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New York Adventure: 5 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

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6 Oct 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable 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. Join me as I explore the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$495

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$ 11

Black Fox Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

11 - 16 min

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Directions

The Battery

Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

9/11 Memorial & Museum

Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$140

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Sweetgreen

Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$72

18 - 27 min

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Directions

Brooklyn Bridge

Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

34 - 41 min

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Directions

Madame Tussauds New York

Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$175

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Los Tacos No. 1

Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$76

Day 2

+

$309

·

$ 33

Sam A.M.

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Statue of Liberty

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$125

30 - 36 min

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Directions

Manhattan Bridge

Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Los Tacos No. 1

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$48

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Bryant Park

Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Times Square

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

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Los Tacos No. 1

Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$76

Day 3

+

$308

·

$ 22

Daily Provisions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

7 - 10 min

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Directions

American Museum of Natural History

From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$115

13 - 16 min

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Directions

SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$48

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Central Park Zoo

Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$65

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Rockefeller Center

Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Sushi By Bou

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 4

+

$312

·

$ 22

Artuso Pastry Shop

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Bronx Zoo

Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$140

46 - 56 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 - 4:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Directions

St. Patrick's Cathedral

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Sushi By Bou

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 5

+

$481

·

$ 33

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

8 - 12 min

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Directions

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

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$125

56 - 68 min

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Directions

L & B Spumoni Gardens

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$96

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Luna Park in Coney Island

Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

New York Aquarium

Aquarium on the Coney Island boardwalk hosting exhibits on marine life & daily sea lion shows.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$140

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Villabate Alba

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$80

Budget breakdown: $2026 In total

Activities & Food:$1905

Transport:$121