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New York City Adventure: 8-Day Itinerary

Edu Rodriguez

Edu Rodriguez

27 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, lush parks, and cultural treasures as you explore the Big Apple's diverse neighborhoods. Get ready for an exhilarating adventure in the city that never sleeps!

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$25

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$ 6

Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$25
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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Little Island
Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$95

Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 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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$95
9 - 14 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.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$0

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$ 17

Flatiron Building
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 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.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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The Plaza
Iconic 19th-century lodging offering fine dining & afternoon tea, plus a champagne bar & a spa.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Riverside Park
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$58

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$ 6

American Museum of Natural History
From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$58
16 - 20 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
Day 5
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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 - 10:00 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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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.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$158

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$ 11

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$63
12 - 15 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$95
16 - 20 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$155

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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$85
3 - 4 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$70
12 - 17 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
40 - 59 min

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Manhattan Bridge
Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $534 In total

Activities & Food:$490
Transport:$44