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New York Adventure: 6 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Ignacio Batalla

Ignacio Batalla

19 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the bustling energy of the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$212

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$ 28

510 W 42nd St

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine
Immense, historic church known for its concerts, Sunday service & annual blessing of the animals.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Belvedere Castle
Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$33
5 - 8 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
11 - 16 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$95
2 - 3 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$76

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$ 6

510 W 42nd St

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 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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$38
4 - 5 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
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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$38
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$159

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$ 22

510 W 42nd St

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Central Park
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
9 - 11 min

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The Museum of Modern Art
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$63
7 - 10 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
6 - 9 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.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$235

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$ 22

510 W 42nd St

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 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.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$63
9 - 14 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$88
2 - 3 min

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Shake Shack
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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$36
27 - 33 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
18 - 27 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$48
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$261

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$ 17

510 W 42nd St

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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One World Observatory
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
8 - 12 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$70
5 - 8 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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$48
20 - 24 min

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Federal Hall
Museum in 1842 Customs House on site where Washington was sworn in & the Bill of Rights was written.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
Loring Place
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$113

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$ 28

510 W 42nd St

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
40 - 59 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Top Quality
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$40
13 - 16 min

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MoMA PS1
Museum of Modern Art-run venue for experimental & contemporary art & events, set in an old school.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
3 - 4 min

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Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1175 In total

Activities & Food:$1054
Transport:$121