Lonely Planet Pocket New York City

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! From sailing past the Statue of Liberty to strolling along the High Line, and enjoying the sweeping views of Manhattan from Brooklyn's vibrant waterfront park, this handy-sized Pocket guide uncovers the city's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood.

Designed specifically for trips between 1-7 days, this guide helps you find what you're looking for fast with its all-new structure and design. Get fresh takes on unmissable sights including the Empire State Building, Ellis Island, and Brooklyn Bridge, then explore exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries that help you create your ideal trip with suggestions tailored to your passions. Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and lead you to those 'don't miss' moments, while the new 'A Few Surprises' feature showcases New York City's best kept secrets and rising trends.

Inside you'll find clear Trip Planning pages with top pick lists and booking tips, extensive listings of the best restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors, plus an essential information toolkit covering transport, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, accessibility, and responsible travel. Complete with inspiring full-colour photography, detailed maps including a pull-out map of New York City, and coverage of Lower Manhattan, SoHo, Chinatown, East Village, West Village, Chelsea, Midtown, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Central Park, Harlem, Brooklyn and Coney Island - this is your key to hitting the ground running in this extraordinary city.