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A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York City

EDUARDO ANTONIO ESTEVES SANTANA

EDUARDO ANTONIO ESTEVES SANTANA

2 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the city that never sleeps.

Day 1
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$153

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$ 69

Port authority

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$63
8 - 10 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Sweetgreen
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$90
10 - 15 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Federal Hall
Museum in 1842 Customs House on site where Washington was sworn in & the Bill of Rights was written.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$60

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$ 69

Port authority

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
9 - 11 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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New York Stock Exchange
Landmark building on Wall Street and home to one of the world's leading stock exchanges.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
15 - 22 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$60
29 - 35 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Free
The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$60

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$ 69

Port authority

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
11 - 16 min

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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
Free
15 - 18 min

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The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Bow Bridge
This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Pisticci
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$60
14 - 17 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 4
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$90

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$ 42

Port authority

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
13 - 20 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Wollman Rink
This seasonal ice skating rink in Central Park boasts a panoramic view of the city skyline.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Breads Bakery
Our bakery believes in artisanal, handmade, traditional baking techniques which is why we have the factory and oven on site. Most of the breads we bake are made with whole grains and go through a slow proofing process, which sharpens and improves the taste...
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$90
9 - 14 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
30 - 36 min

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Belvedere Castle
Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
27 - 33 min

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George Washington Bridge
Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free
United Nations Headquarters
18-acre complex on the East River where 193 member-nations participate in international diplomacy.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 5
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$120

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$ 83

Port authority

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Apollo Theater
Showbiz legends & amateurs alike take the stage at this longtime music hall.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Up Thai
Up Thai is a culinary destination serving upscale spins on Thailand’s iconic street fare.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$120
17 - 21 min

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Roosevelt Island
Island linked to Manhattan via an aerial tramway featuring historical sites & city skyline views.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 6
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$100

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$ 42

Port authority

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Carnegie Hall
Longtime music hall with exceptional acoustics, architecture & a storied performance history.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
11 - 16 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$100
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.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
7 - 9 min

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Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Free
Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 7
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$85

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$ 69

Port authority

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
25 - 30 min

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Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
5 - 6 min

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Reyes Deli & Grocery
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$85
16 - 20 min

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The Green-Wood Cemetery
Once a Revolutionary War battlefield, this sprawling, 478-acre cemetery is home to notable figures.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
15 - 22 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $1108 In total

Activities & Food:$668
Transport:$440