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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Nancy Ortiz

Nancy Ortiz

21 Oct 2023

Join me on an exciting 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building and Brooklyn Bridge to mouthwatering meals at top-rated restaurants, this itinerary is packed with unforgettable experiences.

Day 1
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$300

Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$176
4 - 5 min

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Jongro BBQ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$72
12 - 18 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$52
Day 2
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$124

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$ 11

Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
15 - 22 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
12 - 17 min

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River Deli
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$48
14 - 17 min

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Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$76
Day 3
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$100

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$48
6 - 9 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$52
Day 4
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$257

The Museum of Modern Art
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$125
8 - 11 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$80
9 - 14 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$52
Day 5
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$241

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$ 11

St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$65
12 - 17 min

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Breads Bakery
Our bakery believes in artisanal, handmade, traditional baking techniques which is why we have the factory and oven on site. Most of the breads we bake are made with whole grains and go through a slow proofing process, which sharpens and improves the taste...
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$96
8 - 12 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$80
Day 6
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$316

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$ 11

Bronx Zoo
Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$140
10 - 12 min

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Casa Della Mozzarella Italian Deli
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$80
3 - 4 min

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Tino's Delicatessen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$96
Day 7
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$236

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$ 22

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$100
16 - 20 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$68
31 - 38 min

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Hometown Bar-B-Que
Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$68
Day 8
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$160

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

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Jacob's Pickles
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$72
4 - 5 min

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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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$88

Budget breakdown: $1789 In total

Activities & Food:$1734
Transport:$55