Background
Trip Planner Logo

New York Adventure: 4 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Daniel Lucena

Daniel Lucena

8 Oct 2023

Join me on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like Times Square and the Statue of Liberty to hidden gems like La Colombe Torrefaction and Levain Bakery, this itinerary is packed with excitement and delicious food. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Day 1
+

$276

·

$ 6

La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
7 - 10 min

~

Directions

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
12 - 17 min

~

Directions

Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
13 - 20 min

~

Directions

Jongro BBQ
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$36
4 - 5 min

~

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
$95
19 - 23 min

~

Directions

One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
$103
6 - 9 min

~

Directions

Takahachi Bakery
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 2
+

$155

·

$ 6

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
$30
6 - 8 min

~

Directions

Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

~

Directions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$63
8 - 11 min

~

Directions

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$24
8 - 11 min

~

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...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$38
Day 3
+

$156

·

$ 11

Villabate Alba
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
16 - 20 min

~

Directions

New York Aquarium
Aquarium on the Coney Island boardwalk hosting exhibits on marine life & daily sea lion shows.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$70
8 - 12 min

~

Directions

Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
35 - 42 min

~

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.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$24
18 - 27 min

~

Directions

Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
28 - 41 min

~

Directions

Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
25 - 38 min

~

Directions

Kiki's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$48
Day 4
+

$244

·

$ 22

Black Fox Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$24
4 - 6 min

~

Directions

Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
8 - 12 min

~

Directions

The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

~

Directions

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$70
18 - 22 min

~

Directions

Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$36
12 - 15 min

~

Directions

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
$63
34 - 41 min

~

Directions

Hometown Bar-B-Que
Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
$26

Budget breakdown: $874 In total

Activities & Food:$830
Transport:$44