{"id":14835,"date":"2024-01-22T13:43:35","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T18:43:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newyorksimply.com\/?p=14835"},"modified":"2024-01-22T13:43:37","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T18:43:37","slug":"2-days-nyc-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newyorksimply.com\/2-days-nyc-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Spend 2 Days in New York City (An Expert Weekend Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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This guide on how to spend two days in New York City was written by Yana Beltran, co-founder of New York Simply (an official NYC partner of Apple Maps<\/a>). Glad to have you here!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

New York City is the largest city in the country, and exploring it over a weekend feels like an impossible task. But, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try, right?<\/em> For many folks 2 days in NYC isn’t ideal, but it’s the only way they can squeeze the City that Never Sleeps into a jam-packed schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you fall into this category, I get it. I hear you.<\/em> But man, I’m in love with this city and I’m determined to share it with everyone within earshot. So I took it upon myself to draft an itinerary for 2 days in New York City. Let’s dive right in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visiting New York City?<\/strong> If you haven’t decided where to stay (yet) check out our helpful guide on Where to Stay in New York City (The 10 Best Neighborhoods for First Timers +3 to Avoid)<\/a><\/strong>. Don’t have time? Here’s my favorite hotel in NYC,<\/a> hands down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Who is this New York City 2 Day Itinerary Ideal For?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This entire list is created for visitors that plan to spend 48 hours in NYC, taking it a step further, we’ve tailored it for first time visitors especially. Now that doesn’t mean this post won’t be helpful if this is a return trip! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The list is peppered with recommendations that may be new-to-you while visiting NYC for 2 days. What’s more, the guide is quite flexible. You can easily swap attractions you’ve seen before with new experiences. Our 2 day NYC itinerary is meant to seamlessly take you through the city without unnecessary fuss, let’s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Is Two Days in NYC Enough Time?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Honestly, no. But we’ll take what we can get. In my opinion, two days in New York City is enough time for a quick first impression (consider it speed dating). As long as you go into the trip knowing you won\u2019t see everything<\/em> the city has to offer, you’ll enjoy your time. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ll highlight iconic restaurants, important historic buildings and the best things to do (year-round) for those wondering about what to do with 2 days in New York City. Give yourself some grace and enjoy the time you have in the Big Apple. We’ll be here when you come back (with more recommendations and tips, to boot). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Itinerary for 2 Days in NYC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Day 1 Itinerary <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your first day in the Big Apple is meant to be special and I want to give you a great introduction to the city I love so much. We have a lot of ground to cover since you’ll only have two days in NYC, so we’ll do a lot of walking. Just remember, any aches your feet might have are temporary, but the memory of New York will last a lifetime. With that said let’s hit the ground running!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top sights for day one<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n