Timeline
18:45
Browse the Nintendo World Store. It is a two-story specialty store selling videogames, t-shirts, and plushies. The Pokecenter is the most popular aspect. Arrive early to beat the crowds before heading up.
19:15
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Head to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck on the 70th floor. This narrow deck affords uninterrupted views over Central Park and the city skyline. Arrive just before sunset to secure a good spot for the golden light and the transition into night.
20:05
Walk to Yakitori Totto for dinner. This popular spot serves Japanese food on sticks. Order cold appetizers, hot yakitori, and bowls. Be mindful that sake is charged by the cup and is expensive, but the tea is excellent.
Local tip
Yakitori Totto is very popular. If you arrive exactly at opening for dinner (5:30 PM on weekdays or 5:30 PM on weekends), you might get a table without a long wait. The lunch menu ends at 4 PM, so plan accordingly if you are hungry before the sunset.
Check before you go
- Nintendo World Store hours are 11 AM to 6 PM daily.
- Yakitori Totto dinner service begins at 5:30 PM on Sunday-Thursday and 5:30 PM on Friday-Saturday.
- Top of the Rock is open late; check current ticketing availability for sunset slots.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Manhattan (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).