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NYC Adventure: 10 Days of Thrills and Delights

Maria Raposo

Maria Raposo

22 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Immerse yourself in iconic landmarks, savor mouthwatering cuisine, and discover hidden gems. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Day 1Deli Delights and Bridge Bliss
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$36

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$ 11

Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
16 - 20 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
Free
14 - 17 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$36
Day 2Remembering History and Culinary Delights
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$90

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$ 6

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$66
10 - 12 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
The authentic taste of Los Tacos No.1 comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from Mexico.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$24
Day 3Lady Liberty, Parks, and Gastronomic Delights
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$74

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$ 11

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$50
36 - 44 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Loring Place
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$24
Day 4Parks, Sports, Sushi, and Sky-high Delights
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$186

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$ 11

Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
32 - 39 min

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Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$70
14 - 17 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
5 - 8 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$80
Day 5Architectural Marvels and Artistic Delights
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$194

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$ 17

Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$20
15 - 18 min

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The Museum of Modern Art
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$60
25 - 30 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
$66
10 - 12 min

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The Edge Harlem
Local eatery in the heart of Hamilton Heights, Harlem. Casual cuisine. Flavors of Jamaica and England with a New York attitude. Wine and beer.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$48
Day 6Elevated Walkways, Serene Churches, and Park Pleasures
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$40

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$ 11

The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
16 - 20 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Jacob's Pickles
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$40
Day 7Wildlife Encounters and Maritime Delights
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$174

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$ 6

Bronx Zoo
Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$68
27 - 33 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$72
11 - 16 min

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Hold Fast Kitchen and Spirits
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$34
Day 8Artistic Treasures and Heavenly Baked Delights
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$96

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$60
8 - 11 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
Day 9Skyline Views, Neon Lights, and Taco Delights
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$146

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$ 6

Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$104
12 - 15 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$42
Day 10Park Adventures and Culinary Delights
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$136

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$ 11

Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
26 - 32 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 - 12:30 PM
$80
53 - 64 min

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Ix Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
12 - 17 min

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Prospect Park
Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$20

Budget breakdown: $1260 In total

Activities & Food:$1172
Transport:$88