20 things to do in New York for under $5

New York is a wonderful place to visit, but it is also an expensive city. However, there are many attractions you can enjoy for cheap. Here is a list of 20 things to do that cost less than $5.

Upright Citizens Brigade
This is the place to go, have a beer and watch a comedic performance for cheap in New York.

The Samsung 837
Here you can take a virtual tour for free, but you can also have snacks and drinks.

Go to museums
New York has many museums you can see for free during certain days and hours.

The Tram
Take a ride through the city in this cable car for only $2.75.

Browse stores
New York is full of shopping options, but window shopping is totally free. Stroll the New York streets and see what you can find.

Walk the High Line
This elevated park is the perfect attraction and it costs nothing to visit it. You will get to see the city from a height and take some pictures.

Sightseeing
New York has many streets and places you may want to discover, and a walk is always free.

General Grant National Memorial
This large mausoleum is the ideal place to go if you are looking for monuments you can see for cheap.

Brooklyn Bridge
This famous bridge appeared in many movies and is an important New York attraction.

The Staten Island Ferry
The ride is free and will take you through the city’s most important points.

Central Park
This huge park offers many free events all throughout the year, and it is all free to check out. Here you can also take a morning run.

Di Fara Pizza
This famous pizza place is something you need to check out during your trip. The pizza slices sell for $5, and you may have to wait in a long line.

Times Square
If you go to Times Square, you can people watch and enjoy the electric atmosphere of this place.

Be on a live show
Many famous shows need an audience, and you can get to be on TV for free or less than $5.

Eat dim sum
Go to Chinatown in order to enjoy a plate of dim sum for $5 or less.

The Brooklyn Promenade
The promenade offers great views over the city, and is free to visit. You will have something cool to show your friends back home.

Egg cream
You can’t leave New York without trying the famous egg cream at least once.

Katz Delicatessen
Although the treats cost more than, one sandwich will be enough to feed 2 or 3 people, so check it out.

Madame Vivien V’s bordello
You can watch an amazing show at Bizarre Bushwick for less than $5 if you buy your ticket online, even though it is sold for $10 at the entrance.

Flux Factory
Many events and art performances are taking place here, and all of them are free to attend. Flux Factory is situated on Long Island City.