A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York City

Roxana K

11 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure in the heart of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the city that never sleeps.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$2356

$ 22

citizenM New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$38

14 - 17 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper...

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$72

5 - 8 min

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

1:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$2190

7 - 10 min

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Quality Bistro is one of New York's best restaurants. Located in Midtown Manhattan, Quality Bistro offers French and American brasserie fare in grand open space for indoor and outdoor dining. Quality Bistro is open for limited indoor dining and covered and heated outdoor dining Tuesday-Saturday...

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$56

Day 2

$440

$ 28

citizenM New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Indian Road Cafe is your Inwood neighborhood gathering place for craft beer, wine, espresso, & fresh seasonal fare in a cozy spot on the edge of Manhattan.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$46

13 - 16 min

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Branch of the Metropolitan, showcasing medieval art in a French monastery overlooking the Hudson.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$60

22 - 27 min

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Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$56

10 - 15 min

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This seasonal ice skating rink in Central Park boasts a panoramic view of the city skyline.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$74

11 - 14 min

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Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.

5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$80

6 - 9 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$58

5 - 8 min

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

10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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$66

Day 3

$202

$ 22

citizenM New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Juice Generation is New York's premiere juice bar. We create fresh juices, smoothies, and açai bowls made with locally grown and organic produce.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$42

3 - 4 min

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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

16 - 20 min

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American restaurant & bar notable for its prime lakeside setting in the middle of Central Park.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

41 - 50 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$64

11 - 16 min

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

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Longtime music hall with exceptional acoustics, architecture & a storied performance history.

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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$40

2 - 3 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$56

Day 4

$296

$ 11

citizenM New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Bluestone Lane is an Australian-inspired coffee shop, cafés & lifestyle brand committed to providing a genuine daily escape for all our locals. We offer premium coffee and healthy and delicious eats through an always welcoming experience that embraces our ‘Aussie’ approach to life.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$44

7 - 10 min

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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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$60

22 - 27 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$58

5 - 8 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$80

8 - 11 min

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

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Boqueria Spanish Tapas - West 40th Street

Lively, Barcelona-style tapas bar serving a menu of Spanish classics—like paella, churros, sangria, pulpo, and much more— and market-driven seasonal specials in a warm, modern space near NYC's Times Square.

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$54

Day 5

$216

$ 39

citizenM New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

4 - 5 min

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Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

23 - 28 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 - 11:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

35 - 42 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$58

10 - 12 min

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Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$56

28 - 34 min

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

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Unassuming American eatery serving market-oriented menu with an emphasis on unique vegetable dishes.

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$52

12 - 18 min

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550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

$250

$ 33

citizenM New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$78

32 - 39 min

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Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden

19th-century home for retired sailors now features cultural events, sculptures & a fountain.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$10

49 - 59 min

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The authentic taste of Los Tacos No.1 comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from Mexico.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$52

7 - 10 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$20

17 - 21 min

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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...

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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$54

4 - 5 min

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Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Free

Day 7

$404

$ 28

citizenM New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$42

15 - 18 min

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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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$50

25 - 30 min

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A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$78

20 - 24 min

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Shake Shack is a modern day roadside burger stand serving the most delicious burgers, hot dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine and more! The venue is located near the south end of Madison Square Park in the Flatiron District.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$58

2 - 3 min

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