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A Week in the Big Apple: Exploring New York City

Kenia Salazar

Kenia Salazar

18 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day adventure through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building to hidden gems like The High Line and Luna Park, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture, delicious food, and unforgettable experiences of the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$102

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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$66
12 - 17 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 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.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
Day 2
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$178

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$ 11

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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$50
43 - 52 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$104
4 - 5 min

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Jongro BBQ
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$24
Day 3
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$90

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$ 11

Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
25 - 30 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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
11 - 14 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$66
Day 4
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$156

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$ 17

Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$40
9 - 11 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 - 12:30 PM
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$80
30 - 36 min

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Kiki's
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
9 - 11 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
Day 5
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$128

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$ 6

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
20 - 24 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$80
5 - 8 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$48
Day 6
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$190

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$ 11

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$60
50 - 60 min

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Luna Park in Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$90
8 - 10 min

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L & B Spumoni Gardens
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$40

Budget breakdown: $899 In total

Activities & Food:$844
Transport:$55