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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Alicia Cabrera

Alicia Cabrera

10 Oct 2023

Join me on an exciting 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$72

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$ 33

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Belvedere Castle
Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Pisticci
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$72
10 - 15 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$173

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$ 22

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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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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The Met Cloisters
Branch of the Metropolitan, showcasing medieval art in a French monastery overlooking the Hudson.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$125
8 - 10 min

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CHOCnyc
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$48
Day 3
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$48

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$ 11

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
20 - 24 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
6 - 9 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$72

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$ 22

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
13 - 16 min

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Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Shake Shack
Shake Shack is a modern day roadside burger stand serving the most delicious burgers, hot dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine and more! The venue is located near the south end of Madison Square Park in the Flatiron District.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$72
2 - 3 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$146

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$ 22

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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$50
13 - 16 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 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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$96
18 - 27 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$220

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$ 22

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
10 - 15 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$140
13 - 16 min

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Kiki's
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$80
16 - 23 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$68

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$ 44

Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
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
26 - 32 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
44 - 53 min

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L & B Spumoni Gardens
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$68
9 - 11 min

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Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$72

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$ 33

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
38 - 46 min

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Empanadas Cafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
10 - 12 min

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Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1080 In total

Activities & Food:$871
Transport:$209