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5 Days in the Big Apple

Luis Oliveras

Luis Oliveras

11 Dec 2023

Experience the best of New York City in just 5 days! From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on an unforgettable journey through the city that never sleeps.

Day 1Coffee, Skyscrapers, and Sushi
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$212

La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
10 - 15 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$80
2 - 3 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$80
5 - 8 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$36
Day 2Bakeries, Parks, and City Views
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$158

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$ 11

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
$30
6 - 8 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
28 - 34 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
$104
Day 3Bakery Delights, Art, and Elevated Walks
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$98

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$ 6

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
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
$60
24 - 29 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Shukette
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$24
Day 4Hidden Gems, Bridges, and Reflections
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$126

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$ 6

Hole In The Wall
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$24
14 - 21 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
13 - 16 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$66
7 - 10 min

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Takahachi Bakery
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$36
Day 5Breakfast, Lady Liberty, and Bright Lights
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$118

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$ 11

Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
13 - 16 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$50
50 - 60 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$48

Budget breakdown: $745 In total

Activities & Food:$712
Transport:$33