Solo travel in New York
75% of travellers who rated New York on Travafa marked it solo-friendly. 7 of its listed places and activities are marked suitable for solo travellers, including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Times Square. The most comfortable months to visit are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December. Travellers budget $150–$800 per person per day. Traveller ratings: safety 4.5/5, value for money 4.5/5, local transport 4.3/5. Travafa's public itineraries and destination guide are free to use without a group.
- 75%rate New York solo-friendly
- January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and Decemberbest months
- $150–$800per person per day
- 4.5/5safety rating
Places in New York marked for solo travellers
- Statue of LibertyEntry $18.50 for adults, $9 for children · 2-3 hours · best Throughout the year
- Central ParkFree entry · 2-3 hours to a full day · best Spring and Fall
- Times SquareFree entry · 1-2 hours · best Evening and Night
- Statue of LibertyFree entry · 2-3 hours · best Throughout the year
- Central ParkFree entry · 2-4 hours · best All year round
- Time SquareFree entry · 1-2 hours · best Evening
- Empire State BuildingEntry $38 for adults, $32 for children · 1-2 hours · best Morning or Evening
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Frequently asked questions
Solo travel in New York, answered from traveller data.
Is New York good for a solo traveller?
75% of travellers who rated New York on Travafa marked it solo-friendly, and its overall traveller rating is 4.8/5.
What should a solo traveller do in New York?
Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Times Square, Statue of Liberty and Central Park are marked suitable for a solo traveller. Entry: Statue of Liberty (entry $18.50 for adults, $9 for children), Central Park (free entry), Times Square (free entry).
When is the best time to visit New York?
January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when daytime highs stay under 32°C and the months are dry.
How much does New York cost per day?
Travellers report $150–$800 per person per day.
Is New York safe for solo travellers?
Travellers rate New York 4.5/5 for safety and 4.8/5 for friendliness of people. Standard solo precautions apply.