Getting to New York City tourist destinations by subway is relatively easy, as many are along subway routes, and less expensive than taking taxi cabs everywhere. The subway is also the fastest and one of the safest ways to get around New York City, according to NYC Insider Guide.com. Subway stations are marked with signs for what trains stop at that particular station. Obtaining a copy of the New York City subway map and marking stops and destinations is your best bet for avoiding wrong trains and otherwise getting lost.
Note the attractions you want to visit and find a copy of a New York subway system map. Free subway maps are available at most subway stations and can also be found on the walls of subway stations.
Look for the trains closest to the destinations you wish to visit on your map. Mark applicable routes with a pen or marker. Note if any of your chosen routes require a bus or ferry transfer. This is something to consider in terms of time constraints when planning your trip.
Make a schedule for the tourist stops you wish to visit based on the subway routes. Start with the route closest to your hotel/other accommodations and go from there.
Get subway map directions from the website HopStop if you do not have access to NYC subway maps when planning your route. Type in your starting point and your desired destination. If you do not know the address of a popular attraction you wish to visit, typing in the name of the attraction will suffice. Click "Get Directions" for subway directions to your desired destination.
