The bright lights of New York City beckon visitors from all four corners of the globe, but with its reputation as one of the most expensive cities in the world, is it possible to visit the Big Apple on a modest budget? The answer is a resounding yes. With lots of cheap and even free attractions in town, you don’t have to take out a second mortgage on your house to enjoy all the city has to offer.
Free sights
While there’s no such thing as a free lunch in New York, you can enjoy many of her sights without opening your wallet.
1. Statue of Liberty
A trip to NYC isn’t complete without visiting Lady Liberty but the $12 ferry fee to Ellis Island can quickly add up if you’ve got a large family. If you’re content to view the statue from afar, take a free ride on the Staten Island ferry instead. Dating back to the 1700s, the ferry service runs frequently and will give you great views of both Lady Liberty and the Manhattan skyline.
2. Central Park
At 843 acres, Central Park is easily Manhattan’s largest park, and provides city slickers with a much-appreciated respite from the hustle and bustle. Entrance is free and visitors can spend time exploring the Belvedere Castle, or the Beatles memorial at Strawberry Fields. In the summers, the Delacorte Theater offers free Shakespeare performances while the Great Lawn is host to the New York Philharmonic’s free open-air concert and the Metropolitan Opera’s two operas.
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