Free & Cheap Things to Do in New York City, NY

  • The list below includes 608 free or cheap things to do in or near New York City, New York, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Parks, Architectural Buildings and Dance Clubs.
  • From Central Park to Bryant Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New York City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Staten Island, Queens, Brooklyn and Bronx.
  • The list below includes 608 free or cheap things to do in or near New York City, New York, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Parks, Architectural Buildings and Dance Clubs.
  • From Central Park to Bryant Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New York City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Staten Island, Queens, Brooklyn and Bronx.
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Mediterranean and Asian favorites go vegan. Try the grilled nama gori tofu for dinner or the apple cinnamon waffles for brunch.
2.3 Miles
90% 420 votes
Movie Theaters 136 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11249 MoreLess Info
An independent theater, Nitehawk Cinema screens a variety of movies, ranging from current Hollywood movies to classics, cult films, and art house and foreign offerings. The theater also features a restaurant and bar.
2.3 Miles
100% 17 votes
Parks McWilliams Pl, 8th Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 MoreLess Info
Located in a historic area of New Jersey, Hamilton Park is a large green space with multiple amenities. It features tennis courts, a playground, basketball courts, and open spaces. The park also has an area reserved for dogs.
2.3 Miles
89% 148 votes
Movie Theaters 30 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217 MoreLess Info
As a performing arts center, BAM Rose Cinemas hosts a wide range of events to attend, including film screenings, acrobatics, opera, and more. The cinema also has showings for a mix of independent and classic films on its four screens.
2.5 Miles
94% 35 votes
Farms & Ranches Red Hook, NY MoreLess Info
Locals enjoy Greig Farm for the ability to pick their own produce. The farm offers memberships for those who visit regularly and host holiday events throughout the year including pumpkin picking and summer berry picking.
2.5 Miles
100% 8 votes
Parks 401 Willow Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030 MoreLess Info
Church Square Park is a neighborhood park featuring multiple playgrounds for children. The park also maintains basketball and tennis courts, a dog park, and a picnic pavilion. The park is also located near several shops and restaurants.
2.6 Miles
96% 28 votes
Art Gallery 49 Harrison Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 MoreLess Info
Founded in 2011, Barsky Gallery is a contemporary art gallery featuring works from a number of different artists from the region and beyond. The gallery is also available for rental events, such as wedding celebrations and private art exhibitions.
2.7 Miles
78% 141 votes
Food Tours Hoboken, NJ 07030 MoreLess Info
Some of the most authentic Italian gourmet food is showcased through the Mangia Hoboken! The Hoboken Food & Culture Tour. Guests will walk through the city of Hoboken and get behind-the-scene looks at several prominent eateries while tasting some of their best foods.
2.8 Miles
98% 348 votes
National & State Parks 4-09 47th Road, Long Island City, NY 11101 MoreLess Info
With over 12 acres of lush and comfortable riverside views, Gantry Plaza State Park is a favorite among locals. With a walking path along four of the park's piers and a seating area looking upon midtown Manhattan, there is plenty to look at.
2.8 Miles
99% 96 votes
Dog Park Sinatra Dr, Hoboken, NJ 07030 MoreLess Info
Pier C Park is unique among family parks. Features of the park include a fishing pier, play area for children, water play area, promenade, and a rookery for the birds of the area.
2.8 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks Grand St & 9th Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 MoreLess Info
Columbus Park is a small park located in uptown Hoboken that contains two playgrounds on the west end of its grounds. Other amenities include a half-basketball court and three individually gated, lighted tennis courts.
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