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NYC Adventure: 8 Days of Thrills and Sights

Nayara gil carignani

Nayara gil carignani

29 Nov 2023

Embark on an exhilarating 8-day journey through the bustling streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, savor mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Big Apple. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to New York

Day 1Skyscrapers, Lights, and Tapas Galore
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$296

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$ 11

LIC Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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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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$80
8 - 12 min

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Times Square
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
7 - 10 min

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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.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$72
4 - 5 min

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Madame Tussauds New York
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$88
7 - 10 min

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Hold Fast Kitchen and Spirits
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
13 - 20 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.
No time set
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Free
Day 2From Historic Bridges to Delectable Delis
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$204

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$ 33

LIC Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Washington Square Park
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
18 - 22 min

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One World Trade Center
A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$78
13 - 16 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Juliana's Pizza
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$56
4 - 5 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Katz's Delicatessen
No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Katz's Deli
New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$70
Day 3Reflecting on History and Exploring Parks
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$264

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$ 33

LIC Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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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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$66
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
22 - 27 min

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De Hot Pot
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$64
24 - 29 min

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One World Observatory
Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$78
19 - 23 min

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Provini
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 4Arts, Markets, and Majestic Landmarks
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$266

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$ 33

LIC Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$58
14 - 17 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$50
40 - 48 min

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Madison Square Park
Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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$104
4 - 5 min

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Jongro BBQ
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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$54
Day 5Wildlife, Art, and Authentic Flavors
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$276

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$ 39

LIC Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Central Park Zoo
Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$40
14 - 17 min

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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Frank Lloyd Wright–designed modern art museum with an architecturally significant spiral rotunda.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$60
22 - 27 min

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Xochimilco Family Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$58
11 - 14 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$66
35 - 42 min

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Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Martha's Country Bakery
Serving the best American dessert classics in NY since 1972.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 6Zoos, Parks, and Culinary Delights
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$194

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$ 28

LIC Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Bronx Zoo
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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$68
30 - 36 min

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Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Ci Siamo
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$52
18 - 22 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$20
11 - 16 min

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Shukette
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 7Museums, Music, and Gastronomic Delicacies
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$388

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$ 22

LIC Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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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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$60
21 - 26 min

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$72
10 - 12 min

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Sushi By Bou
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$58
5 - 8 min

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Radio City Music Hall
Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$66
4 - 6 min

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The Museum of Modern Art
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$60
4 - 5 min

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Quality Bistro
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...
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$72
Day 8Cathedrals, Panoramic Views, and Iconic Eateries
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$274

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$ 22

LIC Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral
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
4 - 6 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$80
23 - 28 min

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The High Line
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
11 - 14 min

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Shake Shack
Modern day version of a roadside burger stand serving delicious burgers, hot dogs, shakes, frozen custard, beer, wine & more
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62
9 - 14 min

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Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$70
9 - 14 min

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Shake Shack
Modern day version of a roadside burger stand serving delicious burgers, hot dogs, shakes, frozen custard, beer, wine & more
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62

Budget breakdown: $2382 In total

Activities & Food:$2162
Transport:$220