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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9.9 Miles
75% 323 votes
Beaches Brightwater Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11235 MoreLess Info
More than just an oceanfront community, Brighton Beach, is home to the largest native Russian community in the United States. Visitors are treated to an extraordinary beach with stunning views, a wide sandy beach and gentle surf.
9.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 406 Main Street, Fort Lee, NJ 7024 MoreLess Info
At Fort Lee Baduk, visitors can compete with others at the ancient board game of Weiqi, or Go. Admission for the day includes the use of game pieces and equipment, as well as unlimited playing sessions.
9.9 Miles
17% 48 votes
Bowling 3005 Whitestone Expy, Flushing, NY 11354 MoreLess Info
A 48-lane bowling center, Whitestone Lanes offers open and league bowling along with private party and event hosting. The center provides a pro shop, a full bar, flat-screen televisions and a snack bar with food and drinks.
10.0 Miles
73% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 360-394 Springfield Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 12 auditoriums, CityPlex 12 Newark displays first-run feature films using digital projection and surround sound. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, a party room and a concession area with food and drinks.
10.1 Miles
92% 12 votes
Parks Fletcher Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 MoreLess Info
Constitution Park is composed of almost six acres of land which are frequently used for music concerts and movie presentations during the summer. Facilities within the park include softball fields, a children's playground, patio with seating tables, and a walking track.
10.5 Miles
31% 29 votes
Movie Theaters 2474 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10303 MoreLess Info
United Artists Theatre plays the latest movies with digital projection in their stadium seating theaters. Their tickets can be purchased online and presented at the theater in printed or mobile form.
10.6 Miles
100% 8 votes
Specialty Museums 149-19 38th Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354 MoreLess Info
The Voelker Orth Museum is a small historical museum focused on preserving and educating the public on the cultural and horticultural heritage of Flushing. Attractions include various historical memorabilia and a well maintained Victorian era garden and bird sanctuary.
10.7 Miles
28% 78 votes
Movie Theaters 405 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ 07014 MoreLess Info
Playing the latest releases, AMC Clifton Commons 16 offers movies in IMAX, RealD 3D, and digital projection. It shows a mix of blockbuster and independent films. It also has individual kiosks where tickets can be purchased with a touch screen.
10.7 Miles
97% 31 votes
Parks 2400 Hudson Ter, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 MoreLess Info
While the Palisades Interstate Park Commission covers several parks and recreational sites, it is most known for several hiking trails. There are over 30 miles of paths within the main park which can accommodate everyone from beginners to advanced hikers.
10.7 Miles
63% 8 votes
Beaches Father Capadanno Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306 MoreLess Info
With views out onto the Atlantic Ocean, Midland Beach lets visitors walk along the shoreline, play in its surf, and wade in the ocean. Facilities at the beach include baseball fields, playgrounds, and shuffle ball courts.
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