Cheap city break New York
New York is The City: Empire State, Times Square, Central Park and the best bagels in the world. Four seasons of energy, 24h life, 800+ languages. Flights from Schiphol from €400 return, 5 days from €1100 per person.
✈️ Plan your trip to New York →When is the best time to go?
April to June and September to October: 15-25 degrees, perfect for walking. Avoid July/August (35+, humid). December has Times Square and the Rockefeller Christmas tree.
The best neighborhoods in New York
- Manhattan / Midtown Empire State, Times Square, Central Park.
- Brooklyn / Williamsburg Hipster capital.
- Lower East Side Cocktail bars and speakeasies.
- West Village Charming streets, romantic.
- Harlem Authentic, soul food, jazz clubs.
Top 5 things to do in New York
- Central Park Free, 4 km long, in the heart of the city.
- Brooklyn Bridge walk Free, 30 min, best skyline view.
- Top of the Rock Better than Empire State, €40.
- Pizza at Joe's Slice for €3 since 1975.
- MoMA €25, first Friday of the month free after 4pm.
Flights + transport from the Netherlands
Directly from Schiphol to JFK (JFK) in 8 hour 30 minutes. KLM, Delta, United. AirTrain + Subway to Manhattan €13 in 75 minutes. Subway locally €3 per ride.
What costs a trip to New York?
Hostels from €40, mid-range hotels €200 to 350, vacation rentals €180 per night. Food: pizza slice €3, deli sandwich €15, restaurant dinner €35 to 60. A 20% tip is expected.
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Frequently asked questions about New York
When is the best time to visit New York?
April to June and September to October: 15-25 degrees, perfect for walking.
Which neighborhood is best to stay in New York?
Manhattan / Midtown is a good first choice: Empire State, Times Square, Central Park.
How do I get from the Netherlands to New York?
Directly from Schiphol to JFK (JFK) in 8 hour 30 minutes.
What costs a trip to New York?
Hostels from €40, mid-range hotels €200 to 350, vacation rentals €180 per night.