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NYC Adventure: Unveiling Artistic Treasures and Historical Wonders

Anh Túc Trần

Anh Túc Trần

19 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant art scene and rich history of New York City. Discover hidden gems, iconic museums, and cultural landmarks that will leave you awe-inspired. Join us as we explore the artistic treasures and historical wonders of the Big Apple!

Day 1Harlem's Artistic Enclave - El Museo del Barrio & The Studio Museum
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$18

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$ 6

El Museo del Barrio
Museum devoted to Latino culture in the Americas, from the pre-Columbian era to modern times.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$18
8 - 10 min

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The Studio Museum in Harlem
Paintings, photos & other works by artists of African descent, as well as programs & workshops.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 2Design Delights and Architectural Marvels - Cooper Hewitt & Guggenheim Museum
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$90

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
The Smithsonian's design collection & rotating exhibits are on display in this historic townhouse.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$30
3 - 4 min

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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Frank Lloyd Wright–designed modern art museum with an architecturally significant spiral rotunda.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$60
Day 3A Cultural Voyage - The Jewish Museum & The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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$96

The Jewish Museum
Contemporary gift shop for handcrafted Jewish ceremonial objects & traditional marriage contracts.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$36
8 - 12 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.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$60
Day 4Celebrity Encounters and Modern Masterpieces - Madame Tussauds & MoMA
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$148

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$ 6

Madame Tussauds New York
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$88
15 - 18 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$60
Day 5Celebrating American Art - Whitney Museum & Intrepid Museum
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$132

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$ 6

Whitney Museum of American Art
Museum exclusively featuring 20th-century & contemporary art by American artists, most still living.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$60
15 - 18 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$72
Day 6Unconventional Creations and Historical Narratives - Museum of Arts and Design & New-York Historical Society
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$84

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$ 6

Museum of Arts and Design
Exhibits & gift shop focusing on functional art like ceramics, jewelry, furniture & digital design.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$36
7 - 9 min

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New-York Historical Society
West Side museum presenting New York City history via artwork, manuscripts, furniture and more.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$48
Day 7Journey into the Natural World - American Museum of Natural History
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$56

American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$56
Day 8Contemporary Art and Reflecting on Tragedy - New Museum & 9/11 Memorial
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$110

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$ 6

New Museum
Contemporary art museum housed in a sleek white building with a gift shop & cafe in the lobby.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$44
12 - 15 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$66
Day 9Eastern Artistry and Transit Tales - Rubin Museum of Art & New York Transit Museum
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$58

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$ 6

Rubin Museum of Art
Paintings, statues, textiles & more from Tibet, Bhutan & other Asian lands, plus rotating exhibits.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$38
16 - 20 min

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New York Transit Museum
Housed in a 1936 subway station, this museum features interactive exhibits like vintage trains.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$20

Budget breakdown: $825 In total

Activities & Food:$792
Transport:$33