7 Days in the Concrete Jungle

Albert Nunez

1 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling week-long adventure in the heart of New York City. Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and indulge in delectable cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the concrete jungle!

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Bakeries to Sky-High Views

$66

$ 9

Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City New York

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$18

5 - 8 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$40

Day 2Coffee, Museums, and BBQ Delights

$115

$ 11

Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City New York

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

15 - 18 min

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Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$36

19 - 23 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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$52

4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

Day 3Bridges, Memorials, and Culinary Delights

$52

$ 9

Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City New York

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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13 - 20 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$33

7 - 10 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

Day 4Breakfast Delights, Iconic Landmarks, and Tacos

$94

$ 11

Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City New York

Depart from your stay 🏨

51 - 62 min

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Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

14 - 17 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

59 - 71 min

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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

11 - 16 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$17

Day 5Coffee, Art, Sports, and Harlem Vibes

$97

$ 11

Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City New York

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

14 - 21 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

25 - 30 min

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Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$33

10 - 12 min

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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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$24

Day 6Bakeries, Central Park, and Pickles

$31

$ 9

Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City New York

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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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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$11

6 - 8 min

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