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The Ultimate New York Adventure: 11 Days of Exploration

STEPHANIE MORGADO

STEPHANIE MORGADO

27 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in cultural hotspots, and experience the energy of the Big Apple. Join us for an 11-day adventure that will leave you in awe.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$63

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$ 28

The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$63
Day 2
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$257

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$ 28

Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$256
9 - 11 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$175

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$ 28

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$175
11 - 14 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$157

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$ 14

Statue of Liberty
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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$156
28 - 34 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$238

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$ 14

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
33 - 40 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$238
Day 6
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$0

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$ 14

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$157

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$ 28

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
25 - 30 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 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.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$156
Day 8
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$0

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$ 14

Yankee Stadium
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
23 - 28 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
Day 9
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$238

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$ 14

Central Park
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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Top of The Rock
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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$238
10 - 15 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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 10
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$0

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 11
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$0

Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1460 In total

Activities & Food:$1282
Transport:$179