10 Days in the Big Apple: A Journey through New York City

Douglas Jiménez Artavia

11 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in the heart of New York City. Explore iconic landmarks, savor delicious meals, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the city that never sleeps.

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Viator

Day 1

$36

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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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

3 - 4 min

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Shake Shack is a modern day roadside burger stand serving the most delicious burgers, hot dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine and more! The venue is located near the south end of Madison Square Park in the Flatiron District.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

Day 2

$207

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$95

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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$88

4 - 6 min

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Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

Day 3

$212

$ 6

A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$85

2 - 3 min

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Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$103

12 - 15 min

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Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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The authentic taste of Los Tacos No.1 comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from Mexico.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

Day 4

$106

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$70

29 - 35 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Day 5

$111

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$63

28 - 34 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$48

Day 6

$40

$ 11

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

28 - 41 min

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Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

21 - 26 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 7

$129

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$95

8 - 11 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$34

Day 8

$144

$ 11

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.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

11 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$83

11 - 16 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36

Day 9

$100

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$58

12 - 18 min

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Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$42

2 - 3 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 10

$36

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $1174 In total

Activities & Food:$1119

Transport:$55