New York Adventure: 9 Days of Exploration

Karen Caviedes

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in cultural treasures, and create unforgettable memories in the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$33

$ 6

Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$33

6 - 9 min

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Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

$58

$ 6

From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$58

15 - 18 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 3

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

$95

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$95

Day 5

$70

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$70

8 - 11 min

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Museum in 1842 Customs House on site where Washington was sworn in & the Bill of Rights was written.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

28 - 41 min

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Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

$103

$ 6

Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$103

11 - 16 min

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Landmark building on Wall Street and home to one of the world's leading stock exchanges.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

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

Day 7

$63

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$63

28 - 34 min

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Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 8

$95

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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$95

10 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 9

Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $554 In total

Activities & Food:$515

Transport:$39