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A 10-Day Adventure in New York City

Paola Ré

Paola Ré

2 Oct 2023

Experience the best of New York City in 10 days with this exciting itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, beautiful parks, and cultural attractions.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$0

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$ 11

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 22

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Directions

Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$0

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$ 17

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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The High Line
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
Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 11

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 11

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$25

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$ 17

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
New York Transit Museum
Housed in a 1936 subway station, this museum features interactive exhibits like vintage trains.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

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$ 22

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
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 - 18 min

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Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Belvedere Castle
Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

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$ 17

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Broadway Theatre
Broadway theater dating to 1924 known for hosting large musical productions in its 1,761-seat space.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
George Washington Bridge
Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 9
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$58

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$ 11

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
American Museum of Natural History
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
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 10
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$33

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$ 17

442 W 37th St

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$33
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $269 In total

Activities & Food:$115
Transport:$154