10 Days in the Big Apple

Cesar Gomez Serna

29 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. Immerse yourself in the iconic landmarks, breathtaking views, and cultural treasures that make the city that never sleeps truly unique. From soaring skyscrapers to serene parks, this 10-day itinerary will take you on an adventure you'll never forget.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Architectural Marvels and Urban Vibes

$86

$ 17

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

Directions

Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$20

8 - 10 min

Directions

Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

25 - 30 min

Directions

Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$66

10 - 15 min

Directions

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 2Discovering History and Modern Wonders

$150

$ 17

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

Directions

Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$72

14 - 17 min

Directions

A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$78

12 - 15 min

Directions

Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Elevated Parks and Historical Remembrance

$116

$ 22

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

32 - 39 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$50

30 - 36 min

Directions

Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$66

Day 4Parks, Sports, and City Views

$284

$ 33

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

Directions

Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

32 - 39 min

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Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$70

16 - 20 min

Directions

Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$80

30 - 36 min

Directions

Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.

No time set

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$78

25 - 30 min

Directions

From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.

No time set

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$56

Day 5Iconic Landmarks and Celebrity Encounters

$192

$ 39

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$104

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

10 - 12 min

Directions

Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$88

22 - 27 min

Directions

Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.

No time set

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Free

32 - 39 min

Directions

Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look.

No time set

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Island park with a striking stilt design, featuring flower beds & shows at a waterside amphitheater.

No time set

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Free

Day 6Delis, Parks, and the Majestic Brooklyn Bridge

$20

$ 28

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

29 - 35 min

Directions

Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

31 - 38 min

Directions

This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

Directions

Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

28 - 41 min

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Opened in 1909, this suspension bridge between Brooklyn & Manhattan is known for its ornate portal.

No time set

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Free

25 - 30 min

Directions

Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

No time set

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Free

Day 7Art, Skating, and a Park Fit for a World's Fair

$176

$ 33

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

43 - 52 min

Directions

Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

Directions

Frank Lloyd Wright–designed modern art museum with an architecturally significant spiral rotunda.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$60

17 - 21 min

Directions

Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.

No time set

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

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.

No time set

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Free

40 - 48 min

Directions

A kid-friendly annual cherry blossom festival, a Japanese garden & more, spread across 52 acres.

No time set

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$36

Day 8Bright Lights and Contemporary Art

$130

$ 11

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

Directions

Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

Directions

Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$60

47 - 57 min

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Sprawling spot of 50 gardens, 30,000 trees & landmark glasshouse with rain forest & cactus displays.

No time set

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$70

Day 9Sports, Wildlife, and Zoo Adventures

$174

$ 22

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$66

23 - 28 min

Directions

Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$68

36 - 44 min

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Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$40

Day 10Nature's Oasis and Artistic Treasures

$96

$ 22

Pod Times Square

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$60

32 - 39 min

Directions

Island linked to Manhattan via an aerial tramway featuring historical sites & city skyline views.

No time set

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Free

32 - 39 min

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Exhibits & gift shop focusing on functional art like ceramics, jewelry, furniture & digital design.

No time set

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$36

Budget breakdown: $1666 In total

Activities & Food:$1424

Transport:$242