7 days in New York State Itinerary

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

Get outdoors at Narwhal Yacht Charters and Bronx Zoo. The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Fifth Avenue are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Times Square, contemplate the waterfront views at Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, meet the residents at Central Park Zoo, and pause for some serene contemplation at St. Paul's Chapel.

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London, UK to New York City is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of flight and train. Traveling from London to New York City, you'll gain 5 hours due to the time zone difference. In December, daytime highs in New York City are 10°C, while nighttime lows are 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Niagara Falls.

The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sat): take in the dramatic scenery at Niagara Falls, trek along Niagara Gorge Trail, and then explore the fascinating underground world of Cave of the Winds. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Sun): admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls, head off the coast to Three Sisters Island, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Mary of the Cataract R. C. Parish, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Niagara Falls Observation Tower.

Plan my trip to Niagara Falls with suggested itineraries provided by Inspirock.

Traveling by combination of bus and flight from New York City to Niagara Falls takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from New York City in December; daily highs in Niagara Falls reach 3°C and lows reach -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.