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4 Days in the Big Apple: Exploring the Best of New York City

Cindy Ortiz

Cindy Ortiz

1 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 4-day adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like Rockefeller Center and Central Park to the dazzling lights of Times Square, this itinerary is packed with excitement and unforgettable experiences.

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Day 1
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$80

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$ 6

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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$40
18 - 22 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
21 - 26 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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$40
Day 2
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$0

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$ 3

Bow Bridge
This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$35

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$ 6

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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$25
35 - 42 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
28 - 41 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
Day 4
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$85

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$ 3

MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
Pink, interactive ice cream-themed museum with a sprinkles pool, subway, 3-floor slide & café.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$33
17 - 21 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$52

Budget breakdown: $217 In total

Activities & Food:$200
Transport:$17