10 Days in the Concrete Jungle

Andrea Rodriguez

17 Dec 2023

Join me on an epic adventure through the bustling streets of New York City! From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to experience the vibrant culture, breathtaking views, and mouthwatering cuisine that make the Big Apple truly unforgettable.

Trip to New York

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Day 1Parks, Markets, and Art Galore

$192

$ 55

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

33 - 40 min

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Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$132

30 - 36 min

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Millionaire industrialist's former home turned museum displaying Western European art.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

Day 2Modern Marvels and Historic Wonders

$424

$ 33

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$120

15 - 18 min

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Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$144

7 - 9 min

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Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.

No time set

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.

No time set

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$160

Day 3Nature's Treasures and Urban Oasis

$112

$ 22

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$112

9 - 14 min

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Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Iconic Skyscrapers and Artistic Masterpieces

$360

$ 33

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$160

15 - 18 min

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A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$120

8 - 10 min

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Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.

No time set

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$80

Day 5Literary Gems and Cityscape Thrills

$296

$ 33

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Celebrated museum & library's gift shop featuring books, accessories & collection-related wares.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$88

5 - 8 min

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Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$208

9 - 14 min

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Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.

No time set

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Free

Day 6Bright Lights, Famous Bridges, and Timeless Grandeur

$ 22

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 6 min

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Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Coastal Charm and Beachside Fun

$112

$ 33

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

44 - 53 min

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Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

30 - 36 min

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Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$112

63 - 76 min

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Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.

No time set

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Free

7 - 10 min

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New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

NYC's flagship library, in a beaux arts building next to Bryant Park, flanked by iconic stone lions.

No time set

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Free

Day 8Remembering History, Crossing Bridges, and Exploring Diversity

$152

$ 44

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$132

14 - 17 min

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Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

33 - 40 min

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Visual arts on display along with The Panorama, a building-for-building model of New York City.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$20

Day 9Serene Parks, Lady Liberty, and Scenic Waterfronts

$140

$ 44

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

52 - 63 min

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Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

50 - 60 min

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Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$100

10 - 12 min

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Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 10Sports Excitement, Contemporary Art, and Park Retreat

$140

$ 44

Radio City Apartments

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$140

41 - 50 min

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Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

40 - 48 min

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Island linked to Manhattan via an aerial tramway featuring historical sites & city skyline views.

No time set

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Free

Budget breakdown: $2291 In total

Activities & Food:$1928

Transport:$363