5 days in New York City Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Dylan's Candy Bar, The High Line, Statue of Liberty National Monument, and other attractions. On the 28th (Fri), snap pictures at Brooklyn Bridge, look for gifts at Dylan's Candy Bar, and then enjoy breathtaking views from Empire State Building. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Sat): take in panoramic vistas at Top of the Rock, then don't miss a visit to Statue of Liberty National Monument, and then appreciate the history behind 9/11 Memorial.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, go to the New York City online tour planner .

Milwaukee to New York City is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Milwaukee in February, things will get somewhat warmer in New York City: highs are around 46°F and lows about 29°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to travel back home.