9 Days in the Big Apple: A Journey through New York City

Camilo B

17 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant energy of New York City with this 9-day itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and Empire State Building. Immerse yourself in the city's diverse culture at Chelsea Market and The Museum of Modern Art. From the bustling Times Square to the serene High Line, this trip is a perfect blend of excitement and relaxation.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$195

$ 55

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

Directions

No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

Directions

Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

Directions

This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

Directions

A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$195

23 - 28 min

Directions

Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.

No time set

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Free

Day 2

$395

$ 55

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

Directions

Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

34 - 41 min

Directions

Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$165

25 - 30 min

Directions

Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.

No time set

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$180

Day 3

$290

$ 69

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

Directions

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

32 - 39 min

Directions

Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$125

30 - 36 min

Directions

Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.

No time set

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$165

Day 4

$265

$ 69

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

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

Directions

Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$165

27 - 33 min

Directions

Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.

No time set

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$100

Day 5

$320

$ 42

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

Directions

Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$170

40 - 48 min

Directions

A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$150

Day 6

$595

$ 42

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$200

12 - 17 min

Directions

Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$220

11 - 16 min

Directions

Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$175

17 - 26 min

Directions

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

5 - 8 min

Directions

Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

No time set

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.

No time set

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Free

25 - 30 min

Directions

Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.

No time set

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Free

Day 7

$535

$ 55

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

Directions

Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$260

17 - 21 min

Directions

Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

Celebrated museum & library's gift shop featuring books, accessories & collection-related wares.

No time set

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$110

15 - 18 min

Directions

Pink, interactive ice cream-themed museum with a sprinkles pool, subway, 3-floor slide & café.

No time set

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$165

Day 8

$400

$ 42

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

16 - 20 min

Directions

Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$50

23 - 28 min

Directions

Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$150

6 - 9 min

Directions

Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$200

Day 9

$ 69

Iberostar 70 Park Avenue

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

Directions

Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

29 - 35 min

Directions

Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

30 - 36 min

Directions

Landmark building on Wall Street and home to one of the world's leading stock exchanges.

No time set

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Free

Budget breakdown: $3490 In total

Activities & Food:$2995

Transport:$495