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8 Days in New York: A Journey of Discovery

Andrea Botero

Andrea Botero

23 Oct 2023

Join me on an exciting 8-day adventure in the vibrant city of New York. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple.

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Day 1
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$91

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$ 9

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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$33
11 - 14 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Kiki's
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
16 - 23 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
24 - 29 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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$51

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$ 6

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
7 - 9 min

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One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$39
11 - 14 min

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Loring Place
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
4 - 5 min

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Washington Square Park
Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$45

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$ 6

New York Aquarium
Aquarium on the Coney Island boardwalk hosting exhibits on marine life & daily sea lion shows.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$33
29 - 35 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
23 - 28 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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
Day 4
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$95

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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
45 - 54 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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$52
15 - 18 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
12 - 17 min

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Grand Central Terminal
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$54

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$ 9

The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine
Immense, historic church known for its concerts, Sunday service & annual blessing of the animals.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$20
9 - 11 min

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Chrysler Building
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Vitos Slices And Ices
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$24
8 - 12 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$10
Day 6
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$20

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$ 6

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
36 - 44 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Shukette
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
5 - 8 min

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The High Line
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$57

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
8 - 12 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$40
11 - 16 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$17
Day 8
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$18

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$ 3

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
12 - 15 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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Izakaya Toribar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $473 In total

Activities & Food:$431
Transport:$42