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8 Days in the Concrete Jungle 🗽

Victor Gonzalez

Victor Gonzalez

21 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is packed with excitement, culture, and mouthwatering delights. Get ready to experience the Big Apple like never before!

Day 1Soaring Heights and Exquisite Sushi
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$330

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$ 25

Empire State Building
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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$156
13 - 16 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$120
5 - 8 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
38 - 46 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
No time set
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Free
32 - 39 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.
No time set
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Free
Day 2Bright Lights and Urban Oasis
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$168

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$ 17

Times Square
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
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
5 - 8 min

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Shukette
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
11 - 16 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
No time set
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$30
61 - 74 min

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Bronx Zoo
Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.
No time set
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$102
Day 3Market Marvels and Naval Adventures
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$144

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$ 9

Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$108
11 - 16 min

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Hold Fast Kitchen and Spirits
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
Day 4Artistic Wonders and Culinary Delights
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$264

Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$120
6 - 9 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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$90
8 - 11 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
Day 5Sports Thrills and Historic Landmarks
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$171

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$ 17

Yankee Stadium
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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$99
32 - 39 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Katz's Deli
New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
Day 6Nature's Retreat and Iconic Crossing
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$60

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$ 9

Central Park
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
42 - 51 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
11:30 AM - 12:30 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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
Day 7Artistic Treasures and Heavenly Treats
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$141

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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$90
8 - 11 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$51
Day 8Reflecting on History and Lady Liberty's Grace
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$228

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$ 17

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$99
27 - 33 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$75
13 - 16 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$54

Budget breakdown: $1597 In total

Activities & Food:$1506
Transport:$91