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It’s the largest catholic cathedral in the USA, another must-see landmark in the city. You’ll find it on your left after 49th St yet the street animation, yellow taxis, buildings and shops, will probably slow your pace.Īt the Rockefeller Center, a collection of 19 mostly art deco buildings, find Atlas watch the people skate go and see the giant Lego go to the top of the tower for a breathtaking view of the city or to the 65th floor bar for a drink have a look at the entrances of the buildings to admire the sculptures or murals.ĭ: Then, right across 5th Ave, you’ll find St. Otherwise try some department stores!Ĭ: Your destination is the Rockefeller Center. Grand Central and the library, as well as Central Park if you are ready to walk a bit more, have some. As for restrooms, it will be more difficult. Good to know: you will find everywhere places to eat and sit. Express buses are more expensive, but you can buy your ticket at the stop. Your Metrocard or OMNY account will work and will be valid for transfers to the Metro and other buses. Subway: Grand Central Station, lines 4, 5, 6, and 7(start and end).īus: use an app like Citymapper to find the best options with bus #, waiting time, list of stops, and where you are in the city once you've boarded. Highlights: Grand Central, Chrysler Building, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, Trump Tower, Central Park, Columbus Circle, Broadway, Times Square, New York Public Library. In any case, it will take you about 3 to 4 hours of strolling and taking pictures to complete it, much more if you visit all the attractions.

I begin it at Grand Central, but Times Square is also an interesting starting point. When I lead the walk, I often plan it to end at Times Square in the evening to enjoy the lights. It is also the first of my three best tours to introduce the city to newcomers. ​Walk in NYC # 1, the essential of Upper Midtown, is a 4 miles self-guided tour to discover the main sights of Upper Midtown.