NYC in 10 Days: A Journey of Sights, Tastes, and Memories

David Valero nieves

21 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the bustling streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, savor delectable cuisines, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Big Apple. Join me as I explore the hidden gems and must-visit attractions that make NYC a dream destination.

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Viator

Day 1Sky-high Views and Culinary Delights

$326

Entertainment, dinner, brunch & breathtaking views: All on the 65th floor. #30Rock #RockefellerCenter Join us for cocktails at our rooftop lounge, SixtyFive

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$80

2 - 3 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$80

6 - 9 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$72

9 - 14 min

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Quality Bistro is one of New York's best restaurants. Located in Midtown Manhattan, Quality Bistro offers French and American brasserie fare in grand open space for indoor and outdoor dining. Quality Bistro is open for limited indoor dining and covered and heated outdoor dining Tuesday-Saturday...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 2From Coffee Connoisseurship to Lady Liberty

$222

$ 17

Cafe by day, cocktail lounge by night. Coffee always available.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$46

4 - 5 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

13 - 16 min

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Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$56

28 - 34 min

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Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$70

Day 3Art, History, and Mouthwatering Delicacies

$234

$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$42

6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$72

7 - 9 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$64

1 - 2 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 4Gastronomic Journey and Iconic Landmarks

$330

Friedmans is a family run business, which operates locations throughout New York City. Our mantra is simple, Eat good food and this is what we strive to deliver to our guests.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$44

5 - 8 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$70

10 - 15 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$104

4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$58

3 - 4 min

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A remarkably fun experience of high-quality Korean barbecue. Not your average Korean restaurant.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$54

Day 5Tapas, Bridges, and the Heart of NYC

$174

$ 11

Boqueria Spanish Tapas - West 40th Street

Lively, Barcelona-style tapas bar serving a menu of Spanish classics—like paella, churros, sangria, pulpo, and much more— and market-driven seasonal specials in a warm, modern space near NYC's Times Square.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$62

12 - 15 min

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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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$62

Day 6Coffee, Sports, Wildlife, and Pizza

$276

$ 22

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

10 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$66

20 - 24 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$68

10 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$52

16 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$54

Day 7Serene Parks, Brunch, and Comfort Food

$172

Bluestone Lane is an Australian-inspired coffee shop, cafés & lifestyle brand committed to providing a genuine daily escape for all our locals. We offer premium coffee and healthy and delicious eats through an always welcoming experience that embraces our ‘Aussie’ approach to life.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$42

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$58

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 8Artistic Treasures and Pizza by the Water

$244

$ 6

Daytime cafe for Zabar's specialities that turns into a bar for local beers & shandies after dark.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

9 - 14 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$60

25 - 30 min

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We're a wood-fired brick oven pizza restaurant, beer & wine bar, serving up the best Neapolitan pizzas and just steps from the world famous promenade!

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$72

10 - 15 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$62

Day 9Sip, Stroll, and Marvel at Modern Art

$224

$ 6

Our passionate team here at Bibble & Sip strives to serve the finest gourmet coffee, espresso, and pastries. Trained in French Confectionery and inspired by Asian flavors, our savory treats hope to bring you the best of both worlds.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$60

31 - 38 min

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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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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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$62

5 - 8 min

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Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta is a new restaurant from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with the down-to-earth spirit of a neighborhood spot.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$62

Day 10Historic Landmarks and Exquisite Dining

$250

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$66

19 - 23 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$66

9 - 14 min

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As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$70

Budget breakdown: $2529 In total

Activities & Food:$2452

Transport:$77