31 days in New York City Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Appreciate the collections at 9/11 Memorial and DM Weil Gallery. Get a sense of the local culture at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Statue of Liberty National Monument. You'll find plenty of places to visit near New York City: Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum (in Hyde Park), Hudson Beach Glass (in Beacon) and Bronx Zoo (in Bronx). There's still lots to do: shop like a local with Fifth Avenue, admire the striking features of Empire State Building, take in the pleasant sights at Times Square, and pause for some serene contemplation at St. Patrick's Cathedral.

To see photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our New York City online road trip planner.

In August, daily temperatures in New York City can reach 84°F, while at night they dip to 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.