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8 Days in Manhattan: A Journey Through Iconic Landmarks

Andres MB

Andres MB

27 Sep 2023

Experience the best of Manhattan in 8 days with this exciting itinerary. Visit famous landmarks like the Empire State Building, Times Square, and the Statue of Liberty, and explore hidden gems like Madison Square Park and Chelsea Market.

Trip to Manhattan

Day 1
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$0

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$ 6

Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$25

Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25
Day 3
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$193

Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$96
10 - 15 min

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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$98
Day 4
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$0

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$ 11

Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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

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Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$70

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
19 - 28 min

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Tesla Destination Charger
9:30 AM - 10:30 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.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$70
Day 6
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$63

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$ 6

Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$63
Day 7
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$0

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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Free
10 - 15 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

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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
14 - 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 - 1:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 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.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $378 In total

Activities & Food:$351
Transport:$28