6 Days in the Big Apple: Exploring the Best of New York City

maria angeles adame

27 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge and Times Square to hidden gems like Chelsea Market and Luna Park, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture, breathtaking views, and unforgettable experiences that the city that never sleeps has to offer!

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$ 44

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

7 - 9 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

$ 11

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

$ 33

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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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

5 - 8 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

$ 44

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

33 - 40 min

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Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 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.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

$ 22

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Longtime music hall with exceptional acoustics, architecture & a storied performance history.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

$ 11

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

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

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

35 - 42 min

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $165 In total

Activities & Food:Free

Transport:$165