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9 Days in the Big Apple!

Natalia León

Natalia León

7 Mar 2024

Join me on an epic adventure through the concrete jungle of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this blog will take you on a whirlwind tour of the city that never sleeps.

Trip to New York

Day 1Bridges, Parks, and Delicatessen Delights
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$52

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$ 33

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Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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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
20 - 24 min

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Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Katz's Deli
New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 2Parks, History, and Delicious Eats
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$236

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$ 66

The Washington by LuxUrban

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 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
12 - 15 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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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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$76
18 - 22 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
18 - 22 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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$160
Day 3Skyscrapers, Music, and Lady Liberty
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$664

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$ 55

The Washington by LuxUrban

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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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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$156
25 - 30 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$132
51 - 62 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$100
15 - 18 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$96
43 - 52 min

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Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
No time set
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$140
10 - 15 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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$40
Day 4Parks, Landmarks, and BBQ Feasts
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$416

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$ 55

The Washington by LuxUrban

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
48 - 58 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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$208
4 - 5 min

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Jongro BBQ
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
22 - 27 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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$156
29 - 35 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
Day 5Wildlife, Parks, and Tasty Empanadas
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$0

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Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 6Art, Culture, and Sushi Sensations
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$376

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$ 22

The Washington by LuxUrban

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$160
6 - 9 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$120
5 - 8 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$96
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
6 - 9 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
Day 7Bright Lights, Baseball, and Harlem Vibes
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$232

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$ 44

The Washington by LuxUrban

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Directions

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
28 - 34 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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
24 - 29 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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$164
Day 8Wax Figures, Zoo Fun, and Sushi Delights
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$344

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$ 33

The Washington by LuxUrban

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Madame Tussauds New York
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$176
17 - 21 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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$80
12 - 18 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$88
Day 9Serene Strolls and Pickle Paradise
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$68

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$ 22

The Washington by LuxUrban

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Directions

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
11 - 16 min

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Jacob's Pickles
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68

Budget breakdown: $2718 In total

Activities & Food:$2388
Transport:$330