9 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours and New York Botanical Garden. Bring the kids along to Central Park and Empire State Building. There's lots more to do: capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, see the interesting displays at New York Public Library, explore the world behind art at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and admire the landmark architecture of Rockefeller Center.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read New York City day trip planner.

Los Angeles to New York City is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 3 hours traveling from Los Angeles to New York City. When traveling from Los Angeles in December, plan for cooler days in New York City, with highs around 48°F, while nights are little chillier with lows around 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.