New York City, New York

Written By Kelsey Ciera Drew Adventurers

Statue of Liberty

Brooklyn Bridge

Note: 

Start point depends on your airport — includes walking and subway travel.

If flying into:

  • Newark Liberty International (EWR): Start at Ellis Island.

  • LaGuardia (LGA) or JFK: Start at the 9/11 Memorial.

9/11 Memorial & Museum

  • Visit the moving 9/11 Memorial and reflecting pools.

  • Note: The museum is closed on Tuesdays.

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

  • Book timed ferry tickets in advance from statue city cruises.

    • From Newark: Depart from Liberty State Park (NJ).

    • From LaGuardia or JFK: Depart from Battery Park (NY).

  • Return to New York on your return ferry.

  • The ferry stops at both Ellis Island (museum) and Liberty Island (Statue of Liberty).

  • Allow a few hours — ferries are scheduled and require airport-style security.

  • Tip: Ellis Island closes first, so plan accordingly.

Walk to Brooklyn Bridge (≈20 min)

  • Enjoy views of the skyline and the East River as you cross this New York icon.

Subway to Times Square

  • Take in the neon lights and energy of the city’s most famous crossroads.

  • Grab lunch from a food truck — plenty of options for a quick bite.

Walk to Central Park (≈15 min)

  • Follow this route for highlights:

    • Balto Statue → Bethesda Terrace → Bow Bridge

  • Relax and people-watch before heading out.

  • Return to your airport.

Time’s Square

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