How much money do I need per day in New York?

You should plan to spend around $316 per day on your vacation in New York City, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, $50 on meals for one day and $49 on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in New York City for a couple is $331.



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If visitors are cautious about planning their travel, accommodations, transportation and itinerary, it is absolutely possible to visit New York City on a budget and still have a great time. Here are some tips on how to successfully do New York City on $100 a day.

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If you plan to stay at a 5-star hotel and dine at upscale restaurants in Manhattan, then a budget of $1000 is definitely not going to cut it. However, if you book a mid-tier hotel and take advantage of the many free things to do in New York, then a budget of $1000 is just fine.

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You should plan to spend around $316 per day on your vacation in New York City, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, $50 on meals for one day and $49 on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in New York City for a couple is $331.

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My advice is to keep the cash low per day, get more when you need it from your bank's ATM. New York is a an expensive city. If you include hotel rates, transportation, dining, and maybe a show or two think in terms of about $1,000 a day average.

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We went to NYC last year during Christmas for 5 nights. My husband and I budgeted about $2000(for personal expenses not including hotel room or air travel which were separate). It was more than enough.

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I would manage easily on $200. I am not a big shopper and I like to eat on the run. $30 for a metro card will get you where you need to go as well.

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New York City has a reputation for being one of the most expensive dining destinations in the world. It's easy to wander into high-end restaurants without realizing it and walk away with the idea that dining out in NYC is wallet-busting.

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Since New York City is one of the more expensive cities in the world, even a low-budget trip comes at a high price point. It's possible to visit New York City for less than $1,000 per week. However, it will be more of a no-frills experience and include more free activities like Central Park and Washington Square Park.

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Yes it's enough. Many people spend far less than that. Some people spend more. You will just have to be mindful of your expenses, especially at bars and restaurants.

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