A Week in the Big Apple: New York City Itinerary

Darren Curtis

9 Oct 2023

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

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$166

$ 11

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

Directions

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

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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$38

5 - 8 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$72

As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$172

$ 11

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

Directions

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

Friedmans is a family run business, which operates locations throughout New York City. Our mantra is simple, Eat good food and this is what we strive to deliver to our guests.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$46

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$56

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$70

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$162

$ 11

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

Directions

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

Our passionate team here at Bibble & Sip strives to serve the finest gourmet coffee, espresso, and pastries. Trained in French Confectionery and inspired by Asian flavors, our savory treats hope to bring you the best of both worlds.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$42

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$64

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$251

$ 11

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

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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$44

4 - 5 min

Directions

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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$95

3 - 4 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$58

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$54

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

$160

$ 11

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

Directions

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

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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$50

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

5 - 8 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$58

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 6

$142

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

Directions

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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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$36

4 - 6 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

Directions

Richly artisanal food that engages all of your senses with vibrant color and fresh flavor. Our team have crafted a menu that needs to be tasted to be believed.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$52

100% plant-based fast casual restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$54

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 7

$172

$ 11

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

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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$42

5 - 8 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$58

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Day 8

$254

$ 28

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

66 - 80 min

Directions

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

12 - 15 min

Directions

Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$70

20 - 24 min

Directions

Green Garden Health Food Store offers a variety of fresh, delicious options including a juice bar. Come join us for a refreshing drink!

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$72

The Soul of Havana arrives in the Bronx. With an intimate dining room, street side bar, and custom brick oven, our Cafe is as charming, warm and exciting as the city it’s named for. Chef Alex Garcia offers up some nouvelle twists like Pizza Cubana, Latin American casseroles, and the Cuban Sandwich.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$62

Bright budget hotel featuring streamlined rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus an eatery/bar & a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1573 In total

Activities & Food:$1479

Transport:$94