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3 Days in New York: A Journey through Iconic Landmarks

Sara Maldonado

Sara Maldonado

13 Nov 2023

Experience the best of New York City in just 3 days! Explore Central Park, visit the Empire State Building, and marvel at the beauty of the Brooklyn Bridge. Immerse yourself in art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and enjoy breathtaking views from Top of The Rock. Discover the vibrant atmosphere of Times Square and pay tribute at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Don't miss the chance to see the Statue of Liberty up close. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$143

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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
16 - 20 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$40
15 - 18 min

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Jongro BBQ
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$52
10 - 12 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
No time set
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$33
Day 2
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$82

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$ 14

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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$30
21 - 26 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$40
18 - 22 min

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Shukette
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$12
5 - 8 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
No time set
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
No time set
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Free
Day 3
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$70

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$ 14

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
24 - 29 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$33
21 - 26 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$12
15 - 18 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$25
36 - 44 min

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New York Stock Exchange
Landmark building on Wall Street and home to one of the world's leading stock exchanges.
No time set
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Ellis Island
No time set
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Free

Budget breakdown: $331 In total

Activities & Food:$295
Transport:$36