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6 Days in the Concrete Jungle

Teresa Botelho

Teresa Botelho

22 Nov 2023

Join me on an epic adventure through the bustling streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and rich history of the Big Apple!

Trip to New York

Day 1Coffee, Art, and Skyscrapers
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$78

La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
10 - 15 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$40
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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$30
Day 2Bakeries, Parks, and Urban Oasis
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$15

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$ 6

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.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
6 - 8 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Delicious Treats and Artistic Wonders
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$77

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$ 3

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$7
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
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$30
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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$40
Day 4Hidden Gems and Historic Landmarks
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$45

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$ 3

Hole In The Wall
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
13 - 20 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$33
Day 5Breakfast Delights and Iconic Landmarks
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$35

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$ 6

Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
14 - 17 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 - 11:00 AM
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$25
32 - 39 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Cuban Cuisine and City Lights
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$63

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$ 6

Tina's Cuban Cuisine
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
8 - 10 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52

Budget breakdown: $335 In total

Activities & Food:$313
Transport:$22