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8 Days in Manhattan: Uncover the Urban Marvels

Iñaki Goenaga

26 Nov 2023

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Embark on an exhilarating journey through the heart of Manhattan, where towering skyscrapers meet historic landmarks. Discover hidden gems, iconic attractions, and immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the city that never sleeps.

Trip to Manhattan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Urban Delights and Historic Wonders

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$222

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$ 22

Hole In The Wall

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

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

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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 - 12:30 PM

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$140

15 - 18 min

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Vessel

Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$50

Day 2Coffee Bliss and Iconic Landmarks

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$60

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$ 11

Black Fox Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

11 - 16 min

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The Battery

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 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.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Breakfast Delights and Lady Liberty

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$153

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$ 11

Sam A.M.

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

14 - 17 min

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Statue of Liberty

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$125

Day 4Cuban Cuisine and Skyline Views

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$239

Tina's Cuban Cuisine

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

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 - 12:00 PM

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$191

9 - 14 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 - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Artistic Indulgence and Iconic Plaza

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$165

La Colombe Torrefaction

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

10 - 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.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 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.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$125

Day 6Bakery Delights and Serene Oasis

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$234

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$ 22

Orwasher's Bakery

Orwashers is a New York City institution. Founded in 1916 by a Hungarian family, the bakery began as a small storefront in the UES. It was borne out of a desire to serve the local immigrant community and focused on high quality rye, black, and grain breads that reflected their homeland traditions.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$44

6 - 8 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

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Top of The Rock

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$190

Day 7Heavenly Treats and Cultural Treasures

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$161

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$ 11

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

8 - 12 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 - 1:00 PM

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$125

15 - 18 min

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Times Square

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Coffee Connoisseur and Maritime Adventure

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$225

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$ 11

Intelligentsia Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

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 - 11:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$165

Budget breakdown: $1547 In total

Activities & Food:$1459

Transport:$88