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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploration

Pablo Campillo

27 Sep 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and indulge in the city's diverse culinary scene. Join me as I explore Little Island, Chelsea Market, Vessel, The High Line, Flatiron Building, Empire State Building, and much more!

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Day 1

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$25

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$ 6

Little Island

Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Chelsea Market

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Vessel

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

Day 2

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$95

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$ 6

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

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Flatiron Building

Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Empire State Building

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$95

Day 3

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$0

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$ 6

New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

NYC's flagship library, in a beaux arts building next to Bryant Park, flanked by iconic stone lions.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Grand Central Terminal

Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Bethesda Terrace

Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$0

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

8 - 11 min

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Directions

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

5 - 8 min

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Directions

St. Patrick's Cathedral

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

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$58

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$ 6

American Museum of Natural History

From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$58

25 - 30 min

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Directions

Brooklyn Bridge

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

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$63

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

6 - 9 min

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Directions

The Museum of Modern Art

Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$63

Day 7

+

$95

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$ 6

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

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Top of The Rock

Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$95

Day 8

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$70

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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 - 10:00 AM

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$70

15 - 18 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

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Free

Budget breakdown: $438 In total

Activities & Food:$405

Transport:$33