14 days in New York State Itinerary

New York City is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Central Park, wander the streets of Times Square, appreciate the history behind Statue of Liberty National Monument, and admire the landmark architecture of Grand Central Terminal.

To see other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our New York City travel tool.

Johannesburg, South Africa to New York City is an approximately 19-hour flight. Traveling from Johannesburg to New York City, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Johannesburg in June, you will find days in New York City are somewhat warmer (31°C), and nights are much hotter (21°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls is known for nature, casinos, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the fascinating underground world of Cave of the Winds, admire the majestic nature at Devil's Hole State Park, trek along Niagara Gorge Trail, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Goat Island.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Niagara Falls trip planner.

Getting from New York City to Niagara Falls by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New York City in June, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Niagara Falls, with lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can drive to Rochester.

On the 5th (Wed), get engrossed in the history at The Strong National Museum of Play and then explore the activities along Erie Canal. Keep things going the next day: indulge your senses at Crush Beer & Wine Tours and then explore the landscape on two wheels at Erie Canal Trail.

For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Rochester online driving holiday planner.

You can drive from Niagara Falls to Rochester in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Rochester are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to fly back home.