery at Bridal Veil Falls.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Niagara Falls trip itinerary maker app.

You can fly from New York City to Niagara Falls in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from New York City in September: high temperatures in Niagara Falls hover around 28°C and lows are around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Durham.

Venture out of the city with trips to Cary (Fred G. Bond Metro Park & Apex Community Park) and Raleigh (Pullen Park & Fletcher Park). There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Sarah P. Duke Gardens, relax in the rural setting at Waller Family Farm, examine the collection at The Carolina Basketball Museum, and gain insight at Duke University.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and tourist information, go to the Durham route maker.

You can fly from Niagara Falls to Durham in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Niagara Falls in September, things will get a bit warmer in Durham: highs are around 32°C and lows about 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) early enough to fly back home.