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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploration

Joseph Varela

Joseph Varela

9 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and breathtaking views as you immerse yourself in the Big Apple's rich culture and history.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$195

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$ 33

The Ridge Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Directions

The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Directions

MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
Pink, interactive ice cream-themed museum with a sprinkles pool, subway, 3-floor slide & café.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$195
28 - 41 min

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Directions

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
33 - 40 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Roosevelt Island
Island linked to Manhattan via an aerial tramway featuring historical sites & city skyline views.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
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$190

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$ 33

The Ridge Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Directions

The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Directions

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
12 - 17 min

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Directions

Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$190
Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
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$115

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$ 33

The Ridge Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Directions

The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
18 - 22 min

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Directions

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
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$115
Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 44

The Ridge Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
15 - 18 min

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Directions

Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 5
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$355

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$ 33

The Ridge Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$190
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$165
The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$50

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$ 33

The Ridge Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 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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$50
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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$345

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$ 33

The Ridge Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Directions

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
4 - 5 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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$205
9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$140
The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 8
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$125

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$ 22

The Ridge Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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Directions

The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
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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$125
The Ridge Hotel
Stylish boutique property offering modern rooms & a guest-only rooftop deck.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $1639 In total

Activities & Food:$1375
Transport:$264