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8 Days in the Big Apple: A Multicultural Adventure

Fabiola Galiana

Fabiola Galiana

23 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the diverse cultures of the city that never sleeps.

Day 1
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$284

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$ 28

70 Washington St

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Vineapple
Contemporary Coffee Shop, Bar, and restaurant on Pineapple Street in Brooklyn Heights
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$38
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
Free
16 - 20 min

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MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
Pink, interactive ice cream-themed museum with a sprinkles pool, subway, 3-floor slide & café.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$98
25 - 30 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
$20
20 - 24 min

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Ci Siamo
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$72
25 - 30 min

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Shukette
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56
Day 2
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$276

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$ 11

70 Washington St

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Blue Bottle Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$46
4 - 6 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$104
4 - 5 min

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Jongro BBQ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$56
2 - 3 min

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Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong
A remarkably fun experience of high-quality Korean barbecue. Not your average Korean restaurant.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$70
Day 3
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$164

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$ 17

70 Washington St

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Boqueria Spanish Tapas - West 40th Street
Lively, Barcelona-style tapas bar serving a menu of Spanish classics—like paella, churros, sangria, pulpo, and much more— and market-driven seasonal specials in a warm, modern space near NYC's Times Square.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$42
7 - 10 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Aki Sushi
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$64
6 - 8 min

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The Lobster Club
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$58
Day 4
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$236

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$ 17

70 Washington St

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Katz's Deli
New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$44
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
27 - 33 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$80
6 - 9 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
8 - 12 min

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Quality Bistro
Quality Bistro is one of New York's best restaurants. Located in Midtown Manhattan, Quality Bistro offers French and American brasserie fare in grand open space for indoor and outdoor dining. Quality Bistro is open for limited indoor dining and covered and heated outdoor dining Tuesday-Saturday...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$54
Day 5
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$160

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$ 17

70 Washington St

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Bluestone Lane
Bluestone Lane is an Australian-inspired coffee shop, cafés & lifestyle brand committed to providing a genuine daily escape for all our locals. We offer premium coffee and healthy and delicious eats through an always welcoming experience that embraces our ‘Aussie’ approach to life.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$50
8 - 12 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
12 - 15 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
5 - 8 min

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The Lobster Club
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$58
10 - 15 min

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Nobu Fifty Seven
As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$52
Day 6
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$202

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$ 17

70 Washington St

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Eli's Night Shift
Daytime cafe for Zabar's specialities that turns into a bar for local beers & shandies after dark.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
9 - 14 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
$60
7 - 9 min

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Heidi's House
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$52
2 - 3 min

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Boqueria UES
Lively, Barcelona-style tapas bar serving a menu of Spanish classics—like paella, churros, sangria, pulpo, and much more— and market-driven seasonal specials in a warm, modern space in NYC's Upper East Side.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$54
Day 7
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$308

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$ 17

70 Washington St

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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The Rainbow Room
Entertainment, dinner, brunch & breathtaking views: All on the 65th floor. #30Rock #RockefellerCenter Join us for cocktails at our rooftop lounge, SixtyFive
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$42
3 - 4 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
$80
24 - 29 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$66
7 - 10 min

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Pisillo Italian Cafe
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$58
4 - 6 min

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Manhatta
Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta is a new restaurant from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with the down-to-earth spirit of a neighborhood spot.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$62
Day 8
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$262

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$ 11

70 Washington St

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Tiny's & The Bar Upstairs
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$50
8 - 11 min

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One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$78
8 - 11 min

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Takahachi
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$72
12 - 18 min

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Manhatta
Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta is a new restaurant from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with the down-to-earth spirit of a neighborhood spot.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$62

Budget breakdown: $2024 In total

Activities & Food:$1892
Transport:$132