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.

Take a break from the city and head to Long Beach and Kayaking & Canoeing. Do some cultural sightseeing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Statue of Liberty National Monument. Explore New York City's surroundings by going to Fire Island National Seashore (in Patchogue), Ponquogue Beach (in Hampton Bays) and Gateway National Recreation (in Sandy Hook). There's still lots to do: stroll through Hamilton Grange National Memorial, go for a walk through The High Line, admire the striking features of Empire State Building, and take in the waterfront at Belmar Beach.

To find where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the New York City trip itinerary builder.

In June in New York City, expect temperatures between 80°F during the day and 65°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.