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10 Days in the Big Apple: A New York Adventure

Lina Huertas

Lina Huertas

25 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 10-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Explore iconic landmarks, savor delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's rich culture. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the Big Apple!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$368

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$ 66

Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$40
14 - 17 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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River Deli
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$72
11 - 16 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$48
33 - 40 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
No time set
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
No time set
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$208
Day 2
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$396

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$ 22

Federal Hall
Museum in 1842 Customs House on site where Washington was sworn in & the Bill of Rights was written.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$132
11 - 14 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Vitos Slices And Ices
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$48
8 - 11 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$140
6 - 9 min

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Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$76
12 - 17 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
No time set
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Free
Day 3
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$244

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$ 66

The High Line
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
19 - 23 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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New York Stock Exchange
Landmark building on Wall Street and home to one of the world's leading stock exchanges.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Ellis Island
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$48
17 - 21 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$100
36 - 44 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
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$96
Day 4
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$144

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$ 22

Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$72
7 - 10 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.
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
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Free
4 - 5 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.
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Sushi By Bou
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$72
Day 5
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$516

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$ 22

Madame Tussauds New York
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$176
12 - 17 min

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Broadway Theatre
Broadway theater dating to 1924 known for hosting large musical productions in its 1,761-seat space.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$164
11 - 14 min

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Levain Bakery – Original Location, 74th St, NYC
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$96
12 - 18 min

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Bow Bridge
This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Belvedere Castle
Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Pisticci
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$80
Day 6
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$296

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$ 33

George Washington Bridge
Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
26 - 32 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.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$120
8 - 10 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
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$80
12 - 18 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$96
Day 7
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$136

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$ 33

Times Square
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
12 - 17 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
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
25 - 30 min

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The Edge Harlem
Local eatery in the heart of Hamilton Heights, Harlem. Casual cuisine. Flavors of Jamaica and England with a New York attitude. Wine and beer.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$68
12 - 15 min

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The Bronx Museum of the Arts
Specializing in contemporary art by New Yorkers of Latin, Asian & African-American descent.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Sottocasa Pizzeria
Fresh ingredients, wood fired oven imported from Napoli, and authentic flavors: this is what pizza is for us. Simple and Delicious. Benvenuto!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 8
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$320

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$ 22

The Studio Museum in Harlem
Paintings, photos & other works by artists of African descent, as well as programs & workshops.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Roosevelt Island
Island linked to Manhattan via an aerial tramway featuring historical sites & city skyline views.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Sushi By Bou
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$72
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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$160
11 - 16 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$88
Day 9
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$152

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$ 44

Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 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 - 10:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free
34 - 41 min

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The French Workshop
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$84
12 - 15 min

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Queens County Farm Museum
Historic colonial farmhouse with 47 acres of sustainable lands, plus educational programs & tours.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Fresh Meadows Pizzeria & Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 10
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$304

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$ 22

Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$112
38 - 46 min

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Prospect Park
Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$40
11 - 16 min

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Ix Restaurant
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$72
9 - 11 min

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East Wind Snack Shop
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$80

Budget breakdown: $3228 In total

Activities & Food:$2876
Transport:$352