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Spending time in the city that never sleeps can be a quick way to blow through your holiday budget. With so much on offer in New York City<\/a> you\u2019re never short of things to do<\/a> \u2013 you\u2019re almost guaranteed to run out of cash before you run out of activities! To make the most of your trip, some careful planning can go a long way in making those dollar bills stretch that little bit further \u2013 without compromising on your fun in the Big Apple.<\/p>\n

Off-season travel<\/h2>\n

Travelling during the quieter months of the year is always a good way to save on airfares, and if you\u2019re prepared to get a little chilly then you can score great flights and hotel deals during winter. With the Christmas and New Year crowds usually heading home by the middle of January, we find February, although freezing cold, a great time to pick up well priced flights. The colder months also usually mean shorter queues and smaller tour groups, making things better priced and more efficient for your time.<\/p>\n

NY Subway Metrocard<\/h2>\n

When in Rome\u2026 well, in New York you need to ride the subway! For just $31USD you\u2019ll get seven whole days of unlimited metro rides, getting you almost anywhere you need to go. A subway station is never far away, especially around Manhattan<\/a>, so if you\u2019re visiting a lot of museums, buildings and galleries, hop on the subway to your next destination and save some precious money rather hailing a cab. You\u2019ll only need to take the subway twice a day during your trip to cover your costs!<\/p>\n

In the middle of the East River lies Roosevelt Island, a now residential and business community that was once the location of hospitals and prisons. The main transport to Roosevelt Island is on The Tram \u2013 gliding you from East Manhattan over the river. Use your weekly metro card to access the tram and enjoy the unique vantage point of soaring over the busy streets to a less celebrated part of NYC. An interesting stop where you can see the ruins of a smallpox hospital, a lighthouse, parks and beautiful views across the water back to the upper east side of Manhattan.
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City Tour Passes<\/h2>\n

There are many options available these days for \u2018combine and save\u2019 deals, and the CityPASS New York<\/a> combines a variety of popular attractions into one ticket, with some big savings attached. If you were planning on visiting all of the included locations anyway (like the Empire State Building<\/a>, the 9-11 Memorial Museum<\/a> or the Statue of Liberty<\/a>), choosing a pass with the flexibility to enjoy over nine days will save you around $100, and is a great way to skip queues. The CityPASS New York covers some quintessential NY experiences that are lots of fun, especially for a first-time visitor to NY \u2013\u00a0we loved our trip to the Top of the Rock<\/a>. The convenience of pre-purchasing means less worrying about budgets for each attraction, and more time enjoying your holiday!
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Free Entry and Pay As You Wish Attractions<\/h2>\n

Many museums and attractions around New York offer a weekly or monthly time where entry is free, so it\u2019s worth checking your itinerary to check for a time that lines up for you! Save $25 for adult admissions to the Museum of Modern Art<\/a> by popping in on a Friday afternoon, when admission is free between 4pm-8pm. Be prepared for crowds and make sure you don\u2019t miss anything by working out what exhibits you really want to see.
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Many other museums around New York also have a dedicated \u2018Pay What You Wish\u2019 timeframe \u2013 a perfect option if you have more time than money on your trip. The Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum<\/a> offers this on Saturdays 6pm-9pm, the Guggenheim Museum<\/a> from 5.45pm-7.45pm Saturdays, and the Whitney<\/a> is Fridays from 7pm-10pm. Other locations, such as the beautiful Grand Central Terminal<\/a> have free walking tours every Friday Saturday and Sunday. Don\u2019t miss out on the whispering walls, and some unrivalled expertise on many of the buildings\u2019 hidden details.<\/p>\n

Expedia compensates authors for their writings appearing on this site, such compensation may include travel and other costs<\/em>.
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