A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York City

Daitza Rosario

29 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like Times Square and the Statue of Liberty to hidden gems like the High Line and Brooklyn Bridge, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the energy of the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$49

$ 17

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 - 10 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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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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$49

19 - 23 min

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Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

$ 17

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

12 - 15 min

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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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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

10 - 15 min

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Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

$143

$ 9

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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$143

13 - 20 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

$57

$ 9

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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$56

16 - 20 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

28 - 41 min

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Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

$38

$ 17

Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 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.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$38

Day 6

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

Directions

Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 7

$199

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$105

23 - 28 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$94

Budget breakdown: $567 In total

Activities & Food:$484

Transport:$83