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A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York City

Mia Arana

Mia Arana

8 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge and Times Square to hidden gems like Little Island and Madison Square Park, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the energy of the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$0

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$ 22

Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 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
11 - 14 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
14 - 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 2
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$0

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$ 11

Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$0

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$ 17

Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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United Nations Headquarters
18-acre complex on the East River where 193 member-nations participate in international diplomacy.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 11

Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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Prospect Park
Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 17

Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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George Washington Bridge
Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$58

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$ 6

American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$58
14 - 17 min

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Carnegie Hall
Longtime music hall with exceptional acoustics, architecture & a storied performance history.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

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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
15 - 18 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $146 In total

Activities & Food:$58
Transport:$88