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5 Days in the Big Apple: A Multicultural Adventure

Lupita Medina

14 Nov 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like Times Square and the Statue of Liberty to hidden gems like La Colombe Torrefaction and Jacob's Pickles, this itinerary is packed with excitement and cultural experiences. Get ready to explore the melting pot of New York and create unforgettable memories!

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Viator

Day 1

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$52

La Colombe Torrefaction

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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Times Square

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

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

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$36

8 - 11 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

11 - 16 min

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St. Patrick's Cathedral

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

No time set

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Free

Day 2

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$134

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$ 11

Birch Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

11 - 14 min

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Rockefeller Center

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$80

26 - 32 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

18 - 27 min

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Sweetgreen

Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 3

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$38

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$ 6

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.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

7 - 9 min

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Central Park

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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Jacob's Pickles

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 4

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$120

Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

8 - 12 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$60

12 - 17 min

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Marinara Pizza

At Marinara Pizza, we have a passion for creating delicious food using quality ingredients and time-tested recipes. We have a love for hospitality and aim to treat our guests like family. Our menu features a variety of classic and specialty pizza as well pastas, salads, heroes, and classic Italia...

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Day 5

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$222

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$ 11

Tina's Cuban Cuisine

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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Empire State Building

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$104

39 - 47 min

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Statue of Liberty

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$50

13 - 16 min

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Sam A.M.

Breakfast Spot, Coffee house

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$48

Budget breakdown: $594 In total

Activities & Food:$566

Transport:$28