The best months to visit New York City are Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov. 15–25°C, mild & pleasant.
Quick facts
Currency USD ($) 1 EUR ≈ $1.08
Language English Spanish widely spoken too
Timezone EST (UTC-5) EDT (UTC-4) Mar–Nov
Best Months Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov 15–25°C, mild & pleasant
Daily Budget ~$120–180 Hostel, street food, transit
Visa ESTA / B1-B2 VWP countries need ESTA ($21)
When to go
Eight million stories stacked in steel and stone, where every subway stop is a different universe.
Getting Around in New York City
- NYC subway runs 24/7: get a 7-Day Unlimited MetroCard ($34) or use OMNY contactless pay (auto-caps at $34/week)
- Walking is the best way to experience Manhattan. Most avenues are 750ft apart, crosstown blocks are 250ft
- Uber/Lyft work well but surge pricing is brutal during rush hour. Yellow cabs are often cheaper for short trips
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full New York City travel guide.
Timezone: EST (UTC-5) (EDT (UTC-4) Mar–Nov)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit New York City?
The best months to visit New York City are Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov (15–25°C, mild & pleasant), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the New York City budget breakdown.
