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10 Days in the Big Apple: A Journey through New York City

Lloit Mejia Rico

20 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in the vibrant city of New York. Explore iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge, Times Square, and Statue of Liberty. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this bustling metropolis.

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Day 1

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$0

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$ 33

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

8 - 10 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

31 - 38 min

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Chelsea Market

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Radio City Music Hall

Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$0

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$ 11

Times Square

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

35 - 42 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$140

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$ 22

9/11 Memorial & Museum

Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$140

13 - 16 min

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The High Line

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Rockefeller Center

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$100

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$ 22

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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$100

11 - 14 min

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Liberty State Park

Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

45 - 54 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral

Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

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$0

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$ 11

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

46 - 56 min

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Yankee Stadium

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

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$140

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$ 11

Bronx Zoo

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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$140

41 - 50 min

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Central Park

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 7

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$125

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$ 11

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$125

17 - 21 min

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United Nations Headquarters

18-acre complex on the East River where 193 member-nations participate in international diplomacy.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 8

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$176

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

9 - 14 min

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Empire State Building

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$176

10 - 15 min

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Madison Square Garden

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 9

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$140

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$ 33

New York Aquarium

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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$140

64 - 77 min

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Katz's Delicatessen

No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Washington Square Park

Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Flatiron Building

Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 10

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$0

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$ 22

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

29 - 35 min

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Prospect Park

Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

39 - 47 min

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Flushing Meadows Corona Park

Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $997 In total

Activities & Food:$821

Transport:$176