WHAT TO DO in New York City in 48 Hours! (First Trip to NYC)

We have never been to New York City until now! I still can’t believe we are finally here! We have two full days to see as much as we can! It will help that we decided to stay right in the center of Manhattan… literally in the middle of Times Square! This is a good thing and a bad thing as it is quite bright in our room at night at the Times Square Edition.
Day one… After getting our fill of taking in Times Square, we take the Big Bus (hop on hop off tour) to see some of the sights. We always love these tours as they are informative and a great way to see the city. Just be prepared for a slower pace due to the traffic… We start off in Midtown Manhattan and travel down 5th Avenue past the Empire State Building and the Flatiron Building. Our first stop to get off was in SoHo… we walked to Greenwich Village for pizza! First stop was John’s of Bleecker Street and then just a block away to Bleecker Street Pizza.
Back on the bus, we went through Chinatown & Little Italy and then got off at the Brooklyn Bridge stop and relaxed in City Hall Park for a bit. We decided to get off at this stop as it was nearest the 911 Memorial. This is a surreal location that everyone should visit. We were able to take in the festivities of a street market in World Trade Center Plaza with food from all over the world! Too bad we were so full from the pizza! Wandering around downtown we found ourselves at a rooftop bar on the Conrad Building called Loopy Doopy where they have a very unique cocktail including popsicles! We stayed to watch the sunset over New Jersey.
Hopping the subway for the first time on our trip, we make our way to Sarge’s Deli for dinner. Another food item, that we had to try was the pastrami & corned beef sandwich… and it didn’t disappoint! Luckily we had a 30 minute walk back to the hotel to burn some of those calories off!
Day two… Today is all about Central Park! It is about a 30 minute walk from our hotel but we grab Starbucks along the way for some fuel. We enter through the South side and just stroll. It is such a beautiful day, and a Saturday, so many of the locals are out enjoying the great weather. We stumble across sprawling lawns with people laid out on blankets, volley ball games, birthday parties, etc. Just about everything that could be happening that day was. We found some of the landmarks like Bethesda Terrace with the beautiful fountain and geese & ducks coming in and out of the pond; the Alice in Wonderland Statue and Belvedere Castle. We tried to find the spot of the snowball fight in Elf, but no luck!
Next stop is the Empire State Building! We have a CityPASS that gives us entrance to the observation deck and we didn’t want to miss it. And it was so much more than we expected! There are several floors of information and interactive exhibits about the building. It was the tallest building in the world when it was constructed in 1931. It was really cool to see the photos of the view of NYC then compared to what it looks like now. And of course, we made it to the top of the 86 story observation deck. It is incredible to see the views from there!
We end our trip to the Big Apple by seeing the city from the river. A sunset cruise is also part of the CityPass and at 7:00 we board our boat. THIS WAS THE BEST THING WE DID!!! First off, seeing the sunset over the city was breathtaking! But we floated past the Statue of Liberty right at dusk as well… just incredible! Then, when it is full dark, the lights of the city come on! This is something we will never forget!!
Ok, time for a good night’s sleep as we are boarding a cruise ship tomorrow!!
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[@dominiquebrown8790]

New York City is just one of those places you need to get to once in your lifetime. ❤

[@Kylemcelftesh133]

Beating cars and smoking people ni way

[@pen4tenn]

I was USAF spouse for 20 years, one of my dear friends was in the Pentagon, I haven't made it to NYC yet I am not sure I can. We are headed to Europe soon and we are visiting Normandy and Omaha Beach while there, I know I will have the emotions going. Thank you to your Son for his service to our Nation.

[@yogatron3290]

Recently went to 911 memorial, Once I saw and heard the water, I began to cry and become so overwhelmed with the thought of what actually happened on that day. I wept as If it was one of my loved ones were lost that day. My heart was so heavy. But It's absolutely beautiful! NYC is a great place to visit!

[@SharaPoet1]

Great vlog! My family is from NYC and though I grew up in Jersey, the city was just a train ride away and we were there often. You showed some of the best of my beloved city and I hope you get back there to explore more: go to a museum, see a show, etc. Love you two! ❤

[@EECCTravels]

We will definitely be back for more!

[@brendanschuierer4678]

Born & Raised On L.I., been to NYC many times. Seen more on your video than I have ever seen before. Glad you enjoyed your NYC vacation as I enjoyed watching it once more through your eyes. Thank you my friends.

[@niclesnyc]

48 hours isn't enough time, the best thing about NYC is seeing Broadway shows, I recommend Once Upon a One More Time and Funny Girl.

[@tonijohnson6335]

We have great memories of NYC, which is where we spent our Honeymoon almost 31 years ago. Such an exciting place!

[@ashleys4652]

What a great video! You really captured the vibe of the city! ❤🍎

[@lauriechrupcala551]

Absolutely loved this video. You guys rock. I'm a native NYer (I live in Queens) and work in Manhattan. You guys are one of the few Vloggers that really appreciated NYC and did it right even if it was only 2 days. My hard headed boyfriend even enjoyed it! He's a fan now. That interview with the Pizza owner was a great highlight! I love all your videos but this one was special to my heart! And you found the Hot Dog Guy (Billy) which showed your true know- how about NYC. You guys did NYC right and I enjoyed every minute of it. I always look forward to your next videos no matter where they are..

[@felixramirez6898]

This was a lot of fun , and the two of You are just the nicest people . Big Cheer`s !

[@angelabrown3994]

Looked like so much fun. You guys know how to make the best of whatever time you have. Love it ❤

[@imacrayzcritter]

You wore a Boston shirt to NYC? Brave soul. 🤣 Loved my meal at Juniors. I don’t think I’ve ever had a bad meal anywhere in NYC - and that includes a classic “dirty water” hot dog.

[@EECCTravels]

And no one said a word… 😃

[@fionacharrington7709]

Visited NYC in 2011 from Australia- 911 memorial was still under construction, but still a sobering experience. Thank you for reminding me of the memories and awesome experiences shared with my then 11 yr old ❤

[@joesimeao7611]

Welcome to my home love you guys enjoy your time here and yes les Halle's is amazing I've eaten there several times !!!!you guys need to come back soon for a longer stay travel safe

[@BedmanYT]

That was the best NY-Vlog I‘ve seen so far. Good work. We will be there in 4 weeks. Thx!

[@EECCTravels]

Thank you!! We hope you have an amazing time there in NYC!!

[@YoyoOnTravels]

I lived here all my life. Glad to see you had a wonderful time. 😊

[@FootstepsTyretracks]

Really enjoyed this video, we are going to New York in 2 weeks time so have been watching lots of videos about it and yours really stands out. Tanks for sharing

[@johntumai827]

Thank you for showing us NYC, no one does it so I appreciate your work again, in providing us that insight, amazing as always

[@EECCTravels]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@margiehawk2114]

You guys rock made me home sick and I had to go make myself a hot dog with relish😂

[@andyd7374]

You better watch out. Those dogs "Snap Back"

[@jonwood4283]

Great following you around the Big Apple.. some great ideas for places to visit and things to do especially the evening cruise. Thank-you

[@Marielm1]

We say How-stun ( soho) south of How-stun. You guys are AWESOME and I am SUPER eager to see your take on MSC out of NY.

[@CarlosCruz-ll5ez]

Welcome to my hometown New York city guys hope you enjoyed it!

[@EECCTravels]

We loved it!

[@jennifervega7892]

Your video makes me want to do all the touristy things in my own city! It's great seeing it from your perspective ❤ Hope you come back one day!

[@lorettachapman4244]

What an awesome tour through NY, I really enjoyed this blog!!! Thank you! ❤

[@EECCTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@reneemarino8733]

So glad you guys got to see New York. I have lived here my whole life and it still amazes me. I will never leave it.😊

[@EECCTravels]

We absolutely loved it!

[@w.iraheta3769]

Awesome vlog. I’m going back to New York for a second time for a few days. Visited last year in May for 5 days and loved it. Your feet get tired but there is so much to do there. The sight seeing and the food is awesome. Looks like you guys had so much fun!

[@carolashton8543]

Great tour! I have been twice and plan on going again soooo much to see😊

[@britishgray6078]

Good Monday Morning IAM Hoping That You Both Are Having A Divine Day ❤ Thank You So Much For Exploring My Hometown New York IAM From Brooklyn NY You Both Have A Terrific Cruise Much Blessings And Hugs Always Ms British Y Gray From Tampa Florida

[@SassyGrkGrl24]

Been to NYC 2X. Going back to get on NCL getaway next year. Thanks for the video. Saw some new things to do.

[@marthat4258]

Great video! Can't wait to see the cruise videos!

[@johnandjaneadventures]

Hands down one of your very best blogs ever! Thanks!

[@EECCTravels]

Yay! Thank you!

[@JBOdysseys]

Planning on a sailing from there soon!! Awesome video! 🎉

[@barbarashuster9029]

I just have to see the Memorial, even on your video, and get teary!

[@barbaraschmidt5062]

I was born and raised in New Jersey. Spent many times at the Statue and Ellis Island. So many trips to NYC. Best pizza in Little Italy. Pinebank Arch is in the W 65th. Street area. Happy to see you enjoying NYC

[@divox9pqr]

You two are just awesome. In Nov. this year we will be in New York for two days before our cruise on the Norwegian Ecstasy, and you’ve given me so many great ideas on where to stay and go before boarding. Thanks so much ❤❤❤

[@EECCTravels]

Great!! Have fun in NYC and on your cruise.

[@amandao266]

This was super helpful thanks! We're taking our son to Cooperstown for a baseball tournament this summer and have plans to spend a few days in the city after.

[@suesolomon3290]

LOVED this! I've been to NY hundreds of times and I've never hit some of the spots that you did! We have more places to explore now for sure!

[@tonyzitto7730]

Whem you mentioned "pizza" I was worried but then you were at John's, WELL DONE!!!

[@elizabethlaw2979]

Love this!! We watch your cruise videos and love them, we are going to NY 🍎 in December so I’m happy to see what you think about it. Looking forward to your next adventures.

[@EECCTravels]

I am planning on getting back at it. And actually on this trip Jason and I split everything we ate and walked a TON! So really didn’t do bad.

[@NurseTara04]

I love that you guys visited NYC, I was born and raised in central NJ and NYC was just a quick train ride. Such an amazing city with lots to do and see. I’m glad that you both enjoyed your time there. Looking forward to your MSC videos. I’m considering an October sailing out of Brooklyn…so I’m very interested to hear your thoughts on the ship.

[@EECCTravels]

We absolutely loved the city!!

[@beeheart6529]

Such a great video! I felt like I was there with y’all!

[@willianbrennan414]

Thank you for a awesome video!!

[@liyeenaw2759]

Hey! Just like to say this video was amazing. So glad you guys had fun in New York. Normally, longer-than-average videos can be a bore but I enjoyed every second of this video and also kinda wished it was longer too! Hope to see you guys back in New York soon! 😍

[@stuartkeet9338]

We have been to NYC twice and would go back tomorrow … it’s literarily the city that never sleeps … just amazing - from Cape Town South Africa ❤❤❤❤

[@nicolecorsillo]

I love NYC! I’ve been twice and haven’t seen much at all! We did do a walking food tour and that was a great way to taste several restaurants!

[@VickiTheCraftAttic]

We’ve been having unbelievable weather in in NY; we’re having a true Spring for a change. We live about an hour north in the Hudson Valley.. glad you’re sailing out of NYC… going under the Verrazano Bridge is great. 🚢 🗽 OMG Jason wearing a Boston shirt in NY 😱

[@EECCTravels]

It is really cool sailing under the bridge!

[@JulieBee508]

Amazing video of NYC🤩

[@lynnjordan6588]

If you are ever in New York on July 4th, you must watch the fireworks from a water taxi on the East River. As much as you enjoyed the sunset river cruise, you would love seeing the fireworks with the lights of the city in the background. Love your videos! We’re boarding the Eurodam to Alaska on Saturday and helped prepare for our trip through your videos. The Jordans Alabama Gulf Coast

[@EECCTravels]

That would be incredible!

[@michelleb749]

From Grand Central, you can take a shuttle train marked S to Times Square. Great video. Love Juniors.

[@dn4024]

I just found your channel and loved your video! Have you ever tried riding the Staten Island ferry while in the Financial District for the views of the skyline and Statue of Liberty?

[@eleanora4482]

Welcome to the Big Apple. Sorry you missed the Naked Cowboy in Times Square. Love those deli sandwiches. Lunch for two days.😊

[@sokchowvadypoy927]

Thank you for sharing your video Jason. See you New York in July.👍😍

[@angelsmilkyway4352]

This looks so cool.

[@terrydrosselmeier8163]

New York is amazing!

[@88ChrisN]

Great video. I like Jason’s wood glasses. 👍👍

[@OmegaBahn]

Juniors also has the best NY style cheesecake as far as I remember. I used to have monthly meetings down in Livingston street (Brooklyn) and my wife worked at 30 Rock. We would have date nights on some days before heading back to our apartment in the Bronx. Those were the days. We moved down south 2019 but we've been watching EECC even back then. I'm very happy you guys had fun!

[@EECCTravels]

Yep, that cheesecake was delicious!

[@markm9947]

Thanks for the vlog. We leave in February for a twelve day cruise. Will be my first time in New York

[@EECCTravels]

Enjoy!!!

[@kimberlynewton4181]

The 40 years I have been living in N.Y. and I have never been half the places you guys been to. I definitely need to go to the Empire State building. I can't wait to see your vlogs for the MSC. I go in Dec from N.Y. Have funnn!!!!

[@CinemaDaveMedia]

Hello. Just found your channel and am a new subscriber. My wife and I loved this video. We are heading to NYC this year and your video made us feel so comfortable and ready to travel to the city. We are looking forward to watching more of your videos. Thanks so much!

[@EECCTravels]

So glad you found us! Enjoy your trip to NYC!!

[@wandamotsko7263]

Loved this!!! Great video. We live in the Philly suburbs and never go to New York.

[@seanjohnson386]

Next time you guys are in NYC you must check out the USS Intrepid. It's a decommissioned aircraft carrier on the Hudson and is now an air, sea, and space museum. Count on spending at least 3 hours in there.

[@candyjones9529]

Love all your videos. I’m coming to New York in October for a few days then going on a New England Canada cruise on Princess out of Brooklyn. I noticed your cruise left out of Brooklyn also, what is the best way to get to the cruise port?

[@jackdawson3276]

Great Vlog! You are motivating us to visit Manhattan! Ironically, we live in NYC (Queens) and never go there to hang out. We may step foot on Manhattan Island once or twice a year. Usually, to take a cruise from the Port. Prices are high..very touristy. Horrorid parking. Queens and Brooklyn have better food overall and better prices. Great spots in tge boogy down Bronx and Staten Island. You can get great views from gorgeous parks in the boroughs. The neighborhood of Long Island City in Queens has it's own skyline bigger than most American cities. Downtown Brooklyn is growing as well. Manhattan isn't what it used to be. It was really, really, really fun back in the 80's and 90's but a bit dangerous. It got really safe with Guiliani and Bloomberg, but Diblasio, Hochul, and Adams are messing it up. Crime is rising. We have to get back in there again. One correction on the 9-11 memorial. There are 2 reflection pools that form the exact footprint of the original towers. We may spend a day in Manhattan before we do the exact same MSC cruise on July 2nd. We are doing the Yachtclub, and it's our 1st time on MSC. We are veteran cruisers, though. Never been to the Brooklyn cruise terminal. ( and I was born in Brooklyn) lol. You guys did a great job highlighting things to do. Maybe we ll do a sunset dinner cruise.

[@blessednettie69]

SO Awesome!!!😊

[@barbarashuster9029]

We stayed at the Edison around the corner from Tmes Square, and then once in New Jersey and had to take the bus in which was a real pain!

[@kbeats6267]

The 911 Memorial was very well done. It was very sad and emotionally draining. Love seeing Broadway shows when I’m there. Enjoy eating all the culturally diverse food. We always take the subway to Harlem for excellent soul food at Sylvia’s. I’m looking at flights now. Thanks for reminding me that I’m due for another trip! 😉

[@Dunstire]

It's good to see the smoke from the Canadian wildfires has gone away

[@EECCTravels]

We were there before the fires.

[@lindastover9541]

Great video ❤❤❤❤

[@mariareyes-ku6194]

I love your video. I have been in New York but just before the towers went down. I have to plan to be there on New Year one of these years. Do you guys ever get stomach issues? Street food is not the most healthy.❤

[@jessicarox85]

love his singing voice

[@CuseCruisers]

Jason, it’s the Boston T-shirt for me! You need an I love NY shirt!!!!

[@dawndannville9732]

That's the best Ruben ever !!

[@EECCTravels]

Yes!!!

[@justanothertra]

Oooo, John's Pizzeria. My FAVORITE!!!

[@cindypodritske5007]

I just love your videos. You have giving me ideas for our trip there in 2025 for a Canada/ New England cruise. I just have one question. Why you change your end music. I loved that tuba song and associated it with your videos? ❤🇨🇦

[@EECCTravels]

I miss it so much!! Someone bought the rights to the music and has been hitting everyone of our videos with copyright so we had to change it 😢

[@dx42]

You can't see "the whole city" on the Circle Line, as cool as it is.

[@ZeroxRaizen]

I had so many chances to go to New York when I was Younger, but my Family only went there for a day of shopping and leave the same night from a travel company on thanksgiving. I need at least two or three days in New York and not during a holiday.

[@enilorac7018]

How did you get from your hotel to the Brooklyn cruise port? If you took a taxi or Uber how much did it cost and how long did it take? Thinking of booking a cruise on the MSC Meriviglia.

[@bettybedsole9915]

Juniors red velvet cheesecake is YUM!!!!!!

[@sck0305]

Electric city!🔥

[@rachelallan1969]

When are you kids coming to Michigan? LOL The motor city and Motown!! And, true beauty is on Mackinac Island and you can't forget Frankenmuth! Hope to see you soon!!

[@EECCTravels]

Maybe this summer! I would love to do a long road trip.

[@andyramsey2794]

Aww man did you try the nonna Maria pizza at Bleeker street pizza Alisa ? We went there in December and it was amazing 😁

[@EECCTravels]

Heck yeah we did!!! A NYC food tour will be the next video.

[@melanienash888]

bold of you Jason to wear a Boston Red Sox shirt in NYC!

[@carolynd1679]

My favorite spot is "Strawberry Fields"!

[@Albanwinter]

I went in summer of 2002 or thereabouts. Don't remember the month but right after 9/11 they had erected boards with photos on them saying "Have You Seen Me?" at Grand Central. Those boards were still up when I went. It was very sobering. I haven't been back since the museum was built but yeah, I don't think I could handle that either.

[@b0tterman]

As a native nyer, some of the tourist stuff is kinda fun, but go the museums! Research really good restaurants downtown and in Brooklyn. Walk Central Park and Prospect Park. And Katz's deli is overpriced and touristy and delicious!

[@barbarashuster9029]

Love NYC! On our last trip we missed the opening of the 9/11 Memorial Museum buy a week so I would like to go back and see that. We've all hit the other high spots but always love Broadway and walking around Central Park!

[@danakruse7325]

There are a ton of fun museums to see. The hop on is fun too. You can get great show tickets right off Times Square. Hope u learned how to grab a taxi. It’s a life skill.! I don’t travel subway as many undesirable people can be found there at times.

[@EECCTravels]

No taxis on this trip… it was intimidating 😂

[@howardosden3112]

That Bethesda fountain plaza, I believe, was featured in the John Wick: Chapter 2 movie where Winston makes him 'excommunicado'.

[@howardosden3112]

P.S.: Guts wearing the Red Sox tee in NYC! I know, I once wore a Yankees jacket to leave on an October cruise out of Boston! 😅 I asked a toll booth guy if I was heading the right way, and he just laughed at me.

[@EECCTravels]

Haha! Jason wasn’t even thinking about his shirt until we posted a picture on Facebook and people pointed it out… ooops! But no one said a word 😂

[@WorldlyWonders365]

Great video, it makes me really excited to visit New York City!🏙

[@dcessford]

We have had Bleeker St pizza.Which did you like better?

[@EECCTravels]

Bleeker St was the bomb!! Be sure to watch our next video which will be the NYC food tour 👍

[@willianbrennan414]

Jason I saw you were wearing a Boston t-shirt in New York!! Be careful! 🤣 the Rivalry between New York and Boston is very strong in all sports and aspects of life😆

[@ashleys4652]

It's really not that serious...😂

[@EECCTravels]

He didn’t realize what he was wearing until we posted a picture on Facebook and it was pointed out. But no one in NYC said anything 👍

[@traceyreavis9750]

I went in 2018 to the 911 memorial the emotions of this place. My boyfriend is a retired marine and it about brought him to his knees. But we took a ncl cruise out of New York

[@szaretsky819]

As a longtime NYC resident, you have to get out of Manhattan! See Brooklyn and Queens. But stay away from Staten Island - that’s where we put our garbage. And for cheesecake, you can’t heat Junior’s.

[@C--A]

Staten Island has the most nature trail walks of all the NYC boroughs. Some amazing ones 🏞️ Plus a free ferry ride ⛴️ where you can take some great photos of The Statue Of Liberty 🗽 Ps. You also forgot Bronx which has a amazing Botanical Garden. Plus lot's of other interesting and fun stuff in it!

[@charlottebryan6261]

Alisa how did you get from the sunset cruise back to your hotel?

[@EECCTravels]

We walked. It was only a 20ish minute walk.

[@charlottebryan6261]

Do you recall what pier you left from? I am seeing 2 different options. LOVED your NYC vlogs, the food looked fantastic. I love corned beef and pastrami and I bet it’s the best in NYC.

[@ohiorichkidbeats]

I❤NYC

[@gravitar99]

Love your stuff! Just a heads up it's pronounced Howstun 😊. Looking forward to more

[@tammishanell3282]

My hometown

[@joesimeao7611]

Fyi tribeca stands for triage l below canal

[@ElderDrive]

Boh snorted that coleslaw up!!!