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Affordable NYC Gems ❤️
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items I fell in love with the city when I started college there, and later met the woman of my dreams 🥰
In that time, I’ve discovered some of the most incredible spots that I’d love to share with you all.
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If you want a completely transcendent experience (just 30 minutes away from time square), you’ve got to visit this museum!
I’ve been a few times, and find myself spending days inside, getting lost in my books at the garden, or drawing the statues ...
The Met Cloisters
The zoo is so big, you can walk around for hours! A must visit.
Bronx Zoo
People say Broadway shows are expensive, but if you look around you can actually find tickets sold at pretty affordable rates. Shows have rush tickets, early bird tickets, and lotteries all the time!
Broadway!!
I’ve been to this bar 3 times and had the absolute time of my life! It’s a historical spot, has incredibly fun bartenders, and Drag Shows (that don’t typically require a minimum).
The Stonewall Inn
Want to see a beautiful view of the Statue of Liberty for free? Just ride the Staten Island Ferry! You can do an entire round trip from Manhattan and back for free! A fare only if you decide to get off at the Staten Island stop.
Staten Island Ferry
One of my favorite places in the city 🥰
Strand Book Store
If you’re a crystal girly you have to visit this place at least once 😍
Rock Star Crystals NYC: Home - Crystal Shop NYC
Just a few blocks away from Time Square, is the wonderful Bryant Park! Full of so many things to do. You can:
-Challenge some Chess Hustlers
-Explore the Market
-Visit The Biggest (and most beautiful) library in the city
-Grab some good food (and ...
Bryant Park
Places To Eat
Great food 🥘
They have HANDS DOWN one of the best bacon egg and cheese sandwiches in the city and use some of the best ingredients. I’ve been here at least 5 times with my wife, when we used to live a few blocks away.
Forever Coffee
You can get an entire box of pizza for 8 bucks or a slice for a buck! Just a few blocks up from time square. I went here many times on my lunch break/and or between classes.
$1.50 Fresh Pizza
Been here a few times. It’s in Bryant Park (the perfect spot for a date ❤️) and worth trying at least once. The ice cream is really rich in flavor, and they have a unique way of making cookies and cream.
Wafels & Dinges
One of me and my wife’s favorite date spots 🥰❤️
Bareburger
While this place is a chain, you can get some pretty good affordable food in the heart of Manhattan (with an amazing view 😍)!
Dallas BBQ Times Square