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10 Days in New York: A Journey of Adventure and Discovery

Juliana Jiménez El Khoury

Juliana Jiménez El Khoury

19 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 10-day itinerary to explore the vibrant city of New York. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this blog will take you on an unforgettable journey through the Big Apple.

Trip to New York

Day 1
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$142

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$ 6

Top of The Rock
Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$80
10 - 15 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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 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
5 - 8 min

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Shukette
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
4 - 6 min

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Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 2
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$236

Madison Square Garden
Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$70
10 - 15 min

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Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$104
4 - 5 min

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Jongro BBQ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
12 - 18 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
Day 3
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$64

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$ 6

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
25 - 30 min

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The Battery
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 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
12 - 18 min

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Takahachi Bakery
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$40
Day 4
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$128

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$ 17

Times Square
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
28 - 34 min

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Yankee Stadium
Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$66
9 - 11 min

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The Edge Harlem
Local eatery in the heart of Hamilton Heights, Harlem. Casual cuisine. Flavors of Jamaica and England with a New York attitude. Wine and beer.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
9 - 11 min

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Sottocasa Pizzeria
Fresh ingredients, wood fired oven imported from Napoli, and authentic flavors: this is what pizza is for us. Simple and Delicious. Benvenuto!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 5
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$108

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$ 11

Brooklyn Bridge
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Prospect Park
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
11 - 16 min

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Ix Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
11 - 14 min

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East Wind Snack Shop
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 6
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$154

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$ 6

Brooklyn Bridge Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$66
7 - 10 min

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Takahachi Bakery
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$40
2 - 3 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 7
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$118

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$ 17

Chelsea Market
Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$50
13 - 16 min

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Sam A.M.
Breakfast Spot, Coffee house
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
38 - 46 min

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Hometown Bar-B-Que
Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 8
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$210

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$ 6

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
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
12 - 15 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$60
8 - 11 min

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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
9 - 14 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$42
Day 9
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$156

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
6 - 9 min

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Sushi By Bou
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$42
6 - 9 min

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Los Tacos No. 1
Three close friends from Tijuana and California bring the No.1 Taco to NYC
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 10
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$136

Central Park
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

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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.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$60
8 - 11 min

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Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$36
8 - 11 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...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40

Budget breakdown: $1518 In total

Activities & Food:$1452
Transport:$66