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8 Days in the Big Apple: A New York Adventure

Ryan Wakely

Ryan Wakely

27 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's rich culture.

Day 1
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$166

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$ 22

Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus - Meadowlands - NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Cookshop
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$38
4 - 5 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
13 - 20 min

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Juliana's Pizza
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$72
16 - 20 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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56
Day 2
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$252

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$ 11

Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus - Meadowlands - NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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The Rainbow Room
Entertainment, dinner, brunch & breathtaking views: All on the 65th floor. #30Rock #RockefellerCenter Join us for cocktails at our rooftop lounge, SixtyFive
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$46
3 - 4 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$80
5 - 8 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$56
8 - 12 min

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Quality Bistro
Quality Bistro is one of New York's best restaurants. Located in Midtown Manhattan, Quality Bistro offers French and American brasserie fare in grand open space for indoor and outdoor dining. Quality Bistro is open for limited indoor dining and covered and heated outdoor dining Tuesday-Saturday...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$70
Day 3
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$266

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$ 11

Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus - Meadowlands - NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Osamil
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$42
4 - 5 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$104
4 - 5 min

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Jongro BBQ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$64
2 - 3 min

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Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong
A remarkably fun experience of high-quality Korean barbecue. Not your average Korean restaurant.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56
Day 4
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$156

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$ 11

Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus - Meadowlands - NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Boqueria Spanish Tapas - West 40th Street
Lively, Barcelona-style tapas bar serving a menu of Spanish classics—like paella, churros, sangria, pulpo, and much more— and market-driven seasonal specials in a warm, modern space near NYC's Times Square.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$44
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
6 - 9 min

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Hold Fast Kitchen and Spirits
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
5 - 8 min

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B Side Pizza & Wine Bar
B Side Pizza & Wine Bar uses authentic Pavesi Italian wood burning oven for all of our wood fired pizzas and plates. We have a wide variety of wine and beer.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$54
Day 5
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$160

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$ 11

Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus - Meadowlands - NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Bluestone Lane
Bluestone Lane is an Australian-inspired coffee shop, cafés & lifestyle brand committed to providing a genuine daily escape for all our locals. We offer premium coffee and healthy and delicious eats through an always welcoming experience that embraces our ‘Aussie’ approach to life.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$50
8 - 12 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
11 - 16 min

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Jacob's Pickles
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
4 - 5 min

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Maison Pickle
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$52
Day 6
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$202

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$ 17

Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus - Meadowlands - NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Eli's Night Shift
Daytime cafe for Zabar's specialities that turns into a bar for local beers & shandies after dark.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
9 - 14 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
$60
5 - 6 min

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Heidi's House
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$52
2 - 3 min

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Boqueria UES
Lively, Barcelona-style tapas bar serving a menu of Spanish classics—like paella, churros, sangria, pulpo, and much more— and market-driven seasonal specials in a warm, modern space in NYC's Upper East Side.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$54
Day 7
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$252

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$ 28

Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus - Meadowlands - NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$72
17 - 21 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$50
36 - 44 min

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Hometown Bar-B-Que
Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
30 - 36 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$72
Day 8
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$0

Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus - Meadowlands - NYC

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $1564 In total

Activities & Food:$1454
Transport:$110