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Discover the Best of New York in 11 Days

Nataly Parra

Nataly Parra

29 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the iconic landmarks and hidden gems of New York City. This 11-day itinerary is packed with excitement, culture, and mouthwatering cuisine, ensuring an incredible solo adventure.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$112

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$ 17

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$50
35 - 42 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Daily Provisions
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
14 - 21 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Cotenna
Helmed by James Beard award-winning chef Roberto Passon, Cotenna is a rustic Italian wine bar specializing in Italian tapas or Cicchetti, and is home to some of the finest Italian wines. It is a great spot for dates due to its lively, intimate setting.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 2
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$142

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$ 28

Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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L & B Spumoni Gardens
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
9 - 11 min

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New York Aquarium
Aquarium on the Coney Island boardwalk hosting exhibits on marine life & daily sea lion shows.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$70
21 - 26 min

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Villabate Alba
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$24
Day 3
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$232

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$ 28

Liberty Science Center
4 floors & 12 galleries with interactive science exhibits, a planetarium & a 3D theater.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$63
29 - 35 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
Pink, interactive ice cream-themed museum with a sprinkles pool, subway, 3-floor slide & café.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$98
37 - 45 min

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Villabate Alba
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$24
20 - 24 min

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Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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L & B Spumoni Gardens
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 4
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$160

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$ 11

Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Jongro BBQ
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
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.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$88
12 - 17 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
Day 5
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$201

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$ 28

Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$25
10 - 12 min

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Madame Tussauds New York
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$88
12 - 15 min

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Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Pisticci
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$48
10 - 15 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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George Washington Bridge
Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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So Kong Dong Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 6
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$171

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$ 6

The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine
Immense, historic church known for its concerts, Sunday service & annual blessing of the animals.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Hold Fast Kitchen and Spirits
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$40
9 - 14 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$83
14 - 21 min

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B Side Pizza & Wine Bar
B Side Pizza & Wine Bar uses authentic Pavesi Italian wood burning oven for all of our wood fired pizzas and plates. We have a wide variety of wine and beer.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 7
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$132

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$ 11

American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$58
12 - 18 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 - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
10 - 15 min

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Wollman Rink
This seasonal ice skating rink in Central Park boasts a panoramic view of the city skyline.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 8
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$150

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$ 11

Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Bronx Zoo
Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$70
10 - 12 min

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Casa Della Mozzarella Italian Deli
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$36
3 - 4 min

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Tino's Delicatessen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$44
Day 9
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$139

Central Park
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
6 - 9 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.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$63
8 - 11 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$42
8 - 11 min

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Marinara Pizza
At Marinara Pizza, we have a passion for creating delicious food using quality ingredients and time-tested recipes. We have a love for hospitality and aim to treat our guests like family. Our menu features a variety of classic and specialty pizza as well pastas, salads, heroes, and classic Italia...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 10
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$76

Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 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.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
7 - 10 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.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
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.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 11
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$160

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$ 11

Queens County Farm Museum
Historic colonial farmhouse with 47 acres of sustainable lands, plus educational programs & tours.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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New York Hall of Science
This former 1964 World's Fair pavilion now houses more than 450 interactive science & tech exhibits.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$40
19 - 23 min

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Pye Boat Noodle
Pye Boat Noodle brings delicious noodle soups and street food from the canal boats of Thailand to the neighborhood of Astoria, NY.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
6 - 9 min

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Museum of the Moving Image
The history of film, television & digital media told via interactive displays, plus screenings.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$38
10 - 15 min

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Il Bambino
We took the panini tradition from the old country, worked hard at making it better using local produce and carefully baked breads. We saw our customers smile… the Panino Americano was born.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48

Budget breakdown: $1821 In total

Activities & Food:$1673
Transport:$149