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3 Days in the Big Apple: Exploring the Best of New York City

Katie Clemen

Katie Clemen

4 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 3-day adventure in the vibrant city of New York! Discover iconic landmarks like Central Park, Rockefeller Center, and Bryant Park on Day 1. On Day 2, immerse yourself in the dazzling lights of Times Square, visit the majestic Empire State Building, and walk across the historic Brooklyn Bridge. Finally, on Day 3, pay tribute at the solemn 9/11 Memorial & Museum, marvel at the Statue of Liberty, and unwind at The Battery. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

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Viator

Day 1
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$0

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$ 11

Dylan Hotel NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Dylan Hotel NYC
Stylish lodging, once home to Dylan Thomas, offering a chic lobby, free Wi-Fi & a clubby steakhouse.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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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
10 - 15 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Dylan Hotel NYC
Stylish lodging, once home to Dylan Thomas, offering a chic lobby, free Wi-Fi & a clubby steakhouse.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$95

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$ 17

Dylan Hotel NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Dylan Hotel NYC
Stylish lodging, once home to Dylan Thomas, offering a chic lobby, free Wi-Fi & a clubby steakhouse.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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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
23 - 28 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$95
Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Dylan Hotel NYC
Stylish lodging, once home to Dylan Thomas, offering a chic lobby, free Wi-Fi & a clubby steakhouse.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$133

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$ 22

Dylan Hotel NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Dylan Hotel NYC
Stylish lodging, once home to Dylan Thomas, offering a chic lobby, free Wi-Fi & a clubby steakhouse.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Directions

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$70
40 - 48 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$63
The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Dylan Hotel NYC
Stylish lodging, once home to Dylan Thomas, offering a chic lobby, free Wi-Fi & a clubby steakhouse.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $277 In total

Activities & Food:$228
Transport:$50