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8 Days in New York: A Journey of Adventure and Discovery

Belen Monsalvo

Belen Monsalvo

3 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$134

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$ 6

Daily Provisions
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
7 - 10 min

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American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$58
16 - 20 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$36
4 - 5 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Sushi By Bou
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$24
Day 2
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$113

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$ 6

Birch Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
9 - 14 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$33
6 - 8 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Sushi By Bou
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$24
6 - 9 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 3
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$161

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$ 11

Orwasher's Bakery
Orwashers is a New York City institution. Founded in 1916 by a Hungarian family, the bakery began as a small storefront in the UES. It was borne out of a desire to serve the local immigrant community and focused on high quality rye, black, and grain breads that reflected their homeland traditions.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
6 - 8 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$95
12 - 17 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
7 - 10 min

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Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 4
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$139

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$ 6

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
8 - 12 min

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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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$63
11 - 14 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
5 - 8 min

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New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
NYC's flagship library, in a beaux arts building next to Bryant Park, flanked by iconic stone lions.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 5
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$193

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$ 6

Bluestone Lane Manhattan West Café
Bluestone Lane is an Australian-inspired coffee shop, café & 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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$20
5 - 8 min

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Edge
Protruding 100-stories-high observation deck, with a glass floor, bar & 360-degree NYC views.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$60
2 - 3 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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The High Line
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
9 - 14 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
The authentic taste of Los Tacos No.1 comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from Mexico.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
2 - 3 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
18 - 27 min

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Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 6
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$375

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$ 6

La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
6 - 9 min

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Madame Tussauds New York
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$88
12 - 18 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$95
21 - 26 min

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Takahachi Bakery
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
5 - 8 min

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One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$103
6 - 9 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$34
Day 7
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$241

Suited
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
8 - 11 min

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One World Trade Center
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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$85
3 - 4 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$70
7 - 10 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$34
2 - 3 min

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Takahachi Bakery
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 8
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$173

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$ 17

Usagi NY
The Cafe features a special blend coffee from 95 RPM Coffee Roasters, tea menu selections from Ippodo, an authentic Japanese tea house from Kyoto.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
36 - 53 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
24 - 35 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$36
12 - 15 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 - 5:00 PM
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$63
34 - 41 min

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Hometown Bar-B-Que
Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$44

Budget breakdown: $1582 In total

Activities & Food:$1527
Transport:$55