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New York Adventure: 6 Days of Exploration

Erika Bonilla

Erika Bonilla

16 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple.

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Day 1
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$537

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$ 14

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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$238
20 - 24 min

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Daily Provisions
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$90
7 - 10 min

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American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$144
7 - 10 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper West Side, NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$65
Day 2
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$155

The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$60
4 - 5 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$95
Day 3
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$240

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$ 14

Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$120
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.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 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
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$120
Day 4
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$273

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$ 42

Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Shukette
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$90
5 - 8 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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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.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$63
8 - 12 min

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Vitos Slices And Ices
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$120
Day 5
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$345

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$ 42

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$125
27 - 33 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
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Vitos Slices And Ices
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$120
8 - 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$100
Day 6
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$615

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$ 28

Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$220
24 - 29 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
24 - 35 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 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.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$100
9 - 14 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$175
7 - 10 min

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Takahachi Bakery
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$120

Budget breakdown: $2302 In total

Activities & Food:$2164
Transport:$138