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NYC in 10 Days: 🗽🌆

Andrea Rodríguez

Andrea Rodríguez

12 Mar 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Immerse yourself in the rich history, iconic landmarks, and diverse culture of the Big Apple. From the solemn 9/11 Memorial to the breathtaking views atop the Empire State Building, this 10-day itinerary will leave you in awe of the city that never sleeps.

Trip to New York

Day 1Reflecting on Resilience at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum
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$189

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$ 17

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$99
22 - 27 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
24 - 29 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.
No time set
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$90
Day 2Exploring the Serenity of The Battery and Lady Liberty
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$384

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$ 33

The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$75
38 - 46 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
8 - 12 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
22 - 27 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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$120
5 - 8 min

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The Museum of Modern Art
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.
No time set
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$90
30 - 36 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
No time set
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$99
Day 3Soaring Heights and Serene Strolls: One World Trade Center & Liberty State Park
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$147

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$ 25

One World Trade Center
A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$117
25 - 30 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
41 - 50 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
No time set
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$30
25 - 30 min

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The Studio Museum in Harlem
Paintings, photos & other works by artists of African descent, as well as programs & workshops.
No time set
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Free
Day 4Bridging Boroughs: Iconic Views and Urban Oases
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$600

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$ 83

Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Prospect Park
Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$30
59 - 71 min

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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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$99
17 - 21 min

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Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.
No time set
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Free
11 - 14 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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$84
36 - 44 min

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One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
No time set
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$117
17 - 21 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
No time set
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Free
20 - 24 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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$90
56 - 68 min

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Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
No time set
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$135
34 - 41 min

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Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden
19th-century home for retired sailors now features cultural events, sculptures & a fountain.
No time set
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$15
70 - 84 min

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Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center
Expansive, manicured public garden with wooded paths, benches & Hudson River views.
No time set
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$30
Day 5Parks, Pastrami, and Picturesque Landmarks
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$426

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$ 91

Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
55 - 66 min

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Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
No time set
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Free
31 - 38 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
24 - 29 min

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Whitney Museum of American Art
Museum exclusively featuring 20th-century & contemporary art by American artists, most still living.
No time set
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$90
6 - 9 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
16 - 20 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
No time set
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Free
50 - 60 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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$54
65 - 78 min

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New York Botanical Garden
Sprawling spot of 50 gardens, 30,000 trees & landmark glasshouse with rain forest & cactus displays.
No time set
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$105
77 - 93 min

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New York Aquarium
Aquarium on the Coney Island boardwalk hosting exhibits on marine life & daily sea lion shows.
No time set
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$99
69 - 83 min

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United Nations Headquarters
18-acre complex on the East River where 193 member-nations participate in international diplomacy.
No time set
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$78
39 - 47 min

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Ellis Island
No time set
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Free
Day 6Sports Legends and Sky-High Thrills: Madison Square Garden & Empire State Building
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$3879

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$ 58

Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$105
10 - 15 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$156
12 - 17 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
14 - 17 min

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Carnegie Hall
Longtime music hall with exceptional acoustics, architecture & a storied performance history.
No time set
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$60
7 - 10 min

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The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
No time set
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$3285
26 - 32 min

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Hudson River Park Trust
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
No time set
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Free
19 - 23 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
41 - 50 min

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Apollo Theater
Showbiz legends & amateurs alike take the stage at this longtime music hall.
No time set
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$51
54 - 65 min

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Brooklyn Museum
Beaux Arts landmark famed for ancient & modern art collections & world-class temporary exhibitions.
No time set
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$60
56 - 68 min

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The Met Cloisters
Branch of the Metropolitan, showcasing medieval art in a French monastery overlooking the Hudson.
No time set
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$90
24 - 29 min

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New-York Historical Society
West Side museum presenting New York City history via artwork, manuscripts, furniture and more.
No time set
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$72
Day 7Neon Lights and Sacred Sights: Times Square & St. Patrick's Cathedral
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$144

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$ 33

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 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
9 - 14 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.
No time set
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Free
6 - 9 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
20 - 24 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
14 - 17 min

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Museum of the City of New York
Photos, maps & other artifacts trace NYC history from its 16th-century birth to the present day.
No time set
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$60
20 - 24 min

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George Washington Bridge
Opened in 1931, this iconic suspension bridge between Manhattan & New Jersey allows pedestrians.
No time set
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Free
57 - 69 min

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Coney Island
Fun Brooklyn seaside neighborhood with retro fairground rides, an aquarium, beaches & a pier.
No time set
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$84
Day 8Art, Ice Skating, and Wildlife at Rockefeller Center & Central Park Zoo
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$564

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$ 50

Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$120
14 - 17 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$60
10 - 12 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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$123
14 - 17 min

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The Morgan Library & Museum
Celebrated museum & library's gift shop featuring books, accessories & collection-related wares.
No time set
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$66
20 - 24 min

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Tenement Museum
1863 preserved tenement building brings Lower East Side immigrant stories to life with guided tours.
No time set
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$90
37 - 45 min

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The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine
Immense, historic church known for its concerts, Sunday service & annual blessing of the animals.
No time set
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$45
32 - 39 min

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Museum of the Moving Image
The history of film, television & digital media told via interactive displays, plus screenings.
No time set
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$60
Day 9Roaming with Wildlife at the Bronx Zoo
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$405

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$ 50

Bronx Zoo
Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$102
40 - 48 min

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Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
The Smithsonian's design collection & rotating exhibits are on display in this historic townhouse.
No time set
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$45
5 - 8 min

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Neue Galerie New York
Refined museum dedicated to German & Austrian art & design with a focus on the early 20th century.
No time set
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$75
7 - 9 min

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The Frick Collection
Millionaire industrialist's former home turned museum displaying Western European art.
No time set
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$45
9 - 14 min

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Bow Bridge
This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.
No time set
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Free
20 - 24 min

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MoMA PS1
Museum of Modern Art-run venue for experimental & contemporary art & events, set in an old school.
No time set
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$30
29 - 35 min

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New Museum
Contemporary art museum housed in a sleek white building with a gift shop & cafe in the lobby.
No time set
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$66
30 - 36 min

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Queens Museum
Visual arts on display along with The Panorama, a building-for-building model of New York City.
No time set
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$15
36 - 44 min

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El Museo del Barrio
Museum devoted to Latino culture in the Americas, from the pre-Columbian era to modern times.
No time set
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$27
Day 10Nature's Oasis and Naval Marvels: Central Park & Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
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$255

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$ 58

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
15 - 18 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$108
10 - 12 min

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Museum of Arts and Design
Exhibits & gift shop focusing on functional art like ceramics, jewelry, furniture & digital design.
No time set
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$54
33 - 40 min

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Roosevelt Island
Island linked to Manhattan via an aerial tramway featuring historical sites & city skyline views.
No time set
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Free
9 - 11 min

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The Noguchi Museum
Galleries & exhibits dedicated to artist & architect Isamu Noguchi plus a serene sculpture garden.
No time set
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$36
39 - 47 min

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Rubin Museum of Art
Paintings, statues, textiles & more from Tibet, Bhutan & other Asian lands, plus rotating exhibits.
No time set
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$57
26 - 32 min

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Federal Hall
Museum in 1842 Customs House on site where Washington was sworn in & the Bill of Rights was written.
No time set
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Free
3 - 4 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
40 - 48 min

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The Bronx Museum of the Arts
Specializing in contemporary art by New Yorkers of Latin, Asian & African-American descent.
No time set
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Free

Budget breakdown: $7488 In total

Activities & Food:$6993
Transport:$495