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3-Day Adventure in New York: Exploring the Best of the Big Apple

Laura Kretz

Laura Kretz

3 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 3-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the city that never sleeps.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$128

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$ 22

Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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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
8 - 12 min

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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
5 - 8 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
9 - 14 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Katz's Deli
New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 2
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$164

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$ 28

Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$72
13 - 16 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
33 - 40 min

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Provini
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$56
12 - 15 min

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Brooklyn Botanic Garden
A kid-friendly annual cherry blossom festival, a Japanese garden & more, spread across 52 acres.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$36
Day 3
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$120

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$ 22

Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 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.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
41 - 50 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
40 - 59 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Zawa Japanese
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$64
44 - 65 min

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Roosevelt Island
Island linked to Manhattan via an aerial tramway featuring historical sites & city skyline views.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
50 - 60 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Pisticci
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$56

Budget breakdown: $484 In total

Activities & Food:$412
Transport:$72