Experience New York City

Lonely Planet’s Experience New York City is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Walk through Harlem’s rich literary history, treat your senses in Chinatown and explore bohemian Village haunts - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover New York’s best experiences and get away from the everyday!

Inside Lonely Planet’s Experience New York City:

Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip

Inspiring full-color travel photography and maps throughout

Pull-out New York City map (included in print version)

Highlights and neighborhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests

Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - Chinatown goodies, the Harlem Renaissance, Little Italy’s foodie culture, New York Fashion, Musical History and Broadway & New York Theatre

Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn’t thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights

Day trips for easy escapes from the city

Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the subway, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel

Covers Upper West Side, Central Park, Midtown, Chelsea, Greenwich Village & SoHo, TriBeCa & the Financial District, Chinatown, Brooklyn, East Village & the Lower East Side, Little Italy, Upper East Side, Harlem, Queens and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Experience New York City, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on New York’s best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip.

Visiting New York City for more than a couple of weeks? Lonely Planet’s New York City is our most comprehensive guide that covers all the city has to offer. Or for a quick trip, Pocket New York City is a handy-sized guide focused on the can’t-miss experiences.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.