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4 days in New York at Christmas

📅 4 days · 3 nights💵 ≈ US$718 per person with flights✈️ Priced for December 2026👨‍👩‍👧 Family🗓 Best: Apr–May, Sep–Oct, Dec
💵 About US$718 per person with flights from Toronto (US$2,872 for 2 adults and 2 children)

Priced for travel in December 2026. Prices change with dates: peak holidays cost more, quieter months less. Pick your own dates with “Customise this trip” and the planner shows prices for them.

Experience the magic of Christmas in New York City with your family, from the iconic Rockefeller Center tree to ice skating in Central Park. Enjoy Broadway shows, festive window displays, and delicious pizza in the heart of the city.

DAY 1Arrive in New York City≈ US$238 pp
05:15🚆

Travel to the airport in Toronto

Taxi, ride-share or transit · arrive 3 hours before the flight · cost depends on where you live

09:00✈️

Flight from Toronto to New York City

Lands at 10:30

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≈ US$141 pp
11:15🚆

Taxi to hotel

About 30 min from the airport

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US$11 pp
11:45🛏

Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South (3 nights)

3 nights in New York City · ~US$247 per night · Arriving before check-in time: leave your bags and explore · Times Square

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US$185 pp
12:45⭐

Ice Skating at Rockefeller Center

Enjoy skating surrounded by the iconic Christmas tree.

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US$14 pp
14:30🍽

Lunch at Joe's Pizza

Famous for its classic New York slices.

US$7 pp
15:45⭐

Rest after travelling

Free time to rest at the hotel or wander nearby

Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at Ellen's Stardust Diner

Enjoy dinner with singing waitstaff in a retro diner.

US$21 pp
DAY 2Rockefeller Center & Ice Skating≈ US$81 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South

At your hotel, or a café nearby

09:30📍

Rockefeller Center Tree

Iconic Christmas tree, a must-see during the holidays!

Free
11:00📍

Central Park

Enjoy a scenic walk or a fun family bike ride.

Free
12:30🍽

Lunch at The Modern

Enjoy a family-friendly menu with a view of the sculpture garden.

US$28 pp
14:00📍

Central Park Zoo

Visit the zoo and see the sea lions and penguins!

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US$14 pp
16:00📍

FAO Schwarz

Explore the iconic toy store and enjoy interactive games.

Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at Carmine's Italian Restaurant

Family-style dining with delicious Italian dishes.

US$39 pp
DAY 3Central Park & Fifth Avenue≈ US$85 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South

At your hotel, or a café nearby

09:15📍

Fifth Avenue Window Displays

Explore the festive holiday window displays on Fifth Avenue.

Free
11:00📍

Central Park South Entrance

Enter Central Park and enjoy a stroll through its scenic paths.

Free
12:30🍽

Lunch at Serafina

Enjoy family-friendly Italian fare at this popular restaurant.

US$21 pp
14:00📍

Broadway Show

Catch a family-friendly Broadway show for a memorable experience.

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US$35 pp
17:30⭐

Fifth Avenue Shopping

Explore shops and enjoy the festive atmosphere on Fifth Avenue.

Free
19:00🍽

Dinner at Carmine's Italian Restaurant

Share a family-style meal at this lively Italian eatery.

US$28 pp
DAY 4Broadway Show & Pizza≈ US$32 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South

At your hotel, or a café nearby

11:15⭐

Check-out from Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South

Check out

Free
11:30🚆

Taxi to airport

Arrive 3 hours before the flight

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US$11 pp
13:00🍽

Lunch at the airport

After check-in and security

US$21 pp
15:00✈️

Flight from New York City to Toronto

Flight home

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≈ US$141 pp
🚆

Travel home from the airport

Taxi, ride-share or transit · cost depends on where you live

Prices are estimates per person, checked November 2026, for 4 travellers sharing, shown in US$. Times are a guide: check opening hours before you go. Booking links go to our travel partners; we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Planned with the Nanajee AI trip planner and reviewed by Nanajee Travels.

Questions about this trip

How much does a 4-day trip to New York City cost?

About US$718 per person (US$2,872 for 2 adults and 2 children) for this 4-day plan travelling in December 2026, including return flights from Toronto (about US$282) and 3 nights in a mid-range hotel, sharing a room. Without flights it is about US$436 per person. These are estimates checked in November 2026; prices change with dates, and peak holidays cost more.

What is the best time to visit New York City?

Late November to early January for the lights and window displays; April–May and September–October for comfortable walking weather.

How many days do you need in New York City?

4 days (including travel days) covers the highlights: Rockefeller Center & Ice Skating; Central Park & Fifth Avenue. For a slower pace or more day trips, add a day or two with “Customise this trip”.

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. Press “Customise this trip” and the free Nanajee planner opens with this trip filled in. Change the length, dates, budget, who is coming or your home city, and you get a new day-by-day plan with costs in about a minute.

How do you get around New York City?

This plan uses taxi and domestic flight to get between places; local transport costs about US$21 per person for the whole trip. Each journey is shown on the day it happens, with its time and cost.

Where should you stay in New York City?

This plan uses Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South (Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South, New York City) (or similar), 3 nights in total, chosen to be close to the places you visit. Hotels cost about US$185 per person for the trip, sharing a room. You can pick a different hotel or area with “Customise this trip”.

Is this itinerary good for kids?

Yes. It is planned for 2 adults and 2 children, with family-friendly stops, meals at sensible times and realistic travel times between places. Tell the planner your children’s ages with “Customise this trip” to fine-tune it.