8 Days in the Big Apple: A New York Adventure

Vanessa Lara

9 Oct 2023

Experience the best of New York City in 8 exciting days. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the city that never sleeps.

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Viator

Day 1

$55

Contemporary Coffee Shop, Bar, and restaurant on Pineapple Street in Brooklyn Heights

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$19

13 - 20 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Day 2

$86

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$23

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$35

10 - 12 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$28

Day 3

$96

Locanda Verde is a casual, energetic, affordable neighborhood Italian taverna in TriBeCa serving celebrated chef Andrew Carmellini’s soul-satisfying riffs on Italian cooking.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

10 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$43

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$32

Day 4

$83

$ 6

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

12 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$31

34 - 41 min

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Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$29

Day 5

$102

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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$25

3 - 4 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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$48

8 - 11 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$29

Day 6

$92

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

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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$48

9 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

Day 7

$50

$ 3

Cafe by day, cocktail lounge by night. Coffee always available.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

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

24 - 29 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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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...

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$29

Day 8

$61

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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$25

8 - 12 min

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