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5 Days in the Concrete Jungle

Patrick Müller

Patrick Müller

3 Dec 2023

Join me on an epic adventure through the bustling streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and endless possibilities of the Big Apple!

Trip to New York

Day 1Coffee, Art, and Baseball
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$42

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$ 55

Hotel Mimosa

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
No time set
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Free
24 - 29 min

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The Edge Harlem
Local eatery in the heart of Hamilton Heights, Harlem. Casual cuisine. Flavors of Jamaica and England with a New York attitude. Wine and beer.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
31 - 38 min

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La Colombe Torrefaction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
16 - 20 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
15 - 18 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
No time set
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Free
8 - 11 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.
No time set
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
No time set
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Free
12 - 15 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
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Free
24 - 29 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
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Free
Day 2Baking Delights and Skyline Views
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$302

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$ 33

Hotel Mimosa

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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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.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
26 - 32 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$104
4 - 5 min

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Jongro BBQ
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
23 - 28 min

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Bethesda Terrace
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
No time set
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Free
23 - 28 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
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$80
46 - 56 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
Day 3Sweet Treats and Artistic Wonders
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$278

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$ 44

Hotel Mimosa

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
20 - 24 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$80
6 - 9 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
22 - 27 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$66
15 - 18 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
No time set
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Free
39 - 47 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.
No time set
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$70
37 - 45 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
No time set
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
No time set
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Free
Day 4Coffee, Parks, and Remembrance
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$50

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$ 39

Hotel Mimosa

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Intelligentsia Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
18 - 22 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
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$26
5 - 8 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.
No time set
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Free
35 - 42 min

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Ellis Island
No time set
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
No time set
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
No time set
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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.
No time set
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Belvedere Castle
Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.
No time set
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Free

Budget breakdown: $843 In total

Activities & Food:$672
Transport:$171