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A Day in the Big Apple: Exploring the Best of New York City

José Cardenas

7 Oct 2023

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Join me on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks like Times Square and the High Line to hidden gems like Flushing Meadows Corona Park and Katz's Delicatessen, this itinerary will take you on a whirlwind adventure through the heart of the city that never sleeps.

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Day 1

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$25

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$ 22

Flushing Meadows Corona Park

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

25 - 30 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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Times Square

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Vessel

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

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

8 - 12 min

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The High Line

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Little Island

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

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Katz's Delicatessen

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

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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The Battery

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

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $47 In total

Activities & Food:$25

Transport:$22