EXPLORE NYC!!!

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THEREPS 2025 provides attendees with information on iconic tour courses to explore the best of New York City!

Summary of Time Breakdown

OptionCommute to Manhattan (one-way)Time at Each LocationCommute back to FlushingTotal Time
Option 1
“Classic NYC Icons”		25 minutesTimes Square (20 min) Bryant Park (20 min) New York Public Library (15 min) Grand Central (25 min)25 minutes4 hours
Option 2
“Glamour & Green Spaces”		25 minutesFifth Avenue (25 min) Rockefeller Center (20 min) St. Patrick’s Cathedral (15 min) Central Park (45 min)25 minutes4 hours
Option 3
“Modern Marvels & Hidden Gems”		35 minutesHudson Yards (20 min) The Vessel (20 min) High Line (40 min) Chelsea Market (30 min)35 minutes4 hours
Option 4
“Historic Reflections & Waterfront Wonders”		30 minutesOculus (15 min) 9/11 Memorial Pools (20 min) Seaport Area (40 min)30 minutes4 hours

Option 1: “Classic NYC Icons”

Times Square, Bryant Park, New York Public Library, Grand Central

Total Duration: 4 Hours

 Commute Time (Round Trip): 50 minutes (25 minutes each way)

 Total Time at Sights: 3 hours 10 minutes

1. Commute from Flushing to Times Square (25 minutes)

  • Take the 7 Train from Flushing-Main Street Station to Times Square-42nd Street Station.

2. Times Square (20 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Enjoy the lively atmosphere of Times Square with its electronic billboards and the bustling crowd.
  • Photo Spot:
    • Red Steps (the famous red staircase in Times Square) for a classic NYC shot.

3. Walk to Bryant Park (5 minutes)

4. Bryant Park (20 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Relax in the park, check out the open-air reading rooms, and enjoy the views of the surrounding skyscrapers.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The park’s greenery with the skyscrapers in the background makes for a perfect photo opportunity.

5. Walk to New York Public Library (2 minutes)

6. New York Public Library (exterior) (15 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Admire the beautiful Beaux-Arts architecture and the famous Patience and Fortitude lions at the entrance.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The lions and the steps of the library are iconic for photos.

7. Walk to Grand Central Terminal (5 minutes)

8. Grand Central Terminal (exterior) (25 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Admire the historical Beaux-Arts architecture and the celestial dome of the building from the outside.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The Grand Central Clock and the Main Concourse with the famous celestial dome make for a quintessential NYC photo.

9. Commute back to Flushing (25 minutes)

  • Take the 7 Train from Grand Central-42nd Street back to Flushing-Main Street.

Option 2: “Glamour & Green Spaces”

Fifth Avenue Shopping, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Central Park

Total Duration: 4 Hours

 Commute Time (Round Trip): 50 minutes (25 minutes each way)

 Total Time at Sights: 3 hours 10 minutes

1. Commute from Flushing to 5th Avenue-Bryant Park Station (25 minutes)

  • Take the 7 Train from Flushing-Main Street Station to 5th Avenue-Bryant Park Station.

2. Fifth Avenue Shopping (25 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Stroll along Fifth Avenue and all its flagship shops
  • Photo Spot:
    • Take a picture with St. Patrick’s Cathedral in the background as you walk down Fifth Avenue.

3. Walk to Rockefeller Center (5 minutes)

4. Rockefeller Center (Atlas Statue) (20 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Walk around the plaza and admire the Atlas Statue.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The Atlas Statue with the surrounding skyscrapers in the background is a must-have shot.

5. Walk to St. Patrick’s Cathedral (5 minutes)

6. St. Patrick’s Cathedral (exterior) (15 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and intricate stained-glass windows from the outside.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The facade of the cathedral with its grand entrance is a great photo opportunity.

7. Walk to Central Park (10 minutes)

8. Central Park (45 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Stroll through the Mall, relax at Bethesda Terrace, or walk towards Bow Bridge for stunning park views.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge are iconic spots for capturing New York’s natural beauty.

9. Commute back to Flushing (25 minutes)

  • Walk to Columbus Circle Station and take the A or C Train to Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Avenue Station and transfer to the 7 Train to Flushing.

Option 3: “Modern Marvels & Hidden Gems”

Hudson Yards, The Vessel, High Line, Chelsea Market

Total Duration: 4 Hours

 Commute Time (Round Trip): 70 minutes (35 minutes each way)

 Total Time at Sights: 2 hours 50 minutes

1. Commute from Flushing to 34th Street-Hudson Yards Station (35 minutes)

  • Take the 7 Train from Flushing-Main Street Station to 34th Street-Hudson Yards Station.

2. Hudson Yards (20 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Explore Hudson Yards and take in the unique modern architecture and public spaces.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The Vessel (exterior) is a standout architectural structure perfect for photos.

3. Walk to The Vessel (5 minutes)

4. The Vessel (exterior) (20 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Admire the spiraling design of The Vessel from the outside and take in its unique structure.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The best shots of the Vessel are from the base, where you can capture its architectural beauty.

5. Walk to High Line (10 minutes)

6. High Line (40 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Walk through the High Line, a park built on an old railway track, offering great views of the city and art installations.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The Gansevoort Street entrance provides stunning views of the surrounding city and greenery.

7. Walk to Chelsea Market (5 minutes)

8. Chelsea Market (if time permits) (30 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Explore the food vendors, artisan shops, and unique gifts in Chelsea Market.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The interior of Chelsea Market, with its industrial-style architecture, is great for capturing a more urban feel.

9. Commute back to Flushing (35 minutes)

  • Take the E Train from 14th Street-8th Avenue Station to Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Avenue Station, then transfer to the 7 Train.

Option 4: “Historic Reflections & Waterfront Wonders”

Oculus, World Trade Center, Seaport Area, Brooklyn Bridge

Total Duration: 4 Hours

 Commute Time (Round Trip): 60 minutes (30 minutes each way)

 Total Time at Sights: 3 hours

1. Commute from Flushing to Fulton Street Station (30 minutes)

  • Take the 7 Train from Flushing-Main Street Station to 14th Street-Union Square Station, then switch to the R or Q Train to Fulton Street Station.

2. Oculus (15 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Admire the Oculus, a transportation hub with its unique, white, skeletal architecture.
  • Photo Spot:
    • Capture the interior of the Oculus, showcasing its striking design and wide-open spaces.

3. Walk to the 9/11 Memorial Pools (5 minutes)

4. 9/11 Memorial Pools (20 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Reflect at the 9/11 Memorial, where the twin reflecting pools sit in the footprints of the original Twin Towers.
  • Photo Spot:
    • Take a photo at the 9/11 Memorial Pools, surrounded by water and the engraved names of those lost.

5. Walk to the Seaport Area (10 minutes)

6. Seaport Area (40 minutes)

  • What to See:
    • Explore the historic South Street Seaport district, visit Pier 17 for food and views, and check out the shops.
  • Photo Spot:
    • The view of the Brooklyn Bridge from Pier 17 is a perfect shot for any NYC tour.

7. Commute back to Flushing (30 minutes)

  • Take the E Train from Fulton Street Station back to Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Avenue Station, then transfer to the 7 Train to Flushing.

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