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A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York City

astrid649

astrid649

30 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is packed with excitement and cultural experiences. Discover the best of NYC as we delve into its diverse neighborhoods, indulge in delicious cuisine, and soak in the city's electrifying atmosphere.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$374

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$ 17

Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 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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$188
8 - 11 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$108
9 - 14 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$78
Day 2
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$186

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$ 50

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 - 12 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
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
25 - 30 min

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So Kong Dong Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$72
10 - 12 min

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George Washington Bridge
Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Sa Rit Gol
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$114
Day 3
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$291

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$ 17

Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$75
8 - 12 min

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Vitos Slices And Ices
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$72
9 - 14 min

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Shukette
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$144
Day 4
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$396

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$ 50

The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$210
15 - 18 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Kiki's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$108
16 - 23 min

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Manhattan Bridge
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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Michaeli Bakery
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$78
Day 5
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$452

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$ 17

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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$188
28 - 34 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Loring Place
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$144
5 - 8 min

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All’Antico Vinaio
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$120
Day 6
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$437

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$ 17

Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
41 - 50 min

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American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$173
7 - 10 min

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Daily Provisions
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$120
2 - 3 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper West Side, NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$144
Day 7
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$204

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$ 33

Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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The Edge Harlem
Local eatery in the heart of Hamilton Heights, Harlem. Casual cuisine. Flavors of Jamaica and England with a New York attitude. Wine and beer.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$102
8 - 10 min

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Sottocasa Pizzeria
Fresh ingredients, wood fired oven imported from Napoli, and authentic flavors: this is what pizza is for us. Simple and Delicious. Benvenuto!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$102

Budget breakdown: $2537 In total

Activities & Food:$2339
Transport:$198