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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Maria Alvarez Etxeberria

Maria Alvarez Etxeberria

27 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the city's rich culture, and indulge in the diverse culinary scene. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$0

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$ 14

Belvedere Castle
Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 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
Day 2
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$0

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$ 14

Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$238

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$ 14

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
16 - 20 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$238
Day 4
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$ 28

The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 28

New York Stock Exchange
Landmark building on Wall Street and home to one of the world's leading stock exchanges.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 8
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$ 14

The Bronx Museum of the Arts
Specializing in contemporary art by New Yorkers of Latin, Asian & African-American descent.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Roosevelt Island
Island linked to Manhattan via an aerial tramway featuring historical sites & city skyline views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $348 In total

Activities & Food:$238
Transport:$110