A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York's Iconic Sights

Leonardo Saucedo

27 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover architectural marvels like the Chrysler Building and Rockefeller Center, immerse yourself in art at The Museum of Modern Art, and find tranquility at Bethesda Terrace in Central Park. From the iconic Statue of Liberty to the breathtaking views from Top of The Rock, this itinerary is packed with unforgettable experiences.

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Day 1

$140

$ 17

OYO Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$80

6 - 9 min

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Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$60

14 - 17 min

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Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

$ 11

OYO Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 3

$140

$ 11

OYO Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$80

19 - 23 min

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A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$60

14 - 17 min

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Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

$128

$ 22

OYO Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$78

35 - 42 min

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Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$50

35 - 42 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

$170

$ 17

OYO Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$66

27 - 33 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$104

Day 6

OYO Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 7

$76

$ 17

OYO Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$56

22 - 27 min

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Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

8 - 12 min

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Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $748 In total

Activities & Food:$654

Transport:$94