7. Pay for a Statue of Liberty Tour
Avoid the outrageously priced State of Liberty tours and take the Staten Island ferry instead. The 50 minute round-trip ride passes most of the same sights and is completely free of charge. There’s even food and beverages available on board for purchase.
8. Skip a Museum Because of the Entry Fee
It’s not always overtly advertised, but the entry fee that you see for most of the New York City museums is just a suggested amount. You actually only have to pay what you can afford. So, don’t be discouraged by a high admission price. Just check around to see which museums allow you to pay what you like before skipping it all together.
9. Use an ATM Inside of a Store
Some store owners that don’t accept credit or debit cards provide an ATM inside their shops. However, these machines usually charge a ridiculous fee for users. There is sure to be a bank that does not charge a $5 withdrawal fee within a 2-block radius.
