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5 Days in New York: A Journey of Adventure and Delight

Unai Marchena

Unai Marchena

23 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant energy of New York City with this exciting 5-day itinerary. From iconic landmarks like Times Square and the Empire State Building to hidden gems like La Colombe Torrefaction and Levain Bakery, this trip is packed with unforgettable moments and delicious culinary delights.

Day 1
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$219

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$ 17

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Secaucus Meadowlands

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$24
7 - 10 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Sushi By Bou
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$36
6 - 9 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$120
11 - 16 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$39
Day 2
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$198

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$ 42

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Secaucus Meadowlands

Depart from your stay 🏨

44 - 53 min

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Orwasher's Bakery
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
$45
7 - 9 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
13 - 16 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$36
11 - 16 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$60
7 - 9 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Izakaya Toribar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$57
Day 3
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$339

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$ 33

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Secaucus Meadowlands

Depart from your stay 🏨

54 - 65 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$21
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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$90
12 - 15 min

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Sushi By Bou
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$36
5 - 8 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$120
10 - 12 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Shake Shack
Shake Shack is a modern day roadside burger stand serving the most delicious burgers, hot dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine and more! The venue is located near the south end of Madison Square Park in the Flatiron District.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$72
Day 4
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$129

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$ 42

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Secaucus Meadowlands

Depart from your stay 🏨

50 - 60 min

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Black Fox Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
11 - 16 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
8 - 10 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
Free
15 - 18 min

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Katz's Deli
New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$54
1 - 2 min

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Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
The authentic taste of Los Tacos No.1 comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from Mexico.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$39
Day 5
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$498

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$ 42

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Secaucus Meadowlands

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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Black Fox Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$30
6 - 9 min

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Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$105
10 - 15 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$156
31 - 38 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$72
15 - 18 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$75
43 - 52 min

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Hometown Bar-B-Que
Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$60
Day 6

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Secaucus Meadowlands

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $1557 In total

Activities & Food:$1383
Transport:$174