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New York Adventure: 5 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Angelica Rojo

Angelica Rojo

19 Nov 2023

Join me on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this 5-day itinerary will take you on a whirlwind tour of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and beyond. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture, art, and history of the city that never sleeps!

Day 1
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$244

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$ 11

Manhattanville Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$38
11 - 14 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$66
22 - 27 min

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The Museum of Modern Art
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$60
5 - 8 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$80
Day 2
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$46

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$ 6

Bluestone Lane
Bluestone Lane is an Australian-inspired coffee shop, cafés & lifestyle brand committed to providing a genuine daily escape for all our locals. We offer premium coffee and healthy and delicious eats through an always welcoming experience that embraces our ‘Aussie’ approach to life.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$46
8 - 12 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 3
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$182

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$ 6

Eli's Night Shift
Daytime cafe for Zabar's specialities that turns into a bar for local beers & shandies after dark.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$42
9 - 14 min

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$60
12 - 15 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$80
Day 4
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$110

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$ 6

Vineapple
Contemporary Coffee Shop, Bar, and restaurant on Pineapple Street in Brooklyn Heights
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$44
13 - 20 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$66
Day 5
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$204

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$ 11

Osamil
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$50
4 - 5 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$104
12 - 15 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
28 - 34 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$50

Budget breakdown: $825 In total

Activities & Food:$786
Transport:$39