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Budget-Friendly USA East Coast Adventure

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Day 1: Exploring New York City

New York, USA on September 11, 2024

8:00 AM

Breakfast at The Bagel Store

Start your day with a classic New York breakfast at The Bagel Store, known for their colourful rainbow bagels.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from your accommodation.
£10, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Visit Central Park

Spend the morning exploring the iconic Central Park, rent a bike or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll.
Central Park is easily accessible by subway or bus from Williamsburg.
Free, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Joe's Pizza

Grab a slice of authentic New York pizza at Joe's Pizza, a local favourite since 1975.
Take the subway or a short walk from Central Park to Joe's Pizza.
£5, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Explore Times Square

Experience the hustle and bustle of Times Square, known for its bright lights and Broadway theatres.
Take a subway or taxi to Times Square from Joe's Pizza.
Free, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at The Halal Guys

Enjoy a delicious and affordable meal at The Halal Guys food cart, famous for their gyro platters.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from Times Square to The Halal Guys.
£8, 1 hour
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Day 2: City Exploration Continues

New York, USA on September 12, 2024

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Clinton St. Baking Company

Indulge in a hearty breakfast at Clinton St. Baking Company, known for their delicious pancakes and eggs benedict.
Take a subway or bus to Lower East Side from your accommodation.
£15, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Visit the Statue of Liberty

Take a ferry to visit the iconic Statue of Liberty and enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline.
Board the ferry from Battery Park, easily accessible by subway from Lower East Side.
£25 (includes ferry ticket), 3 hours

2:00 PM

Explore the 9/11 Memorial & Museum

Pay your respects at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, a poignant reminder of the events of September 11, 2001.
Take a short walk from Battery Park to the Memorial & Museum.
£15, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Katz's Delicatessen

Enjoy a classic New York deli experience at Katz's Delicatessen, famous for their pastrami sandwiches.
Take a taxi or subway to Lower East Side for dinner.
£20, 1 hour
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Day 3: Final Day in NYC

New York, USA on September 13, 2024

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Two Hands

Start your day with a healthy breakfast at Two Hands, known for their avocado toast and smoothie bowls.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from your accommodation.
£12, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Explore The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Spend the morning exploring the vast collection at The Met, one of the world's largest art museums.
Take a subway or bus to Upper East Side where The Met is located.
£15, 3 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Shake Shack

Grab a delicious burger and milkshake at the famous Shake Shack, a popular fast-food chain in NYC.
Take a short walk or subway ride to the nearest Shake Shack.
£10, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Shopping in SoHo

Explore the trendy boutiques and shops in SoHo for some retail therapy and unique finds.
Take a subway or taxi to SoHo from Shake Shack.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Lombardi's Pizza

End your final day in NYC with a visit to Lombardi's Pizza, the oldest pizzeria in the United States.
Take a taxi or subway to Little Italy for dinner.
£15, 1 hour
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Day 4: Arrival in Washington D.C.

Washington D.C., USA on September 14, 2024

Travel from New York to Washington D.C.

Travel Day

Take a bus or train from New York to Washington D.C. The journey takes approximately 4-5 hours.
Board the bus or train from the designated station in New York.
£40, 5 hours
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Day 5: Exploring the Capital

Washington D.C., USA on September 15, 2024

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Founding Farmers

Start your day with a farm-to-table breakfast at Founding Farmers, known for their delicious brunch options.
Take a short walk or taxi ride from your accommodation to Founding Farmers.
£20, 1 hour

10:30 AM

Visit the National Mall

Explore the iconic National Mall, home to various monuments and museums including the Lincoln Memorial and the Smithsonian.
Walk or take a bike rental to the National Mall.
Free, 3 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at Ben's Chili Bowl

Try a half-smoke at Ben's Chili Bowl, a historic restaurant known for its chilli dogs and welcoming atmosphere.
Take a short taxi ride or walk to Ben's Chili Bowl from the National Mall.
£10, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Explore the Smithsonian Museums

Spend the afternoon visiting the Smithsonian Museums, offering a wide range of exhibits from art to history.
Walk or take a bus to the Smithsonian Museums from Ben's Chili Bowl.
Free, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Old Ebbitt Grill

Enjoy a historic dining experience at Old Ebbitt Grill, one of the oldest dining establishments in Washington D.C.
Take a short taxi ride or walk to Old Ebbitt Grill from the Smithsonian Museums.
£25, 1 hour
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Day 6: Historical Exploration

Washington D.C., USA on September 16, 2024

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Ted's Bulletin

Start your day with a nostalgic breakfast at Ted's Bulletin, known for their homemade pop tarts and all-day breakfast menu.
Take a short walk or taxi ride from your accommodation to Ted's Bulletin.
£15, 1 hour

10:30 AM

Visit the U.S. Capitol Building

Explore the iconic U.S. Capitol Building and learn about the history of American democracy.
Take a short bus or taxi ride to the U.S. Capitol Building.
Free, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at District Taco

Enjoy a delicious and affordable Mexican lunch at District Taco, known for their tacos and burrito bowls.
Take a short walk or bus ride to District Taco from the U.S. Capitol Building.
£10, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Tour the Library of Congress

Visit the historic Library of Congress, the largest library in the world with millions of books, recordings, photographs, and maps.
Walk or take a bus to the Library of Congress from District Taco.
Free, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Founding Farmers

Indulge in another farm-to-table meal at Founding Farmers for a delightful dinner experience.
Take a short taxi ride or walk to Founding Farmers from the Library of Congress.
£25, 1 hour
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Day 7: Arrival in Chicago

Chicago, USA on September 17, 2024

Travel from Washington D.C. to Chicago

Travel Day

Take a budget flight from Washington D.C. to Chicago. Flight duration is approximately 2 hours.
Head to the airport in Washington D.C. to catch your flight to Chicago.
£60, 2 hours
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