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5-Day Adventure in New York: Exploring the City That Never Sleeps

Ricardo Ortega

3 Oct 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks like Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. Indulge in delicious meals at renowned eateries such as La Colombe Torrefaction, Los Tacos No. 1, and Jongro BBQ. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the Big Apple with visits to The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$52

La Colombe Torrefaction

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

10 - 15 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 - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Times Square

Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Los Tacos No. 1

Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Day 2

+

$54

·

$ 11

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

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$30

6 - 8 min

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Central Park

Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 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

18 - 27 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.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 3

+

$101

·

$ 11

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

8 - 12 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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$63

28 - 34 min

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Directions

The Battery

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Takahachi Bakery

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

Day 4

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$130

Suited

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

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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$70

7 - 10 min

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Los Tacos No. 1

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Day 5

+

$226

·

$ 11

Sam A.M.

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

12 - 15 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 - 12:00 PM

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$63

32 - 39 min

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Directions

Jongro BBQ

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$48

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.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$95

Budget breakdown: $595 In total

Activities & Food:$562

Transport:$33