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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Helena

Helena

2 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$114

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$ 28

Katz's Deli
New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
1 - 2 min

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Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden
19th-century home for retired sailors now features cultural events, sculptures & a fountain.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$20
15 - 18 min

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Brother's Pizzeria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 2
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$271

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$ 11

Blue Bottle Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$46
4 - 5 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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One World Trade Center
A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$85
3 - 4 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$70
7 - 10 min

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Pisillo Italian Cafe
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$70
Day 3
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$161

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$ 28

Cookshop
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
4 - 5 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$63
13 - 16 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 4
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$96

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$ 17

La Palina Restaurtant
Welcome to La Palina. We have been serving some of the finest Neapolitan cuisine for over 80 years. You will always leave saying bellissimo!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
14 - 17 min

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Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Prospect Park
Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Juliana's Pizza
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$52
Day 5
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$197

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$ 22

Martha's Country Bakery
Serving the best American dessert classics in NY since 1972.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$50
16 - 20 min

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Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$95
10 - 15 min

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Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
26 - 39 min

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Juliana's Pizza
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$52
Day 6
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$90

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$ 22

Boqueria Spanish Tapas - West 40th Street
Lively, Barcelona-style tapas bar serving a menu of Spanish classics—like paella, churros, sangria, pulpo, and much more— and market-driven seasonal specials in a warm, modern space near NYC's Times Square.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
7 - 10 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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So Kong Dong Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
10 - 12 min

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George Washington Bridge
Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$114

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$ 28

Juice Generation
Juice Generation is New York's premiere juice bar. We create fresh juices, smoothies, and açai bowls made with locally grown and organic produce.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
10 - 15 min

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United Nations Headquarters
18-acre complex on the East River where 193 member-nations participate in international diplomacy.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Carnegie Hall
Longtime music hall with exceptional acoustics, architecture & a storied performance history.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Apollo Theater
Showbiz legends & amateurs alike take the stage at this longtime music hall.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Xochimilco Family Restaurant
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$72
Day 8
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$207

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$ 6

Benjamin Steakhouse
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$50
3 - 4 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$95
10 - 12 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Jacob's Pickles
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62

Budget breakdown: $1409 In total

Activities & Food:$1250
Transport:$160