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Current Time in New York, United States
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America/New_York
New York Timezone Details
| Timezone | EST/EDT |
| UTC Offset (standard) | UTC-5:00 |
| UTC Offset (summer/DST) | UTC-4:00 |
| Daylight Saving Time | Yes (observed) |
| IANA Timezone ID | America/New_York |
| Country |  United States |
| Population | 8.3 million |
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📅 Public Holidays in United States (2026)
Upcoming public holidays for United States. Dates marked (est.) are approximate and subject to official confirmation.
Jan 1
New Year's Day
Jan 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Feb 16
Presidents' Day
May 25
Memorial Day
Jun 19
Juneteenth
Jul 4
Independence Day
Sep 7
Labor Day
Oct 12
Columbus Day
Nov 11
Veterans Day
Nov 26
Thanksgiving Day
Dec 25
Christmas Day
Business hours may be affected on these dates. Check local schedules before planning calls or visits.
📞 Best Time to Call New York
Find the best hours for a call between New York (EST/EDT, UTC-5:00) and another city.
✈ New York Airport & Flight Time Calculator
✈ JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl
🚇 Getting Around New York
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NYC Subway (MTA) (472 stations)
⏰ 24/7 (all lines) · 36 lines
💡 Buy an OMNY card or use contactless — MetroCard being phased out.
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MTA City Bus
⏰ 24/7 on major routes · 300+ lines
💡 Select Bus Service (SBS) routes require off-board ticket purchase.
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NYC Ferry
💡 Scenic and affordable — same price as subway, great for Brooklyn/Queens.
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Citi Bike
💡 Most popular in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Day pass available.
🎫 Tickets & Passes
Single: $2.90
Day cap: $34 (unlimited day pass)
Weekly: $34 (7-day unlimited)
✈ Airport link: AirTrain JFK + Subway: $9.75 total
💡 Get 7-day unlimited pass if staying 4+ days
📱 Recommended app: Citymapper or Google Maps
🏛 Top Attractions in New York
Highlights, entry prices & insider tips
Central Park
Free
Park
💡 843 acres in the middle of Manhattan. Rent a bike or take a rowboat.
Metropolitan Museum
$30
Museum
💡 One of the world's greatest museums. Allow a full day.
Empire State Building
$44
View
💡 Book online. Visit at dusk for day-to-night views.
Brooklyn Bridge
Free
Landmark
💡 Walk from Manhattan to Brooklyn — 30 minutes, stunning views.
Times Square
Free
Landmark
💡 Most impressive at night. Avoid if you hate crowds.
High Line
Free
Park
💡 Elevated park on former railway. Great food vendors and art.
Statue of Liberty
$24
Historic
💡 Book crown access months ahead. Ferry from Battery Park.
MOMA
$30
Art
💡 Free on Friday evenings 5:30–9:00.
🎟 Money-saving tip: New York CityPASS covers top 5 attractions for $142 — saves over 40%.
🍽 Where to Eat in New York
Local favourites & must-try dishes
Katz's Delicatessen
££
Jewish Deli
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Lower East Side
💡 Legendary since 1888. The pastrami sandwich is enormous — share one.
Joe's Pizza
£
Pizza
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West Village
💡 Best New York slice. Stand outside and eat it — that's the experience.
Gramercy Tavern
££££
American
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Gramercy
💡 James Beard institution. Tavern room is walk-in only — great for lunch.
Xi'an Famous Foods
£
Chinese
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Multiple
💡 Hand-pulled noodles from Xi'an region. Spicy lamb noodles are unmissable.
Superiority Burger
£
Vegetarian
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East Village
💡 Best veggie burger in the US. Tiny spot, cash only, worth every cent.
Le Bernardin
££££
French Seafood
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Midtown
💡 Three Michelin stars. Lunch prix-fixe is better value than dinner.
£ = under $20 · ££ = $20–50 · £££ = $50–100 · ££££ = $100+
💡 Local tip: Tip 18–20% at restaurants — it is not optional in NYC. Resy and Tock for reservations.
🏨 Where to Stay in New York
Best hotels for every budget
The Pod Hotels
$100–180/night
★★★
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Midtown / Brooklyn
💡 Best value in Manhattan. Tiny rooms but great common areas and locations.
The LINE Hotel Brooklyn
$150–250/night
★★★★
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Brooklyn
💡 Stylish, great rooftop, walkable to Williamsburg. Better value than Manhattan.
The Standard High Line
$250–400/night
★★★★
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Meatpacking
💡 Iconic glass building over the High Line. Rooftop bar has incredible Hudson views.
HI New York City Hostel
$50–90/night
Hostel
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Upper West Side
💡 Best budget option. Safe, clean, great location near Central Park.
The Mark
$800+/night
★★★★★
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Upper East Side
💡 One of NYC's finest. Jean-Georges restaurant inside.
💡 Area tip: Add 14.75% NYC hotel tax to all prices. Midtown is convenient but more expensive — Brooklyn or Lower East Side offer better value.
🎭 Entertainment & Nightlife in New York
Theatres, clubs, live music & local events
Broadway Shows
Theatre
💡 TKTS booth in Times Square sells same-day tickets at 20–50% off. Go early for best selection.
Jazz at Lincoln Center
Jazz
💡 World's leading jazz institution. Rose Theater and Dizzy's Club have incredible views.
Brooklyn Mirage
Nightclub
💡 Massive outdoor electronic music venue. Summer only. Best outdoor club in the US.
Madison Square Garden
Concerts
💡 The most famous arena in the world. Knicks, Rangers, and major concerts year-round.
Comedy Cellar
Comedy
💡 Greenwich Village institution. Famous comedians drop in unannounced. Book ahead online.
Rooftop bars (230 Fifth, etc.)
Bars
💡 230 Fifth has Empire State Building views. PHD Rooftop at Dream Midtown is great in summer.
Governors Ball
Festival
💡 Major music festival on Governors Island every June. Diverse lineup across multiple stages.
Village Vanguard
Jazz
💡 Intimate jazz club in Greenwich Village since 1935. Monday night Vanguard Jazz Orchestra is legendary.
🌙 Nightlife tip: NYC nightlife starts late — dinner at 8pm, bars from 10pm, clubs after midnight. Uber/taxi home as subway can be unpredictable late at night.
💡 Travel Tips for New York
Practical info for a smooth trip
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Currency
US Dollar (USD $). Credit cards accepted almost everywhere. ATMs widely available.
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Weather
Hot summers (30°C+), cold winters (-5 to 5°C). Spring (Apr–Jun) and Fall (Sep–Nov) are best.
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SIM / Data
T-Mobile tourist SIM from $10 at the airport. eSIM via T-Mobile, AT&T or Mint Mobile.
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Plugs
Type A/B plugs (2 flat pins, 110V). EU appliances need a voltage converter, not just an adapter.
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Tipping
18–22% at restaurants — non-negotiable in NYC. $1–2 per drink at bars. $5+ per night housekeeping.
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Water
NYC tap water is excellent quality — one of the best in the US. Carry a reusable bottle.
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Emergency
Call 911 for all emergencies. Non-emergency NYPD: 311.
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Safety
NYC is very safe for tourists. Stay aware in Times Square (pickpockets). Subway is safe during the day.
📅 Best time to visit
April–June and September–November. Christmas season is magical but expensive. July–August hot and humid.
🛂 Visa information
ESTA required for Visa Waiver Program countries (EU, UK, Australia). Apply online at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72h before travel.
About New York Time Zone (EST/EDT)
New York City, the most populous city in the United States, operates on Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) in winter and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) in summer. New York is one of the world's leading global cities and a major financial hub.
Key fact: New York is 5 hours behind London (GMT) in winter and 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (PST).
Use the live clock at the top of this page to see the exact current time in New York with seconds. The clock updates every second and uses your browser's timezone database for accuracy.
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Frequently Asked Questions — New York Time
What time is it in New York right now? +
The current time in New York, United States is displayed by the live clock at the top of this page. New York is in the EST/EDT timezone (UTC-5:00 in winter, UTC-4:00 in summer).
What timezone is New York in? +
New York is in the EST/EDT timezone. The IANA timezone identifier is
America/New_York. The UTC offset is -5:00 in winter and -4:00 in summer.Does New York observe Daylight Saving Time? +
Yes, New York observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). Clocks are set forward in spring and back in autumn. In winter, the UTC offset is -5:00; in summer it is -4:00.
What is the UTC offset for New York? +
New York's UTC offset is UTC-5:00 in winter and UTC-4:00 in summer. UTC offset means how many hours ahead of or behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) the local time is.
What is the time difference between New York and London? +
New York (EST/EDT) is UTC-5:00. London (GMT/BST) is UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer. New York is 5 hours behind London (GMT) in winter and 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (PST).
How do I convert New York time to UTC? +
To convert New York time to UTC, subtract UTC-5:00 from the local time. For example, if it is 15:00 in New York and the UTC offset is UTC-5:00, you calculate backward to find the UTC equivalent. Use the conversion table on this page for real-time values.
What continent is New York in? +
New York is located in North America. It is the 8.3 million population city in United States.
What is the IANA timezone name for New York? +
The IANA (Internet Assigned Numbers Authority) timezone database identifier for New York is
America/New_York. This is the official timezone name used in programming languages and operating systems.What time is sunrise in New York today? +
Today's sunrise and sunset times for New York are displayed live in the weather panel at the top of this page. The exact times update daily based on New York's latitude and the current date. Sunrise typically varies between approximately 5:00–8:00 AM depending on the season, with the earliest sunrises around the summer solstice (June) and the latest around the winter solstice (December).
What time does it get dark in New York? +
Sunset times in New York are shown live at the top of this page. Sunset varies by season: in summer, the sun may set as late as 8:00–9:00 PM, while in winter, sunset can occur as early as 4:00–5:00 PM. Check the live display for today's exact sunset time.
How long is a flight from New York? +
Use the flight time calculator on this page to estimate flight times from John F. Kennedy Intl (JFK) to any of 150+ airports worldwide. The calculator uses the Haversine formula for great-circle distance at 850 km/h cruise speed plus 45 minutes ground time. Popular searches: flight time from New York to London, New York to New York, New York to Dubai, New York to Tokyo.
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