New York City In 1 Day: What To Do And Where To Go

One day in New York City itinerary is incomplete without Central Park. The city's vibrant green heart is a manmade oasis perfect for a little calm in the middle of the concrete jungle.

With over 800 acres of green and lush lawns to ponds, there is so much to explore. However, as time is on a crunch so here are a few things you should see and do here.

• Head to the Bethesda Terrace
• See the beautiful cast iron bridge, Bow Bridge
• Check out the Strawberry Fields
• Get coffee from one of the amazing restaurants inside Central Park

You can easily spend an hour or two exploring this beautiful landmark.

Did you even go to New York if you didn't eat bagels? NYC is known for the delicious bagels; many say it is because of the water there.

It is a perfect way to fuel up for the day. You will find perfectly delicious bagels all over the city, but as time is limited, finding a spot closer to Central Park is the best option.

If you want something other than the plain ones, many eateries offer options such as Rainbow Bagels, Cinnamon Raisin, Cranberry Raisin, Everything Bagels, Bagel sandwiches, and more.

Here are some best-rated bagel places near Central Park.

• Tal Bagels
• Ess-a-Bagel
• H&H Bagels
• Best Bagel & Coffee
• Bagelworks
• Broad Nosh Bagels & Deli
• Zabar's

1 day New York trip for the Gossip Girl fans has to include the stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Blair and her girls sat on these iconic stairs, and many of the memorable scenes were filmed here.

Exploring the entire museum will take a whole day, so just walking on the iconic stairs is also a good idea when the time is limited.

It is just a couple of minutes walk from Central Park or a few minute's ride away (depending on which part of Central Park you are at or which Bagel store you went to).

It is highly recommended that you sit here, people-watch for a bit, enjoy your breakfast bagel, and click some photos.

Save a chunk of your day for exploring Midtown. Here include some popular and important landmarks that are must-see.

Firstly, head to the Radio City Music Hall, which is less than 3 minutes walk from Rockefeller Center. The next stop is St. Patrick's Cathedral, which is about 5 minutes on foot.

Rockefeller Center, which is just a minute or two away is also a must-visit. If you are visiting during the holidays, this is surely an unmissable spot. The Christmas tree and ice skating on the rink is surely the best.

Finally, by this time it will be noon, so best to go to the Top of the Rock to take in the city views. It is definitely one of the best observatories, and a must-have in your New York City bucket list.

Pizza in New York is a must-eat food for anyone visiting for the first time or even the 100th time. 

Just a short walk from the Top of the Rock, explore the beautiful Grand Central Terminal and get to a local pizza place.

A local cheap pizza place or an Italian spot, or a gourmet restaurant, you can choose from either for a delicious lunch. Here are some amazing places for pizza near the Grand Central Terminal.

• Cipriani Dolci
• Roberta's Pizza
• Market Cafe & Brick Oven Pizza
• Uncle Paul's Pizza NY
• Bravo Pizza
• Previti Pizza 41st St.
• Patsy's Pizzeria
• Uncle Paul's

One day in New York what to do? With a little time left in the day, explore the West Village and have an early dinner.

Popular for its bohemian past, this area is filled with NYU students, skateboarders, and street performers. Stroll around to see the streets filled with majestic townhouses and hidden bars and restaurants.

The food here is diverse and satisfies your every craving. Here are some restaurants to try in West Village:

• Morandi
• The Vibe
• The Lavaux Wine Bar
• Jack's Wife Freda
• The Mary Lane
• Semma
• Jeju Noodle Bar
• Taco Mahal

Sunset in New York is beautiful and calming, just like everywhere else in the world. With such a hectic and activity-filled day, watching the sunset will bring just enough amount of serenity.

The sun sets later in the summer days whereas in the winter days, it sets a little earlier. So do plan accordingly if you do not want to miss it.

Capture a time-lapse of the moment to keep it as a beautiful memory.

If you are already tired from the long day, you could end it after sunset and go back to the hotel. However, if you still have some energy left, head to Times Square.

Head to LoL Times Square Comedy Club if you want to experience a comedy show. 

Click some iconic (of course touristy) pictures at Times Square. The lights, billboards, and people all make it a wonderful experience.

End the night sipping some cocktails and drinks at the rooftop bars.

New York in one day guided sightseeing tour is also available for people who do not want to do it on their own. You can make the most of your time in NYC with these kinds of tours.

Some of the highlights of this tour include:

• Travel by the Staten Island Ferry and Bus
• Pay respects at the 9/11 Memorial
• Explore Central Park
• See the Rockefeller Center
• Hop on the Ferry ride to see the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
• Listen to informative commentary on the people and history that shaped NYC

Travelers love and choose these kinds of tours as they are comparatively convenient. They also get to ride on a luxury ferry cruise and a packed itinerary.

Price: Starting from $99

Meeting Point: 770 7th Ave, Midtown West

An expert local tour guide narrative, the Staten Island Ferry, transportation with luxury buses, and bottled water on buses are included with the price.