NYC Adventure: 9 Days of Thrills and Sights

Alexa Lund

26 Nov 2023

Embark on an epic journey through the concrete jungle of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, experience the vibrant energy and rich culture of the Big Apple. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

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Viator

Day 1Deli Delights and Bridge Bliss

$ 22

No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Reflecting on History and Park Paradise

$132

$ 11

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$132

15 - 18 min

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This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Lady Liberty and Market Marvels

$140

$ 22

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$100

32 - 39 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$40

Day 4Sports Fever and Wildlife Wonders

$268

$ 11

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$132

20 - 24 min

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Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$136

Day 5Nature's Oasis and Architectural Splendor

$ 11

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

13 - 16 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Artistic Treasures and Modern Masterpieces

$240

$ 11

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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$120

15 - 18 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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$120

Day 7Sports Spectacle and Skyline Soaring

$348

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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$140

10 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$208

Day 8Neon Lights and Panoramic Views

$160

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

8 - 12 min

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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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$160

Day 9Iconic Plaza and Elevated Serenity

$160

$ 11

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$160

19 - 23 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1547 In total

Activities & Food:$1448

Transport:$99