New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Alice Crespo

15 Oct 2023

Join me on an exciting 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building and Brooklyn Bridge to hidden gems like Bethesda Terrace and The High Line, this itinerary is packed with unforgettable experiences. Discover the rich history at the American Museum of Natural History, get lost in the bustling Times Square, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Central Park. Don't miss out on this incredible solo adventure!

Trip to New York

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Viator

Day 1

$ 17

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$87

$ 17

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$86

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$105

$ 17

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

Directions

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$105

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$ 25

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

32 - 39 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

$147

$ 25

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

Pink, interactive ice cream-themed museum with a sprinkles pool, subway, 3-floor slide & café.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$146

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 6

$132

$ 25

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

Directions

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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$132

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 7

$42

$ 25

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

58 - 70 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Circa-1899 museum, billed as the world's first for kids, with 30,000+ objects & hands-on exhibits.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$41

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 8

$105

$ 17

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

Depart from your stay 🏨

49 - 59 min

Directions

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Aquarium on the Coney Island boardwalk hosting exhibits on marine life & daily sea lion shows.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$105

Modern, high-rise hotel featuring a 24-hour exercise room & complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $781 In total

Activities & Food:$616

Transport:$165