Prices in New York City
Hotel prices aside, New York is not as expensive as you might think. Find out general prices and calculate what budget you need before your visit to this iconic city.
Prices in the Big Apple, apart from hotels, are not as expensive as you may think.
Some examples of different costs
Here are some examples of New York prices so that you can plan your budget accordingly:
Food and drink
- Hot dog in a street stall: US$ 3
- Pizza slice: US$ 3.50
- Dinner for two people in a standard restaurant without wine: minimum US$ 40
Transport
- Single Ride ticket for the Subway: US$ 2.90
- 7-Day Unlimited Pass for the Subway: US$ 33
- Taxi from the JFK Airport: US$ 52 + tolls and other expenses, a total of approximately US$ 75
Accommodation
- Double room in a hotel in the center of New York City: Approximately US$ 150 per night
Tourist attractions
- Tickets to a Broadway musical: From US$ 60
- Visiting a museum or a monument: Between US$ 10 and US$ 20
- The New York Pass: From US$ 154
Tips
As in all other U.S. cities, tips make up most of the workers’ salaries in New York City, thus it is important to tip. If the restaurant does not include the tip in the bill (most establishments do now), the normal tip is between 20% and 30% of the total value of the bill. Tipping when taking a taxi is also expected.