NYC Adventure: 9 Days of Iconic Sights and Hidden Gems

Kevin Labianco

26 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and savor the diverse culinary delights. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Big Apple!

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Sports, Art, and Spirituality

$63

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$33

23 - 28 min

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Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

5 - 8 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Urban Splendor

$74

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$34

35 - 42 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$40

Day 3Serenity in the Heart of the City

$40

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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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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$40

Day 4Artistic Treasures and Urban Oasis

$30

$ 3

A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

26 - 32 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

Day 5Delicatessen Delights and Historic Remembrance

$33

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 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

15 - 18 min

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

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$33

Day 6Coastal Charm and Architectural Marvels

$10

$ 6

Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 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

26 - 32 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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$10

Day 7Lady Liberty, Foodie Paradise, and Elevated Serenity

$25

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

32 - 39 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Bright Lights and Bustling Streets

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 9Sky-High Views, Sports Legends, and Aerospace Wonders

$123

$ 3

Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$52

10 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$35

18 - 22 min

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Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $426 In total

Activities & Food:$398

Transport:$28