Lonely Planet Pocket New York City, 8th Edition (Pocket Guide)

Lonely Planet's PocketNew York City is your guide to the city’s best experiences and local life - neighborhood by neighborhood. Take in the view from the top of the Empire State Building; browse the world-class collection at the Met, and walk across the Brooklyn Bridge for iconic photo ops; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of New York City and make the most of your trip!


Inside Lonely Planet's PocketNew York City:

Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak

Full-color maps and travel photography throughout

Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organized by neighborhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time

Convenient pull-out city map (included in print version), plus over [number of maps] color neighborhood maps

Covers Lower Manhattan & the Financial District, SoHo & Chinatown, West Village, Chelsea & the Meatpacking District, Upper West Side & Central Park, Upper East Side, Midtown, Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy, East Village & Lower East Side, Brooklyn, and more


The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's PocketNew York City, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighborhood by neighborhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to New York City with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.


Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all of New York's neighborhoods? Check out Lonely Planet's New York City guide.


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