Lonely Planet New York City, Pocket

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to New York City—and discover twice the city in half the time! This handy-sized Pocket travel guide offers everything you need to explore New York City's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises, neighbourhood by neighbourhood.

Highlights of the Guide:

• Iconic Experiences: Sail past the Statue of Liberty, stroll along the High Line, and enjoy sweeping views of Manhattan from Brooklyn's vibrant waterfront park.
• Expert Planning: Build a trip to remember with insider knowledge and local know-how for trips ranging from 1 to 7 days.
• Effortless Navigation: Find what you're looking for fast with the guide's all-new structure and design, and navigate New York City with ease.

Must-Visit Sights:

• Fresh takes on iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn Bridge.
• Three Perfect Days itineraries to help you create your ideal trip, tailored to your passions and interests.

Explore Like a Local:

• Walking Tours: Discover each neighbourhood's personality and "don't miss" sights on foot.
• A Few Surprises: Uncover New York City's best-kept secrets and rising trends.
• Getting Around: Confidently navigate public transport with clear instructions and tips.

Plan with Ease:

• Trip Planning Pages: Quick tips and top pick lists to help you decide what to book in advance.
• Eat, Drink, and Shop: Extensive listings of the best restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors.

Essential Toolkit:

• Tips on arriving, transport, making the most of your time and money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel.
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps, including a pull-out map of New York City.

Areas Covered:

• Lower Manhattan
• SoHo, Chinatown, Nolita & Little Italy
• East Village & Lower East Side
• West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
• Union Square, Flatiron & Gramercy
• Midtown
• Upper East Side
• Upper West Side, Central Park & Harlem
• Brooklyn (plus a day trip to Coney Island)

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city—neighbourhood by neighbourhood—and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket New York City!