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8 Days in New York: A Journey of Delights

Lilian Wetter

Lilian Wetter

17 Oct 2023

Join me on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in the vibrant city of New York. From iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge and Empire State Building to hidden gems like La Colombe Torrefaction and Levain Bakery, this itinerary is packed with delicious food, stunning sights, and incredible experiences.

Trip to New York

Day 1
+

$276

·

$ 50

Hilton New York Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$66
19 - 23 min

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Directions

Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 27 min

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Directions

Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$132
Kiki's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$78
Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
+

$318

·

$ 50

Hilton New York Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
7 - 9 min

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Directions

Orwasher's Bakery
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
•
$90
11 - 16 min

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Directions

Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
•
Free
0
Jacob's Pickles
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$114
Jacob's Pickles
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$114
Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
+

$258

·

$ 33

Hilton New York Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
8 - 10 min

~

Directions

Birch Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
•
$42
6 - 9 min

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Directions

Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
•
Free
6 - 9 min

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Directions

Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
•
$72
Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$144
Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 4
+

$452

·

$ 33

Hilton New York Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Directions

Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
8 - 12 min

~

Directions

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$78
12 - 17 min

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Directions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$188
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Marinara Pizza
At Marinara Pizza, we have a passion for creating delicious food using quality ingredients and time-tested recipes. We have a love for hospitality and aim to treat our guests like family. Our menu features a variety of classic and specialty pizza as well pastas, salads, heroes, and classic Italia...
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
•
$108
Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$78
Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 5
+

$588

·

$ 33

Hilton New York Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Tina's Cuban Cuisine
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
•
$60
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$264
12 - 18 min

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Directions

Jongro BBQ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
•
$144
Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$120
Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 6
+

$354

Hilton New York Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

~

Directions

Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
7 - 10 min

~

Directions

La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
•
$66
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
•
Free
0
Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$144
Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$144
Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 7
+

$516

·

$ 33

Hilton New York Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

~

Directions

Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
7 - 10 min

~

Directions

Takahachi Bakery
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$102
7 - 10 min

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Directions

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$210
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Los Tacos No. 1
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
•
$102
Takahachi Bakery
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$102
Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 8
+

$504

·

$ 66

Hilton New York Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

~

Directions

Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
15 - 18 min

~

Directions

Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
•
$90
35 - 42 min

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Directions

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
•
$150
9 - 14 min

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Directions

The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
•
Free
0
Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$132
Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$132
Hilton New York Times Square
High-rise lodging in the heart of Times Square, with city views, a sleek bar & a laid-back eatery.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $3563 In total

Activities & Food:$3266
Transport:$297