New York is one of the most popular and expensive US holiday destinations. Nearly 50 million people visited in 2010, and hotel occupancy is regularly in the mid- to upper 80% range. If New York is on your wish list but you’re worried about your bank balance afterwards these few frugal tips may help.
Getting there
Airfare is the one area where you can save a lot of money. Research all your options, look out for sales and always book early.
Staying there
New York is home to numerous guesthouses and B&B's which provide a good alternative to hotel prices in the city.
Some good options include:
• East Village Bed and Coffee, $135 and $155 per night
• Margot Guest House, $140-$185 per night
• Colonial House Inn, rooms from $130 per night
If you’re set on a hotel break then try these cheaper options:
• 414 Hotel, rooms from around $200 per night
• Cosmopolitan Hotel Tribeca, rooms from around $200 per night
• The Gershwin Hotel, rooms from around $225, dorm accommodation from around $100
Entertainment
New York has so much to offer, world-class restaurants, museums, theatre and architecture.
New York has lots of cheap eats so shop around. The city is also home to a strong food truck culture serving up everything from falafel to waffles at affordable prices. Check out NY Magazine's food truck guide.
Moving on to art, the MoMA is free Fridays 4-8pm, while the Guggenheim has a pay-what-you-wish policy from 5:45 to 7:45 on Saturday evenings.
One of the newest and most popular New York attractions also happens to be free. The High Line Park, a triumph of urban renewal, is a 1.45 mile-long elevated railway that has been transformed into lush walkway complete with art installations and great views of the city. It's New York's newest must-see attraction.
For theater, the TKTS Booth is still the best deal in town, so long as you're flexible about what you'll see on or off Broadway.
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