NYC Adventure: 5 Days of Thrills and Sights

Heather Bertram

16 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and savor delicious local cuisine. Get ready for an action-packed itinerary that will leave you craving for more!

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Wildlife Wonders and Baseball Fever

$485

$ 28

Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$170

28 - 34 min

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Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$165

23 - 28 min

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Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$150

5 - 8 min

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Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Nature's Oasis and Artistic Treasures

$350

$ 14

Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$150

19 - 23 min

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Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$200

Day 3Sky-High Views and Neon Lights

$460

$ 28

Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$200

8 - 11 min

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Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$260

12 - 15 min

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Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Monuments of Freedom and Urban Escapes

$480

$ 28

Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$125

33 - 40 min

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Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$175

20 - 24 min

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Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$180

Day 5Delicious Delicacies and Historic Landmarks

$165

$ 28

No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$165

Budget breakdown: $2064 In total

Activities & Food:$1940

Transport:$124