Day 1: Arrival In New York And Check In At Hyatt House Nyc Chelsea 3*
Welcome to New York the city that never sleeps! Your first day is dedicated to your arrival and check-in at the Hyatt House NYC Chelsea 3* a modern and bright hotel located in the heart of Chelsea a dynamic and central neighborhood.
Here are the options to reach the hotel from New York’s main arrival points:
From JFK Airport: Take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station then the subway E line to "23rd Street". The hotel is about a 10-minute walk from the station. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
From Newark Airport (EWR): Take the AirTrain to Newark Liberty Station then an NJ Transit train to Penn Station. From there take subway line A C or E to "23rd Street". About 1 hour travel time.
From LaGuardia Airport (LGA): Take the Q70 bus to Jackson Heights – Roosevelt Ave then the E line towards Manhattan to "23rd Street". The hotel is within a few minutes’ walk. About 1 hour travel time.
At the hotel check-in is from 3 PM. If you arrive earlier you can leave your luggage at reception and start exploring the neighborhood. Take the time to stroll along 9th Avenue enjoy a coffee at a local deli or relax in the nearby High Line park.
Let yourself be carried away by the energy of New York — your adventure starts here.
Day 2: Explore New York Freely With The Open Air Hop On Hop Off Bus
For this first full day in New York, enjoy total freedom. With your Big Bus Discover Ticket, explore the city at your own pace, comfortably seated on the open roof of a panoramic double-decker bus, eyes soaking in the skyscrapers.
You can start from any of the 20 stops on the route, including popular ones like Times Square, the Empire State Building, and the World Trade Center. The first bus departs at 9 AM (from M&M’s World at Stop 1), with buses running every 15 minutes until 5 PM, depending on the season.
Sit back, headphones on, and let the pre-recorded commentary guide you in five languages. Historical anecdotes, architectural secrets, and stories of the city’s iconic figures weave through your ride like a thread. From the upper deck, enjoy spectacular views: 5th Avenue, Broadway, the skyline from Westside Highway, and even glimpses of the Statue of Liberty.
With the Big Bus mobile app, track buses in real-time, locate nearby stops, and customize your route to suit your desires. Want to stroll through Soho? Climb the Empire State Building? Grab a hot dog at Bryant Park? Hop off, explore, then hop back on whenever the city calls you back.
A first day to savor New York in the open air, blending the city’s urban rhythm with the freedom to improvise. Because here, every street corner still holds a surprise.
Day 3: Free Morning And Breathtaking View From The One World Observatory
Start your day at your own pace: stroll through the lively streets of Chelsea, enjoy the local shops and cafés, or explore the Financial District at your leisure. In the mid-afternoon, head to the One World Trade Center, the tallest point in Manhattan and a symbol of resilience.
Here’s how to easily reach the site from your hotel:
On foot: about a pleasant 25-minute walk through Manhattan
By subway: take lines A, C, or E from 23rd Street station to World Trade Center (about 20 minutes)
By taxi or rideshare: around 10 minutes depending on traffic
At the top of the One World Observatory, located over 100 floors up, be amazed by a 360° panoramic view of the city, the Hudson River, and beyond. Discover the interactive programs “Voices” and “Foundations” which tell the story of the building and the people who built it, as well as a time-lapse video showing the development of the New York skyline since the 1500s. The Sky Portal offers a live view of the streets beneath your feet, while City Pulse provides personalized views using gesture recognition technology.
⏰ Entry is scheduled for the afternoon (exact time indicated on your voucher)
Location: One World Observatory, 117 West Street, New York, NY 10006
⏳ Duration: self-guided visit
⚠️ Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time to facilitate entry
A powerful and awe-inspiring moment, perfect for viewing the city from a unique perspective.
Day 4: Bike Ride In Central Park And Free Afternoon
Start your day with a nature escape in the heart of Manhattan with a 2-hour bike rental included. Explore Central Park, the city’s green lung, at your own pace. Whether you choose a hybrid bike, an eBike, a child’s bike, or a tandem, you’ll also receive a helmet, a color-coded map, and a lock to fully enjoy this adventure.
Here’s how to reach Central Park from the hotel:
- On foot: about a pleasant 15-minute walk
- By subway: take line C or E to 59th Street – Columbus Circle station, at the park’s southwest entrance
- By taxi or rideshare: about 10 minutes depending on traffic
After your bike ride, the afternoon is free to continue exploring the city, go shopping, visit a museum, or simply relax in a local café.
Day 5: Check Out And Final New York Moments…
All good things come to an end… or not quite yet. This morning, you will check out of the Hyatt House New York Chelsea 3* hotel. Rooms must be vacated by noon, but if your flight is later, feel free to leave your luggage at reception and enjoy a few extra hours of lightness.
Take a stroll in Central Park, savor a last coffee in the West Village, or enjoy some shopping on Columbus Avenue… every moment counts before heading home.
