This is a really well thought out plan. One thing I'd mention for Day 2 is that the John Hay Library is only open to the public certain hours, usually weekdays until 5, so double check their schedule...

Good list overall, especially for someone who's never been. One thing I'd add is that if you're here on a Saturday morning, the Hope Street Farmers Market at Lippitt Park is worth a detour. It runs fr...

The Matlacha Pass is worth mentioning as a half-day trip that barely requires a drive. It's about 15 minutes from Cape Coral on Pine Island Road, and those little pastel-colored buildings along the ma...

Nice guide, covers the essentials well. One thing I'd suggest for day 3 is to grab the Bx29 from the Pelham Bay Park station, not the subway stop itself, it's a short walk through the parking lot. The...

Good list. If you're going to First Landing anyway, swing by the Lesner Bridge around sunset. You can park at the lot on the north side and watch the boats come in from the bay, it's way less crowded...