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New York Adventure: 8 Days of Exploring the Big Apple

Cristina Rodríguez

Cristina Rodríguez

14 Oct 2023

Join me on an exciting 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Big Apple.

Day 1
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$62

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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 - 9:00 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Bar Staten Island Ferry Terminal
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Hole In The Wall
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
9 - 14 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 2
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$62

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$ 6

Dumbo - Manhattan Bridge View
Street intersection & well-known selfie spot with the iconic Manhattan Bridge as a backdrop.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Little Italy
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Yi Ji Shi Mo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$24
5 - 8 min

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Despaña
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$38
Day 3
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$72

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$ 6

Bryant Park
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Pepsi Cola Sign
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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Casa Enrique
Long Island City's authentic Mexican restaurant. Chef Cosme Aguilar presents cuisine from Mexico's Chiapas region: cooking from the heart.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$24
9 - 14 min

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Top Quality
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$48
Day 4
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$132

9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$70
7 - 10 min

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Takahachi Bakery
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
2 - 3 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 5
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$88

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$ 6

Hoboken Waterfront
Views across the New York City skyline from a riverside promenade with bars, cafes & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Fiore House of Quality Dairy
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$48
12 - 17 min

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Vito's Delicatessen
Vito’s Italian Deli in Hoboken, NJ is your classic Italian deli offering sandwiches, salads, imported groceries & housemade mozzarella!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40
Day 6
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$0

Day 7
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$68

Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Jacob's Pickles
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$34
4 - 5 min

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Orwasher's Bakery
Orwashers is a New York City institution. Founded in 1916 by a Hungarian family, the bakery began as a small storefront in the UES. It was borne out of a desire to serve the local immigrant community and focused on high quality rye, black, and grain breads that reflected their homeland traditions.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$34
Day 8
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$80

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
6 - 9 min

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Sushi By Bou
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$44

Budget breakdown: $586 In total

Activities & Food:$564
Transport:$22