8 Days in New York: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Deborah Hof

6 Oct 2023

Experience the best of New York City in 8 days. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious meals, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$45

$ 6

New York Marriott Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

Directions

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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18 - 27 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$99

$ 6

New York Marriott Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

4 - 5 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$48

12 - 18 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$55

$ 3

New York Marriott Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

Directions

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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6 - 8 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$24

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Day 4

$38

$ 9

New York Marriott Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

Directions

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

Directions

Orwashers is a New York City institution. Founded in 1916 by a Hungarian family, the bakery began as a small storefront in the UES. It was borne out of a desire to serve the local immigrant community and focused on high quality rye, black, and grain breads that reflected their homeland traditions.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

11 - 16 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

$50

$ 9

New York Marriott Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

Directions

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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6 - 9 min

Directions

Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$17

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 6

$90

New York Marriott Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

Directions

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

7 - 10 min

Directions

Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$35

2 - 3 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 7

$48

$ 6

New York Marriott Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

Directions

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$17

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 8

$59

$ 9

New York Marriott Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

Directions

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

6 - 9 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Modern Downtown lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a burger joint, a bar & a fitness room.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $528 In total

Activities & Food:$484

Transport:$44