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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Ricardo Iñiguez

Ricardo Iñiguez

28 Sep 2023

Join me on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building and Times Square to hidden gems like Bryant Park and Brooklyn Bridge, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the diverse culture, breathtaking architecture, and world-class attractions of the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$0

Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
NYC's flagship library, in a beaux arts building next to Bryant Park, flanked by iconic stone lions.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$113

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$ 17

Brooklyn Botanic Garden
A kid-friendly annual cherry blossom festival, a Japanese garden & more, spread across 52 acres.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$113
31 - 38 min

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Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$83

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$ 50

Brooklyn Children's Museum
Circa-1899 museum, billed as the world's first for kids, with 30,000+ objects & hands-on exhibits.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$83
25 - 30 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$285

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$ 33

Empire State Building
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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$285
14 - 17 min

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Carnegie Hall
Longtime music hall with exceptional acoustics, architecture & a storied performance history.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Belvedere Castle
Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

Broadway Theatre
Broadway theater dating to 1924 known for hosting large musical productions in its 1,761-seat space.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 17

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
31 - 38 min

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Rockefeller Center
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
Day 7
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$0

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$ 17

Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $612 In total

Activities & Food:$480
Transport:$132