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Family Fun in New York City
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Day 1: Exploring Manhattan
New York City, USA
9:00AM
Central Park
Start your day at the iconic Central Park, perfect for a morning stroll or a boat ride on the lake.
Walk from Holiday Inn Express at Sunset Park. Approximately 20 minutes.
Free, 2 hours
11:30AM
Times Square
Head to the bustling Times Square to experience the energy of Broadway.
Take a subway from Central Park to Times Square. Approximately 15 minutes.
$$, 2 hours
2:30PM
Rockefeller Center
Visit Rockefeller Center for amazing city views from the 'Top of the Rock' observation deck.
Walk from Times Square to Rockefeller Center. Approximately 10 minutes.
$$$, 2 hours
6:00PM
Broadway Show
Wrap up your day with a magical Broadway show, an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
Walk from Rockefeller Center to the theatre district. Approximately 10 minutes.
$$$, 3 hours
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Day 2: Historical Landmarks and Remembrance
New York City, USA
9:00AM
Statue of Liberty
Take a ferry to visit the iconic Statue of Liberty and enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline.
Take a subway from Holiday Inn Express at Sunset Park to Battery Park. Approximately 45 minutes.
$$$, 4 hours
2:00PM
Ellis Island
Explore the Immigration Museum on Ellis Island to learn about the history of immigration in the US.
Ferry from Statue of Liberty to Ellis Island. Approximately 15 minutes.
$$, 2 hours
4:30PM
9/11 Memorial
Pay your respects at the 9/11 Memorial and visit the museum to understand the tragic events of 2001.
Take a subway from Battery Park to the 9/11 Memorial. Approximately 20 minutes.
$, 2 hours
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Day 3: Exploring Air & Space with a View
New York City, USA
9:30AM
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Discover historic sea, air, and space crafts at the Intrepid Museum located on the Hudson River.
Take a subway from Holiday Inn Express at Sunset Park to the museum. Approximately 1 hour.
$$$, 3 hours
1:30PM
Edge Observatory
Experience the thrill of the Edge Observatory for panoramic views of New York City.
Take a subway from the Intrepid Museum to the Edge Observatory. Approximately 30 minutes.
$$$, 2 hours
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