A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York City

Vivien Vital

25 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure in the vibrant city of New York! Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple.

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Day 1

$146

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$56

22 - 27 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

9 - 14 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

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 2

$160

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

10 - 15 min

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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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$80

18 - 22 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$24

4 - 5 min

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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.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Day 3

$226

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

8 - 12 min

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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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$60

9 - 11 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$24

9 - 14 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$80

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 4

$86

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

11 - 16 min

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Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 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.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36

7 - 10 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 5

$174

$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$66

13 - 16 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$48

16 - 23 min

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Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

25 - 38 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 6

$160

$ 17

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

17 - 21 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

53 - 64 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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The authentic taste of Los Tacos No.1 comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from Mexico.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$40

2 - 3 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 7

$106

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

7 - 10 min

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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

16 - 20 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$20

8 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$34

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Budget breakdown: $1108 In total

Activities & Food:$1058

Transport:$50