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8-Day New York Adventure

Andrea Velazquez

Andrea Velazquez

1 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's rich culture.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$36

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$ 33

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Directions

Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Directions

Bow Bridge
This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Directions

The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

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.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
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$123

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$ 25

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Directions

Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Directions

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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$86
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
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$36

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$ 25

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Directions

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
4 - 5 min

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Directions

St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 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.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Directions

Los Tacos No. 1
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 4
+

$148

·

$ 25

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
16 - 20 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.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$94
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Shake Shack
Shake Shack is a modern day roadside burger stand serving the most delicious burgers, hot dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine and more! The venue is located near the south end of Madison Square Park in the Flatiron District.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
+

$222

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$ 33

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$150
16 - 20 min

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Directions

The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 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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$72
The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 6
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$60

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$ 25

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
24 - 35 min

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Directions

Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Directions

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
19 - 23 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
7 - 10 min

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Directions

Los Tacos No. 1
The authentic taste of Los Tacos No.1 comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from Mexico.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
+

$194

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$ 33

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Directions

Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

Charging Bull Bronze Statue
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$105
6 - 8 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Vitos Slices And Ices
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$51
Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$38
Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 8
+

$148

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$ 25

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

47 - 57 min

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Directions

Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$94
Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
Elmhurst Hotel
Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $1188 In total

Activities & Food:$966
Transport:$223