8 Days in New York: A Journey of Exploration

Brandon Martínez

1 Oct 2023

Embark on an exciting 8-day adventure in the vibrant city of New York. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$183

$ 25

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

Directions

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

11 - 16 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$105

9 - 14 min

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Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$54

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

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$81

$ 50

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

Directions

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$45

44 - 53 min

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Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

12 - 18 min

Directions

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Street intersection & well-known selfie spot with the iconic Manhattan Bridge as a backdrop.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$95

$ 42

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

38 - 57 min

Directions

Waterside pier with exercise equipment & giant swings, plus sunset views over the East River.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Bi-level waterfront hangout showcasing a curated lineup of local food & drink plus cultural events.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

23 - 28 min

Directions

Tree-lined walkway offers views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge & Manhattan skyline.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$38

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$233

$ 17

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$143

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$54

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

$316

$ 42

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

43 - 52 min

Directions

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

49 - 59 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$94

16 - 20 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$72

Protruding 100-stories-high observation deck, with a glass floor, bar & 360-degree NYC views.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$120

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 6

$180

$ 25

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

Directions

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$33

26 - 32 min

Directions

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Black-&-white mosaic memorial dedicated to John Lennon, the Beatles singer assassinated in 1980.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$60

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$86

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 7

$78

$ 42

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

Directions

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Orwashers is a New York City institution. Founded in 1916 by a Hungarian family, the bakery began as a small storefront in the UES. It was borne out of a desire to serve the local immigrant community and focused on high quality rye, black, and grain breads that reflected their homeland traditions.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$51

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 8

$193

$ 17

Elmhurst Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

Directions

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$45

12 - 17 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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$94

At Marinara Pizza, we have a passion for creating delicious food using quality ingredients and time-tested recipes. We have a love for hospitality and aim to treat our guests like family. Our menu features a variety of classic and specialty pizza as well pastas, salads, heroes, and classic Italia...

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$54

Compact rooms, some offering city views, in an unpretentious hotel featuring Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1613 In total

Activities & Food:$1357

Transport:$256