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NYC Adventure: 6 Days of Thrills and Sights

James Tellez

23 Nov 2023

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Embark on an exhilarating 6-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this blog will guide you through an unforgettable adventure filled with culture, cuisine, and excitement.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Sky-high Views and Baseball Fever

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$504

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$ 33

131 Madison Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

The Rainbow Room

Entertainment, dinner, brunch & breathtaking views: All on the 65th floor. #30Rock #RockefellerCenter Join us for cocktails at our rooftop lounge, SixtyFive

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$57

2 - 3 min

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Directions

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

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$120

31 - 38 min

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Directions

Yankee Stadium

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$99

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Sushi By Bou

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$108

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Top of The Rock

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$120

Day 2Serenity in Central Park and Artistic Marvels

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$243

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$ 25

131 Madison Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Bluestone Lane

Bluestone Lane is an Australian-inspired coffee shop, cafés & lifestyle brand committed to providing a genuine daily escape for all our locals. We offer premium coffee and healthy and delicious eats through an always welcoming experience that embraces our ‘Aussie’ approach to life.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$69

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Central Park

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Quality Bistro

Quality Bistro is one of New York's best restaurants. Located in Midtown Manhattan, Quality Bistro offers French and American brasserie fare in grand open space for indoor and outdoor dining. Quality Bistro is open for limited indoor dining and covered and heated outdoor dining Tuesday-Saturday...

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$84

4 - 5 min

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Directions

The Museum of Modern Art

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$90

Day 3Nighttime Delights and Majestic Skyscrapers

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$405

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$ 17

131 Madison Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Eli's Night Shift

Daytime cafe for Zabar's specialities that turns into a bar for local beers & shandies after dark.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$63

9 - 14 min

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Directions

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

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$90

20 - 24 min

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Directions

Jongro BBQ

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$96

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Empire State Building

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$156

Day 4Tapas, Times Square, and Sports Spectacles

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$258

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$ 9

131 Madison Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Boqueria Spanish Tapas - West 40th Street

Lively, Barcelona-style tapas bar serving a menu of Spanish classics—like paella, churros, sangria, pulpo, and much more— and market-driven seasonal specials in a warm, modern space near NYC's Times Square.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$66

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Times Square

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Shake Shack

Modern day version of a roadside burger stand serving delicious burgers, hot dogs, shakes, frozen custard, beer, wine & more

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$87

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Madison Square Garden

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$105

Day 5Bakeries, Museums, and a Scenic Stroll

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$300

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$ 33

131 Madison Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Sullivan Street Bakery

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$75

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$108

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Vessel

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$30

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Shukette

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$87

5 - 8 min

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Directions

The High Line

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Brooklyn Bridge

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

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Cozy Bars, Historical Landmarks, and Lady Liberty

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$306

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$ 33

131 Madison Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Tiny's & The Bar Upstairs

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$54

8 - 12 min

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Directions

9/11 Memorial & Museum

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$99

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Sam A.M.

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$78

14 - 17 min

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Statue of Liberty

Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$75

Budget breakdown: $2165 In total

Activities & Food:$2016

Transport:$149