How much does it cost to visit New York City?

You may have noticed that plane tickets to New York are sometimes not that expensive, provided of course you choose the right time to go there! On the other hand, it must be recognized that the cost of living in New York City is relatively high. There are many temptations in the heart of Manhattan, so it is best to plan your budget before leaving to avoid unpleasant surprises.

New York price criteria that blow up your budget

If it is very complicated to establish a standard budget for visiting New York, it is simply because the price of your stay can quickly go from 0 to 60 according to certain criteria.

The time of year: The prices of flights and accommodation fluctuate greatly depending on the month of the year. If the budget for your trip to New York is very tight, we recommend that you give priority to the months of January, February and March. On the other hand, the school holidays as well as the Christmas and New Year period are the most popular and therefore the most expensive.
The type of accommodation: The comfort level of your hotel and its geographical location also have significant consequences on its price. Of course, the closer you are to the center of Manhattan, the more the prices soar!
The activities planned on site: Finally, the activities you plan to do on site also obviously have an impact on the price of your trip. The more tours, restaurants, bars, shows, and shopping you do, the higher your expenses will be.

Living costs in New York

The price of the trip

Let's begin with the trip itself. For the cheapest periods, it is possible to find a flight as low as €200 per person. On the other hand, for the most popular moments of the year, the price can quickly reach €1000 for a round trip per traveler.

The cost of accommodations

While the price of accommodations in New York City varies throughout the year, the most economical solution is a hostel or homestay. Under these conditions, outside of Manhattan, it is quite possible to find a place to stay for €30 per person per night. If you choose a hotel near Manhattan, that is to say in Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens or New Jersey, plan instead a minimum of €120 per room and per night. In the heart of Manhattan, the most affordable hotels are generally €250 per night, up to several thousand euros for the most prestigious rooms.

New York City transportation

There are several ways to reach central Manhattan from the airport. The cheapest transfer (Airtrain + metro) costs around €15 per person round-trip, while a traditional yellow taxi journey costs around €55. Once there, the unlimited 7-day Metrocard costs €30.

Meals and attractions costs

The cost of meals in New York

Prices for meals, again, vary widely: A simple hot dog costs around €3. A meal in a fast-food restaurant runs about €7-10. A meal in a typical restaurant runs between €18-25. Top restaurants, meanwhile, can charge far more exorbitant prices.

The price of New York City attractions

To save money and visit as many things as possible at the best price, we recommend that you get a New York City Pass for €125. It includes entry to 6 must-see attractions, saving you up to 44%. During tourist season, it is also a very convenient for skipping the line to save time.

For the extras, plan about €50-100 per person to attend an NBA game, €15 for a baseball game and more than €100 for an American football game. For a musical on Broadway, expect to pay a minimum of €70-80 per person. The essential helicopter flight over New York costs €200 per passenger. The shopping sessions in the heart of Times Square, meanwhile, already promise to heat up your bank card!

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