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New York City: A Week of Adventure

Linda Franco

27 Sep 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 7-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Explore iconic landmarks like Times Square, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and Central Park. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history and culture at renowned museums and enjoy breathtaking views from the top of skyscrapers. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the Big Apple!

Trip to New York

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Day 1

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$0

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$ 6

Times Square

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 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.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Chelsea Market

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$70

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$ 6

Brooklyn Bridge Park

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Brooklyn Bridge

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 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

12 - 17 min

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The Battery

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

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$148

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$ 6

Statue of Liberty

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$63

23 - 28 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.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$85

Day 4

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$120

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$ 11

Vessel

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

8 - 10 min

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Empire State Building

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$95

12 - 15 min

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Radio City Music Hall

Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5

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$0

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$ 11

St. Patrick's Cathedral

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Rockefeller Center

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 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

8 - 10 min

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Washington Square Park

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 6

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$158

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$ 6

Central Park

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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The Museum of Modern Art

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$63

5 - 8 min

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Top of The Rock

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$95

Day 7

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$63

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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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$63

Budget breakdown: $602 In total

Activities & Food:$558

Transport:$44