A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York City's Best

Eider de la Cruz

19 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building and Times Square to hidden gems like the High Line and Levain Bakery, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the bustling energy of the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$204

$ 33

New York Marriott Marquis

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

4 - 5 min

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Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$40

36 - 44 min

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Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$132

Day 2

$344

$ 44

New York Marriott Marquis

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

20 - 24 min

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Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$144

14 - 17 min

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Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$140

Day 3

$236

$ 22

New York Marriott Marquis

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

4 - 5 min

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Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$208

16 - 20 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

$328

New York Marriott Marquis

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

10 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$160

6 - 9 min

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Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$120

Day 5

$40

$ 55

New York Marriott Marquis

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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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

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$40

7 - 9 min

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