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A Week in the Big Apple: Your Ultimate New York Adventure

Simon John Brooke

Simon John Brooke

29 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delectable cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's rich culture. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$148

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$ 39

Pershing Square
Located across from Grand Central Terminal, this American bistro bustles day & night.
No time set
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Free
19 - 23 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
No time set
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$20
9 - 11 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
No time set
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Aki Sushi
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$72
11 - 14 min

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The Lobster Club
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
21 - 26 min

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Blind Tiger
A large selection of microbrews differentiates this popular longtime watering hole.
No time set
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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The Campbell
Classic cocktails & light fare in the ornate Grand Central offices of a 1920's mogul.
No time set
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Free
Day 2
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$194

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$ 17

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
No time set
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$66
3 - 4 min

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Oculus Center
No time set
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Free
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McSorley’s Old Ale House
Old-time bar with Irish bartenders, 2 kinds of ale (light or dark) & sawdust on the floor.
No time set
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Pisillo Italian Panini
Snug, bustling outfit turning out jumbo Italian sandwiches made with imported meats & cheeses.
No time set
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Tiny's & The Bar Upstairs
Historical 1810 bi-level townhouse showcases New American fare in a dimly lit, rustic setting.
No time set
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Westfield World Trade Center
No time set
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Free
8 - 12 min

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One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$78
4 - 5 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
No time set
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$50
32 - 39 min

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Day 3
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$300

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$ 28

Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
No time set
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$80
13 - 16 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
No time set
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Frank Lloyd Wright–designed modern art museum with an architecturally significant spiral rotunda.
No time set
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$60
6 - 8 min

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American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
No time set
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$56
28 - 34 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
No time set
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$104
48 - 58 min

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The River Café
Landmark eatery, newly renovated, offering a New American menu & stunning views of Manhattan.
No time set
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Free
51 - 62 min

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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
No time set
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Free
Day 4
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$384

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$ 22

Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
No time set
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$66
3 - 4 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
No time set
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$80
39 - 47 min

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Pisillo Italian Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
9 - 14 min

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Tiny's & The Bar Upstairs
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
37 - 45 min

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Times Square
No time set
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Manhatta
Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta is a new restaurant from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with the down-to-earth spirit of a neighborhood spot.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$58
24 - 29 min

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Broadway Theatre
Broadway theater dating to 1924 known for hosting large musical productions in its 1,761-seat space.
No time set
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$82
Day 5
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$116

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$ 17

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
No time set
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
No time set
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$80
46 - 56 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Dumbo
No time set
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Brooklyn Botanic Garden
A kid-friendly annual cherry blossom festival, a Japanese garden & more, spread across 52 acres.
No time set
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$36
28 - 34 min

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Williamsburg Pizza Union Avenue
Local chain serving creative thin-crust pizzas, plus salads & heroes, in a low-key space.
No time set
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Free
Day 6
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$88

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$ 22

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
No time set
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Free
10 - 15 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
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$36
7 - 10 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...
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52
21 - 26 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
No time set
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
No time set
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
No time set
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Café at Saks
No time set
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Free
23 - 28 min

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John's of Bleecker Street
Brick-oven pies (no slices) with crisp thin crusts are the signature of this circa-1929 pizzeria.
No time set
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Free
11 - 14 min

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McSorley’s Old Ale House
Old-time bar with Irish bartenders, 2 kinds of ale (light or dark) & sawdust on the floor.
No time set
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Free
Day 7
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$254

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$ 11

Bibble & Sip
Our passionate team here at Bibble & Sip strives to serve the finest gourmet coffee, espresso, and pastries. Trained in French Confectionery and inspired by Asian flavors, our savory treats hope to bring you the best of both worlds.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
14 - 17 min

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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
No time set
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Broadway Theatre
Broadway theater dating to 1924 known for hosting large musical productions in its 1,761-seat space.
No time set
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$82
4 - 6 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$58
7 - 10 min

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IPPUDO WESTSIDE (Midtown)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72

Budget breakdown: $1638 In total

Activities & Food:$1484
Transport:$154