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New York Adventure: 11 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Femy Perez

Femy Perez

27 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, lush parks, and cultural hotspots that will leave you in awe. Join me as I share my exciting itinerary filled with hidden gems and must-visit attractions.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$0

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$ 6

The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$63

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$63
Day 3
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$33

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$ 6

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
20 - 24 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$33
Day 4
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$0

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$ 6

Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 6

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
17 - 21 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

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$ 6

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
49 - 59 min

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Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 9
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$0

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 10
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$ 6

Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 11
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$0

Budget breakdown: $128 In total

Activities & Food:$95
Transport:$33