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10 Days in the Big Apple: A Journey through New York City

Robinson Gomez

Robinson Gomez

27 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 10-day adventure in the vibrant city of New York! Explore iconic landmarks like Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and the Statue of Liberty. Immerse yourself in art and culture at The Museum of Modern Art and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Experience the energy of Madison Square Garden and Yankee Stadium. Get lost in the beauty of Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge. This blog is your ultimate guide to an unforgettable trip to the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$0

Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$0

Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$63

The Museum of Modern Art
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$63
4 - 6 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$33

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$ 6

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
9 - 11 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$33
Day 5
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$0

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$ 11

The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$63

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$63
Day 8
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$0

Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 9
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$70

Bronx Zoo
Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$70
Day 10
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$63

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
6 - 9 min

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$63

Budget breakdown: $307 In total

Activities & Food:$290
Transport:$17