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New York Adventure: 9 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Erika Zarate

Erika Zarate

6 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of the Big Apple.

Day 1
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$59

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$ 14

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Katz's Deli
New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$8
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
Free
31 - 38 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$33
19 - 23 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
4 - 5 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
Day 2
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$85

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$ 9

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Birch Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$15
14 - 21 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$30
17 - 21 min

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American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$28
7 - 10 min

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Daily Provisions
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$12
Day 3
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$99

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$ 6

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$7
10 - 15 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$40
2 - 3 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$40
6 - 9 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$12
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.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Day 4
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$30

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$ 11

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

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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
$12
7 - 9 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
Free
26 - 32 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 - 1:30 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$18
5 - 8 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.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
Day 5
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$116

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$ 9

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
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 - 12:00 PM
$30
27 - 33 min

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Jongro BBQ
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$24
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.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$52
Day 6
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$41

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$ 9

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Fabrique
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$11
4 - 5 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$10
8 - 10 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
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
$20
7 - 10 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Free
Day 7
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$26

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$ 11

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Black Fox Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$9
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
Free
27 - 33 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
38 - 46 min

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Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$17
18 - 27 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
Day 8
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$111

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$ 9

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Takahachi Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$15
6 - 9 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$39
2 - 3 min

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One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$39
20 - 24 min

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Kiki's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$18
16 - 23 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
Day 9
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$91

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$ 11

119 Henry St

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Suited
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
7 - 10 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$33
22 - 27 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$21
17 - 21 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$25

Budget breakdown: $744 In total

Activities & Food:$658
Transport:$86