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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploration

Majo Salinas Silva

Majo Salinas Silva

5 Oct 2023

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

Day 1
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$24

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$ 9

La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$24
9 - 14 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
16 - 24 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.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
Day 2
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$207

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$ 9

Villager
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$45
10 - 15 min

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Brooklyn Botanic Garden
A kid-friendly annual cherry blossom festival, a Japanese garden & more, spread across 52 acres.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$56
33 - 40 min

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Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
8 - 12 min

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New York Aquarium
Aquarium on the Coney Island boardwalk hosting exhibits on marine life & daily sea lion shows.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$105
4 - 6 min

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Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Free
Day 3
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$396

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$ 50

Black Fox Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$21
12 - 18 min

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Madame Tussauds New York
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$131
7 - 9 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$38
9 - 11 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Free
14 - 17 min

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MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
Pink, interactive ice cream-themed museum with a sprinkles pool, subway, 3-floor slide & café.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$146
18 - 22 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free
23 - 28 min

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Brooklyn Museum
Beaux Arts landmark famed for ancient & modern art collections & world-class temporary exhibitions.
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
$60
Day 4
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$130

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$ 17

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...
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
3 - 4 min

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Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Frank Lloyd Wright–designed modern art museum with an architecturally significant spiral rotunda.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
$94
Day 5
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$210

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$ 9

Daily Provisions
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$30
7 - 10 min

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American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$86
12 - 18 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
11 - 14 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.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$94
6 - 9 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Day 6
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$138

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$ 17

Artuso Pastry Shop
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$33
12 - 18 min

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Bronx Zoo
Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$105
26 - 32 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Day 7
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$226

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$ 33

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$27
8 - 12 min

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$94
11 - 14 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free
8 - 10 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$105
15 - 18 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
Day 8
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$139

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$ 42

Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$45
12 - 15 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$94
8 - 10 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
29 - 35 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
14 - 17 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
10 - 12 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.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $1650 In total

Activities & Food:$1469
Transport:$182