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NYC Adventure: 9 Days of Discovery

Carlo Castellano

13 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Immerse yourself in the rich history, art, and culinary delights this iconic city has to offer. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will leave you captivated and craving for more.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Historical Marvels and Sushi Delights

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$168

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$ 11

Federal Hall

Museum in 1842 Customs House on site where Washington was sworn in & the Bill of Rights was written.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Directions

New Museum

Contemporary art museum housed in a sleek white building with a gift shop & cafe in the lobby.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$44

18 - 22 min

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Directions

United Nations Headquarters

18-acre complex on the East River where 193 member-nations participate in international diplomacy.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$52

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Aki Sushi

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$72

Day 2Remembering 9/11 and Artistic Treasures

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$152

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$ 6

9/11 Memorial & Museum

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$66

22 - 27 min

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Directions

The Frick Collection

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$30

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Up Thai

Up Thai is a culinary destination serving upscale spins on Thailand’s iconic street fare.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$56

Day 3Brooklyn's Artistic Haven and Cuban Cuisine

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$142

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$ 6

Brooklyn Museum

Beaux Arts landmark famed for ancient & modern art collections & world-class temporary exhibitions.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Rubin Museum of Art

Paintings, statues, textiles & more from Tibet, Bhutan & other Asian lands, plus rotating exhibits.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$38

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Coppelia

We specialize in Cuban and Latin food owned and prepared by celebrity chef Julian Medina, located in the west village and in the vicinity of meatpacking. The diversity of the food takes you from Havana, to Mexico City, to Caracas and more. Stop by and see what we are all about.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$64

Day 4Exploring Transit History, Art, and Irresistible Bakery Treats

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$156

·

$ 17

New York Transit Museum

Housed in a 1936 subway station, this museum features interactive exhibits like vintage trains.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

20 - 24 min

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Directions

Whitney Museum of American Art

Museum exclusively featuring 20th-century & contemporary art by American artists, most still living.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$60

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Levain Bakery – Harlem, NYC

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$58

10 - 12 min

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Directions

El Museo del Barrio

Museum devoted to Latino culture in the Americas, from the pre-Columbian era to modern times.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$18

Day 5Unveiling History and Artistic Masterpieces

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$166

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$ 6

New-York Historical Society

West Side museum presenting New York City history via artwork, manuscripts, furniture and more.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$48

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

Frank Lloyd Wright–designed modern art museum with an architecturally significant spiral rotunda.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$60

9 - 14 min

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Directions

San Matteo Pizza Espresso Bar

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$58

Day 6Modern Art, Bronx Charm, and Harlem's Culinary Gems

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$112

·

$ 11

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

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$60

26 - 32 min

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Directions

The Bronx Museum of the Arts

Specializing in contemporary art by New Yorkers of Latin, Asian & African-American descent.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

The Edge Harlem

Local eatery in the heart of Hamilton Heights, Harlem. Casual cuisine. Flavors of Jamaica and England with a New York attitude. Wine and beer.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$52

Day 7Art Extravaganza from Ancient to Contemporary

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$118

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$ 6

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$60

14 - 17 min

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Directions

The Studio Museum in Harlem

Paintings, photos & other works by artists of African descent, as well as programs & workshops.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Babbalucci

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$58

Day 8Design Wonders, Jewish Heritage, and Cozy Eateries

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$138

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$ 6

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

The Smithsonian's design collection & rotating exhibits are on display in this historic townhouse.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$30

2 - 3 min

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Directions

The Jewish Museum

Contemporary gift shop for handcrafted Jewish ceremonial objects & traditional marriage contracts.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$36

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Heidi's House

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$72

Day 9Maritime Adventures, Cultural Gems, and Local Fare

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$144

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$ 11

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$72

31 - 38 min

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Directions

Queens Museum

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Forest Hills Station House

The Best Bar in Forest Hills with rotating draft beer, signature cocktails , upscale pub fare, and an awesome outdoor patio.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$62

Budget breakdown: $1373 In total

Activities & Food:$1296

Transport:$77