NY on a Crunch: One Day of Adventure

  • 9:00AM: Empire State Building Observation Deck
    20 minutes (1.5 miles) from Rockefeller Center

    Enjoy a 360-degree view of New York from the world-famous Empire State Building. It offers the perfect opportunity to see the city's skyline, enjoy a little clean air, and snap some enviable photos.

  • 11:00AM: Wall Street
    15 minutes (2.2 miles) from the Empire State Building

    Wall Street is the financial heart of NYC, home to the NY Stock Exchange, and famous for its large bronze Charging Bull sculpture. You can explore around the famous Wall Street building while feeling like a millionaire walking down the streets.

  • 12:30PM: High Line Park
    12 minutes (1.7 Miles) from Wall Street

    This High Line Park is unique and provides an incredible view of the NYC skyline. Previously an active railway line, this historic and visually-appealing park attracts an eclectic mix of New Yorkers and tourists alike.

  • 2:00PM: Awe-inspiring American Museum of Natural History
    15 minutes (2.9 miles) from High Line Park

    Dive into natural science at the American Museum of Natural History. Known for housing the world's most extensive collection of dinosaur fossils, and the Rose Center for Earth and Space, this Museum provides a unique and unforgettable learning experience.

  • 4:00PM: Circle Line's Great Around Manhattan Boat Tour
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from American Museum of Natural History

    If you're up for a calming break, take the Circle Line's Great Around Manhattan Boat Tour. This tour provides you with fantastic views of the city from the water as well as compelling historical commentary along the route.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Empire State Building Observation Deck (1.5 hours, $42)
  • Wall Street (2 hours, Free)
  • High Line Park (1.5 hours, Free)
  • American Museum of Natural History (3 hours, $28)
  • Circle Line's Great Around Manhattan Boat Tour (2.5 hours, $42)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $112

Transportation

Due to the short duration of your stay, taxis, ride-hailing services such as Uber or Lyft, or public transportation would do for getting around. These offer variable prices that range from approximately $10 to $30 and travel times are traffic-dependant. Ensure to be in time to avoid missing these adventures.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, or Central Park. Night tours of the city can be an additional way to experience New York. If you have less time, you may need to consider cutting some of the events mentioned.

Airports

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a famous airport in NYC and is situated 20 miles away from Manhattan's central area. For transportation, taxis and buses are readily available. The other airport that serves the city of New York is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about ten miles from Manhattan central. It operates both international and domestic flights.

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