Is 3 days too short for New York?

Three days in New York City might not be enough to see the entirety of the city – after all, it is enormous – but those 3 days would be just enough to see a lot of its most popular attractions.



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With 3 days in NYC, you can see most of the major sights and landmarks. But to make the most of your time and money, remember your New York Pass. A lot of the activities and attractions mentioned in this post are included.

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New York is an exciting city, with lots to see and do, but you can get a lot of enjoyment out of a 4-day New York itinerary. Sure, you won't see and do everything there is to see and do in New York –but it's an expensive city and we don't all have a huge amount of time and money to spend.

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You need at least three days to really see the main highlights (though a “quick hits” tour could be done in a two-day NYC itinerary). However, I suggest 4-5 days to see the main sights without rushing too much.

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We went to NYC last year during Christmas for 5 nights. My husband and I budgeted about $2000(for personal expenses not including hotel room or air travel which were separate). It was more than enough.

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If you plan to stay at a 5-star hotel and dine at upscale restaurants in Manhattan, then a budget of $1000 is definitely not going to cut it. However, if you book a mid-tier hotel and take advantage of the many free things to do in New York, then a budget of $1000 is just fine.

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You'll need at least a full three days and two nights to get a taste of everything our city has to offer. Three of the most popular NYC attractions are the Statue of Liberty, The Empire State Building, and Central Park.

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One week in NYC gives you enough time to see all the popular attractions, visit historic sites, and really get to know the city. We put together an example of a popular 7 Days in New York City Itinerary to give you a little inspiration to start planning the perfect sightseeing itinerary.

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NYC On A Budget: 15 Tips For Cheap Travel To New York
  1. #1: Don't stay in Manhattan.
  2. #2: Use the subway to get around.
  3. #3: Eat like a local.
  4. #4: Take advantage of museum deals.
  5. #5: Don't spend $ chasing the best views—check out these free vistas instead.
  6. #6: Walk or bike between activities and sights.


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One week in NYC gives you enough time to see all the popular attractions, visit historic sites, and really get to know the city. We put together an example of a popular 7 Days in New York City Itinerary to give you a little inspiration to start planning the perfect sightseeing itinerary.

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One week in NYC gives you enough time to see all the popular attractions, visit historic sites, and really get to know the city. We put together an example of a popular 7 Days in New York City Itinerary to give you a little inspiration to start planning the perfect sightseeing itinerary.

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You could walk the 3.4km around York city walls in an hour or so. But, take in sights and the occasional pub en-route, and that hour could easily stretch into a day – and night. Yes, the walls even have in-built coffee shops. This one's The Perky Peacock under Lendal Bridge.

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The answer is yes, you will find some good food in that price range, you won't starve. Allowing maybe $100 per person per day will get you a nice dinner every night and an occasional sit down lunch too. Adding more to the budget means you can maybe go to a 5 star dinner for a splurge one night too.

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