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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Nomado 33 165 East 33rd Street, New York City, NY MoreLess Info
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2.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Dog Park Frank Sinatra Dr N Near 13th Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 MoreLess Info
Shipyard Dog Park is a private dog run that is located across from Shipyard Park that provides a view overlooking the Hudson River. The park is fenced in and provides dog owners with dog waste bags for clean up.
2.9 Miles
76% 855 votes
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Sports Bars 388 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224 MoreLess Info
Melding together a bar and arcade, Barcade attracts adults looking to revisit the games of their childhood. They have a wide selection of local craft and tap beers, and old school games at $0.25 a pop.
2.9 Miles
84% 425 votes
Breweries 79 North 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211 MoreLess Info
The Brooklyn Brewery, opened in 1987, releases a variety of beers, including the Brooklyn Lager and the Brooklyn Pennant Ale. The location, which has visiting hours for all days of the week, also hosts events like Whopper Wednesdays.
2.9 Miles
88% 43 votes
History Museums 1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 MoreLess Info
Rotating exhibits that concentrate on the various aspects of Hoboken history form the foundation of the Hoboken Historical Museum. Popular displays include the city's contribution to American music, the history of the Hudson River, and art galleries for local artists.
3.0 Miles
94% 896 votes
Walking Tours 419 Lafayette St, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY MoreLess Info
Inside Out Tours offers off the beaten path and hidden history tours of NYC. Their tours highlight establishments that locals frequent and provide visitors with the opportunity to explore the food, history, architecture and culture of New York communities.
3.0 Miles
75% 20 votes
Horse Races East Rutherford, NJ 07073 MoreLess Info
East Rutherford's Meadowlands Racetrack hosts a variety of horse races and harness races. The facility also hosts special events, including live music performances, and features a restaurant that caters gatherings and parties.
3.0 Miles
86% 7 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1 Bowers Street, Jersey City, NJ 07307 MoreLess Info
With views of the New York cityscape, Riverview-Fisk Park provides walking paths, a playground, and benches. On Sundays, the park hosts a farmers market where visitors can purchase fresh produce from local vendors.
3.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 1501 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 7030 MoreLess Info
Harborside Park includes two fenced-in playgrounds for children of different ages, and both feature expansive jungle gyms. There is also a gazebo between the playgrounds and a large fenced-in grassy area for picnics.
3.2 Miles
91% 324 votes
Neighborhoods Brooklyn, NY MoreLess Info
Park Slope is a northwest Brooklyn neighborhood that contains the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music. The location's residents include Laurence Fishburne, David Cross, and Maggie Gyllenhaal.
3.2 Miles
92% 856 votes
National & State Parks at Exit 14B-New Jersey Turnpike Extension, Jersey City, NJ 07305 MoreLess Info
Liberty State Park provides great views of the Statue of Liberty and the New York skyline. The park covers 1,122 acres with about 300 acres landscaped for public use.
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