NYC Adventures: 10 Days of Thrills and Wonders

Manthan Chawriya

9 Jan 2024

Embark on an epic journey through the concrete jungle! Join me as I uncover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks of New York City. From soaring skyscrapers to world-class museums, this blog will be your ultimate guide to the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Awe-inspiring Views and Iconic Landmarks

$240

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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$120

2 - 3 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$120

Day 2Foodie Paradise and Lady Liberty

$75

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

32 - 39 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

Day 3Elevated Parks and Military Marvels

$108

$ 17

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$108

10 - 12 min

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Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Bright Lights and Mouthwatering Delicacies

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Touch the Sky and Cross the Icon

$156

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$156

24 - 29 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 6Baseball Fever and Wildlife Adventure

$201

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$99

20 - 24 min

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

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$102

Day 7Serene Oasis and Architectural Splendor

$ 9

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

16 - 20 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Artistic Masterpieces at The Met

$90

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$90

Day 9Modern Art and Waterfront Bliss

$90

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$90

40 - 48 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 10Paying Tribute and Riverside Retreat

$99

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$99

14 - 17 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1134 In total

Activities & Food:$1059

Transport:$75