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New York Adventure: 9 Days of Exploration

luisrod27

luisrod27

8 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, cultural hotspots, and hidden gems that will leave you in awe. Join me as I explore Bryant Park, the New York Public Library, Bethesda Terrace, and much more!

Day 1
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$0

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$ 33

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 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.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 2
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$40

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$ 33

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$40
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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
20 - 24 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 3
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$176

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$ 33

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Madame Tussauds New York
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$176
17 - 21 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 22

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
Day 5
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$352

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$ 22

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$208
25 - 30 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$144
Day 6
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$112

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$ 22

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

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Bow Bridge
This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
12 - 17 min

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American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$112
Day 7
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$160

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$ 33

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$160
25 - 30 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $1038 In total

Activities & Food:$840
Transport:$198