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New York City Adventure: 3-Day Itinerary

Ricardo Peralta

2 Nov 2023

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Experience the best of New York City in just 3 days! Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

+

$124

·

$ 22

Chrysler Building

Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Grand Central Terminal

Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

St. Patrick's Cathedral

Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Jacob's Pickles

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$72

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Central Park

Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

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.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 2

+

$124

·

$ 22

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Directions

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.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Daily Provisions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$48

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Hudson River Park Trust

550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Cotenna

Helmed by James Beard award-winning chef Roberto Passon, Cotenna is a rustic Italian wine bar specializing in Italian tapas or Cicchetti, and is home to some of the finest Italian wines. It is a great spot for dates due to its lively, intimate setting.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$76

Day 3

+

$244

·

$ 33

Times Square

Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Liberty State Park

Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Sam A.M.

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$48

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Statue of Liberty

Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$100

36 - 44 min

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Directions

Hometown Bar-B-Que

Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$96

Budget breakdown: $569 In total

Activities & Food:$492

Transport:$77