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7 Days in the Concrete Jungle

Marisa Abellán

Marisa Abellán

2 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, experience the energy and diversity of the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Chelsea Market and The High Line
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$86

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$ 6

Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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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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$20
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.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$66
Day 2Immersing in History and Entertainment at Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum and Madison Square Garden
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$142

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$ 6

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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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
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$70
Day 3Reaching New Heights at Empire State Building and Times Square
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$104

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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
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$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
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Free
Day 4Discovering Art and Culture at Rockefeller Center and The Museum of Modern Art
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$140

Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$80
6 - 9 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$60
Day 5Escaping to Nature's Oasis: Central Park, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Brooklyn Bridge
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$0

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$ 11

Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Unleashing Creativity at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Top of The Rock
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$140

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$ 6

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
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$60
10 - 12 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$80
Day 7Honoring the Past at 9/11 Memorial & Museum
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$66

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

Budget breakdown: $711 In total

Activities & Food:$678
Transport:$33