Customer Reviews

Frommer's New York City Day by Day (Frommer's Day by Day - Pocket)

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I have used Frommer's guides before, but the size, pictures, and detailed descriptions include all the things you will need. If you are looking for an extensive hotel list, this will not have it. I would go to the full Frommer's guide for that. But if you have lodging taken care of and know where you would like to stay, this is the guide for you. Maps were terrific.

Living in New York, I checked the prior edition of this book out of the public library and followed its suggestions for several delightful walks through the city. Both editions start with ideas of what to do if you are short on time, which is appropriate for time-limited trips to Manhattan. When I flipped through the second edition (2009) in Borders last weekend, I looked forward to seeing what had changed.

Unfortunately, the Chelsea walk still directs you to the Wild Lily Tea Room, where, at http://www.wildlilytearoom.com/ (noted in the book), they say "The Wild Lily Tea Room closed its door in Chelsea on December 24, 2006 due to an exorbitant rent increase." (On Amazon, you can search inside the first edition to see that text.)

One of the dining maps had numbers at locations which were not listed in the legend/key!

It's not clear whether much else in the book has changed. I need to take a closer look.

I really liked this book because its the perfect size and its very user friendly. Lots of maps and photos

Whether it's your first time going or you're going with someone for the third time and want to know what you really DON'T want to miss, this book is perfect for you. I've been in NYC a few times before and I always ended up seeing the same things, following the same people. This time, however, we actually saw a lot of things worth seeing, and it takes the planning pains out of it. All you need to know is this: Review/scan the book, decide on one of its pre-designed trips (could be full day, trips, romantic, museums, etc) and this book will tell you how to do it. Pressure is off!

I didn't expect the prices to be accurate 100% though, as times change, but it was surprisingly useful in giving us an idea of how much we would spend here and there.

This is a great travel book to carry with you through the city. We actually purchased it in conjunction with one of the map books. It highlights some restaurants, stores, sights and lets you find them by area of the city (which is great when you're in one area of NY and hungry--nothing worse than saying, ooh this sounds good, but it's on the other side of the city).

Please note that the 2009 publication of Day by Day does not have up-to-date information for Fraunces Tavern Museum. The Museum's current admission prices are $10 for adults, $5 for Seniors, Students w/ id and children 6-18. Children under 5 are free.

Fabulous concept for a concise travel book! This book gives you options for your trip based on its length or your area(s) of interest. The book has great maps in each section to identify areas being referenced and also includes a portable map that is housed in its own pocket at the back of the book. Using this book takes the guesswork out of planning by giving you pre-planned 1,2, or 3 day itineraries and overviews of neighborhoods, museums, dining, lodging and nightlife. If you don't have or don't want to spend alot of time reading or planning activities but still want to hit all of the top destinations, buy this book!!

I absolutely love this travel series! These pocket guides are awesome, it gives you everything in a quick look-up format, and the book is JUST big enough. It gives you hours for museums and activities, and also websites to order tickets and such. I used the Copenhagen Day by Day guide on my recent trip to Danmark, and had an AMAZING experience with it's help! When I came home, I knew I wanted to get the New York City version, because I just loved the little exciting finds you get in these books. I live 20 mins away from the City, and go often, and this book is just a great trip planner/ idea finder for me and my friends every time. I highly suggest getting a different, clearer subway map though if you are a new traveler to the East Coast, the one in this book isn't so great, but the rest of the book, I give it a 4 stars! Also, do NOT be discouraged by the Star system, the author rates things very harshly, so do as much as you can! Also, from a NJ resident to our visitors, Welcome and have an amazing time!! (P.s come visit NJ ;) cause we're so awesome :D)