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Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to New York City – and discover twice the city in half the time!
Discover New York City’s most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises – neighbourhood by neighbourhood – with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From sailing past the Statue of Liberty, to strolling along the High Line, and enjoying the sweeping views of Manhattan from Brooklyn’s vibrant waterfront park.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet’s Pocket New York City travel guide:
- Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 – 7 daysÂ
- Find what you’re looking for fast with this guide’s all-new structure and design and navigate New York City with easeÂ
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the Empire State Building, Ellis Island, and Brooklyn Bridge
- Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passionsÂ
- Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood’s personality and get you to those ‘don’t miss’ sightsÂ
- Discover ‘A Few Surprises’ in a new feature that showcases New York City’s best kept secrets and rising trendsÂ
- Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our ‘Getting Around’ section
- Make quick travel decisions using ‘Trip Planning’ pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advanceÂ
- Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
- Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of New York City
- Covers: Lower Manhattan; SoHo, Chinatown, Nolita & Little Italy; East Village & Lower East Side; West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District; Union Square, Flatiron & Gramercy; Midtown; Upper East Side; Upper West Side, Central Park & Harlem; Brooklyn plus a day trip to Coney Island
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Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city – neighbourhood by neighbourhood – and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet’s Pocket New York City.
