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Itineraries & Trip Ideas

There’s so much to see and do in Lower Manhattan. To help you plan your trip, we’ve come up with some sample itineraries to fit a slew of time constraints to make sure you don’t miss all downtown has to offer.

Lower Manhattan is a bridge to our nation’s history and a gateway to New York City’s future. Amazing things are happening here. There’s so much to see and do, one or two days is hardly enough time. If a trip to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty is in your plans, two days is what you’ll need to get a start on all Lower Manhattan has to offer.

How to Enjoy Lower Manhattan in One Day
How to Enjoy Lower Manhattan in One Day

If you’ve got only one day to explore downtown, there are a few must-sees for you to hit up.

How to Spend Two Days in Lower Manhattan
How to Spend Two Days in Lower Manhattan

There’s so much to do in Lower Manhattan, two days here will only begin to scratch the surface.

Walking Tours in Lower Manhattan
Walking Tours in Lower Manhattan

The best way to understand this dynamic neighborhood is to take a guided tour with one of our top tour companies in Lower Manhattan.

Six Ways to Enjoy Lower Manhattan's Waterfront
Six Ways to Enjoy Lower Manhattan’s Waterfront

Did you know…That Lower Manhattan is one of… if not the only… neighborhood in Manhattan surrounded on three sides by water? Sure is!The…

Historical Highlights
Historical Highlights

From City Hall to The Battery, this tour affords a unique window onto Lower Manhattan and offers visitors an overview of some of the most significant…

A Kid's Guide to Lower Manhattan
A Kid’s Guide to Lower Manhattan

There’s no better neighborhood to be a kid.

A Walkable Guide on Public Art
A Walkable Guide on Public Art

The walkable square mile south of Chambers Street is, in fact, a grand, open-air museum, with dozens of permanent and temporary installations of…

Getting to (and Around) Lower Manhattan
Getting to (and Around) Lower Manhattan

With multiple subway lines, bus routes, Citi Bike stations and ferries, it’s never been easing to get to-and-from downtown.

How to Hit Up All of Lower Manhattan’s Most Instagrammable Spots in One Day
How to Hit Up All of Lower Manhattan’s Most Instagrammable Spots in One Day

Need some fresh content for your social media feeds? We’ve got you covered.

A Solo Traveler’s Guide to Lower Manhattan 
A Solo Traveler’s Guide to Lower Manhattan 

If you’re looking to enjoy a solo day in Lower Manhattan, here’s our recommended itinerary for a full day of eating, drinking and activities.

How to Have a Family-Friendly Day Out Downtown
How to Have a Family-Friendly Day Out Downtown

Lower Manhattan has plenty of things to keep kids entertained, you just have to know where to look.

Around the World in Lower Manhattan in 48 Hours
Around the World in Lower Manhattan in 48 Hours

Downtown, you’ll find dozens of globally inspired restaurants and meaningful historic sites, all within one square mile.

Live Like a Local for a Day in Lower Manhattan
Live Like a Local for a Day in Lower Manhattan

If you want to feel like a real New Yorker, you’ve got to hit up the spots that only locals know about.


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