5 Days in Manhattan: A Journey Through Iconic Landmarks

Juan Carlos Abreu

5 Oct 2023

Experience the best of Manhattan in 5 days with this exciting itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge, One World Observatory, and Times Square. Indulge in delicious breakfast spots and immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the city that never sleeps.

Trip to Manhattan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$286

$ 17

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Established in 2002, Ruby’s prides itself on using fresh local produce balanced with Australian culinary influences.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

7 - 9 min

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Pink, interactive ice cream-themed museum with a sprinkles pool, subway, 3-floor slide & café.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$98

19 - 28 min

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Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$70

Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$103

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$140

$ 22

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

Directions

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

7 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

8 - 10 min

Directions

Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$85

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$207

$ 6

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

10 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$96

5 - 8 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$98

8 - 11 min

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Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$87

$ 17

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

12 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$63

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

$149

$ 22

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

Directions

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

10 - 12 min

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Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$95

7 - 9 min

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

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$34

Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

Unfussy rooms, some featuring Empire State Building views, in a relaxed hotel offering a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $951 In total

Activities & Food:$869

Transport:$83