2023-07-04 07:00:00
New York is a city full of exciting attractions, delicious food and rich culture. However, it can also be expensive for visitors. In this note, we will present you with practical tips and smart strategies to save money while enjoying everything the Big Apple has to offer.
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“During the summer months, New York is filled with street festivals, outdoor restaurants and cultural offerings, plus beautiful parks, beaches and green spaces. We invite visitors to take advantage of the value of a summer visit to New York and enjoy the many fantastic free and affordable activities offered across the five boroughs,” said Fred Dixon, president and CEO of New York City Tourism + Conventions.
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In that sense, the first recommendation to explore this city in the United States is using public transportation: The New York subway system is a fast and economical way to get around the city, so you can buy a MetroCard and take advantage of the discounts for multiple trips.
Now the recommendation is to move around the city and to do so you can take into account the following events:
– From August 10 to 20, the 48th annual Harlem Week will take place, an event that highlights the neighborhood’s rich cultural heritage, with celebrations that include live music, dance performances, dining options, shopping and more.
– Hip-Hop began in New York City 50 years ago, on August 11, 1973. Celebrations include free concerts such as ‘Birth of a Culture’, Grandmaster Flash and Friends at Crotona Park in the Bronx on August 4 , and the BRIC Hip-Hop 50th Anniversary Weekend on August 11 and 12.
– The semi-annual restaurant program returns this summer from July 24 to August 20, with hundreds of restaurants in the five boroughs offering set menus for lunch and dinner. The full list of participating properties will be available on July 6 at nyctourism.com/restaurantweek.
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Enjoy the islands and beaches
Surrounded by water, the city is a group of islands. The five boroughs are connected by the NYC Ferry, which costs $4 each way. This is how you can visit the Coney Island neighborhood in Brooklyn, in front of the beach, it is known mainly for its boardwalk, its Cyclone and Thunderbolt roller coasters, the Wonder Wheel (among other attractions and rides) and the famous hot dogs of Nathan’s Famous.
On the other hand, you can visit Manhattan’s new public park, Little Island, which offers free access and water views, interactive art, performances and events. Another summer favorite is Governors Island, a car-free island with walking and biking trails, a hammock forest, and food trucks.
Take the free ferry to Staten Island from Lower Manhattan and enjoy views of the Statue of Liberty before visiting South Beach and Midland Beach. These waterfront neighborhoods offer beaches, a four-kilometer boardwalk, and a fishing pier.
Outdoor entertainment
Outdoor performances are a summer classic in New York. The beloved Shakespeare in the Park in Central Park will present performances of Hamlet, which can be enjoyed for free at the Delacorte Theater through August 6.
You can also enjoy free concerts in parks across the five boroughs with Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage, featuring performances spanning a wide variety of musical genres.
The city also offers open-air cinema. These are the recommendations: screened outdoors by Film at Lincoln Center, which are on display until September 1; Flicks on the Beach at Coney Island starting July 10, with a selection of movies for the whole family to enjoy; and Movies With A View on Thursdays from July 6 to August 24 at Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Immerse yourself in public art
Many renowned museums in New York offer days or hours of free admission. Take advantage of these opportunities to explore art and history without spending money.
– The Public Art Fund presents free exhibitions of contemporary art to the public, with works currently on display in New York parks, JCDecaux bus shelters, and transportation hubs such as LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty Airport, and the Moynihan Train Hall .
– Midnight Moment brings public art to 92 iconic Times Square digital billboards, from 41st Street to 49th Street, every night from 11:57 pm to midnight. This summer’s program features artists Victoria Fard (July 1-30) and Scott Eaton (August 1-31).
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