See, I wanna do everything: fine dining for at least one day in Manhattan; eat out 3-5 times, especially in Manhattan (my grandma will mainly cook at home for me, so money for food is pretty much unnecessary); I might go to all the attractions (i.e. the Met, a Yankees game) and maybe to Coney Island; eat in my hometown in Connecticut and also in New Jersey (I'm renting a car, so I don't need transportation money). Also, I want to go shopping, but not too much, and I'm not buying makeup and I plan to get some jewelry, purse(s) and shoes. So, how much money should I bring with me? Is $500 too little or do I need at least $1,000?
2006-06-06 05:41:28 · 8 answers · asked by barbaraspice 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ New York City
more than you can ever dream of
2006-06-06 05:43:46 · answer #1 · answered by Black Fedora 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First of all - I don't know why everyone is talking about getting mugged. I have lived here for 9 1/2 years and have not only never been mugged - I don't know anyone who has.
Let common sense prevail - don't go to dark unpopulated areas - just like anywhere else you live or travel.
That said - it is always wisest to use a credit card and spend very little in cash. If you are driving, parking will not be cheap, but you can use a credit card to pay. Almost all restaurants (definitely not all) take credit cards.
If this is a once in lifetime type trip for you, don't worry about how much money you spend. Be smart about taking public transportation - parking is so expensive here - and at Shea and Yankee Stadium - forget about it... Be careful at Coney Island. It's not terribly unsafe - just a little sketchy is all. Definitely use your credit card for shopping. Don't buy anything you could buy at home - the tax here is 8.375%
Have fun!
2006-06-06 07:08:16 · answer #2 · answered by dzazzy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT waste your time going into the Statue of Liberty. Took us almost 5 hours to get to go inside, then, we were done in 10 mins.
I would bring $100 a day with you, and some extra luggage. That's a good way to plan for NYC. Really, have an ATM card, a credit card, and about $100 cash on hand. You can always go get more cash from a SAFE ATM machine. Some things you want to charge though, be a lot easier for you.
2006-06-06 05:47:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd take 2 grand...if 1 thousand is all you can afford, take it, but keep some in several locations so that if you are mugged, the thief can't get it all in one whack.
2006-06-06 05:48:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your going to New York City, someone will pick your pocket or mug you, so don't bring much.
2006-06-06 05:45:31 · answer #5 · answered by Points whore 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would take a thousand...just to be on the safe side. Have fun in NYC
2006-06-06 05:45:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you're probably gonna need more than a thousand if you're going for 9 days. i would probably take around $1500.
2006-06-06 07:29:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
looking at your wish list, u will easily need over $2,000
2006-06-06 12:52:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋