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NYC Adventure: 7 Days of Thrills and Iconic Sights

Carolina Davila

Carolina Davila

11 Dec 2023

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the concrete jungle of New York City. Discover breathtaking views, iconic landmarks, and hidden gems in this action-packed 7-day itinerary.

Day 1The Ultimate NYC Kickoff - Madison Square Garden & Empire State Building
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$174

Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$70
10 - 15 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$104
Day 2Foodie Paradise and Urban Oasis - Chelsea Market, The High Line & Vessel
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$20

Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$20
Day 3Liberty's Embrace and Aviation Marvels - Statue of Liberty & Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
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$122

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$ 6

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$50
50 - 60 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$72
Day 4Architectural Wonders and Tranquil Escapes - St. Patrick's Cathedral, Top of The Rock, Bryant Park & Brooklyn Bridge
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$80

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$ 6

St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$80
10 - 15 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
21 - 26 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Free
Day 5Seaside Serenity and Urban Spectacle - The Battery & Rockefeller Center
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$80

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$ 6

The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
21 - 26 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$80
Day 6Artistic Masterpieces and Baseball Fervor - The Museum of Modern Art & Yankee Stadium
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$126

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$ 6

The Museum of Modern Art
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$60
30 - 36 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$66
Day 7Nature's Retreat in the Heart of the City - Central Park
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$0

Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $624 In total

Activities & Food:$602
Transport:$22