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New York Adventure: 5 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Lucia Riera

5 Oct 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Experience the iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple. Join me as I share my 5-day itinerary filled with exciting adventures and hidden gems.

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Viator

Day 1

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$204

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$ 9

Daily Provisions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

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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$86

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Los Tacos No. 1

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$54

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Times Square

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Sushi By Bou

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$39

Day 2

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$138

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$ 17

La Colombe Torrefaction

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$45

9 - 14 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 - 10:00 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.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Jacob's Pickles

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$36

11 - 16 min

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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

7 - 9 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.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$57

Day 3

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$259

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$ 9

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

8 - 12 min

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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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$94

17 - 21 min

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Los Tacos No. 1

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

5 - 8 min

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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.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 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.

4:00 PM - 5:00 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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$72

Day 4

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$234

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$ 9

Black Fox Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

11 - 16 min

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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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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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$105

11 - 16 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.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$54

18 - 27 min

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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

23 - 28 min

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Washington Square Park

Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Loring Place

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$39

Day 5

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$200

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$ 17

Usagi NY

The Cafe features a special blend coffee from 95 RPM Coffee Roasters, tea menu selections from Ippodo, an authentic Japanese tea house from Kyoto.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

36 - 53 min

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Manhattan Bridge

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Madison Square Park

Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Vessel

Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$38

11 - 16 min

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Shukette

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$72

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.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Little Island

Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Los Tacos No. 1

The authentic taste of Los Tacos No.1 comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from Mexico.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Budget breakdown: $1092 In total

Activities & Food:$1034

Transport:$58