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5 Days in New York: A Journey of Icons and Landmarks

Vasant Nandekar

Vasant Nandekar

22 Oct 2023

Experience the best of New York City in just 5 days! Explore iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, and Times Square. Immerse yourself in the history of 9/11 at the memorial and museum. Marvel at the breathtaking views from the Top of The Rock and Brooklyn Bridge. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Big Apple!

Day 1
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$105

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$ 9

Liberty State Park
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
28 - 34 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
$105
Day 2
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$75

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$ 17

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$75
35 - 42 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 3
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$143

St. Patrick's Cathedral
Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$143
Day 4
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$38

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$ 9

Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Vessel
Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$38
Day 5
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$0

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$ 9

Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
35 - 42 min

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Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $402 In total

Activities & Food:$360
Transport:$42