15 Ways Tourists Keep WASTING MONEY in NYC!

[@HereBeBarr]

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[@jr23kid]

So for the holiday stuff use Groupon. We got rockette tickets like 5 rows from the front the 29th of December a few years back for like 25 bucks a person. Only thing is that these tickets will not be refunded or changed if something happens like Covid. But we got two tickets for under 50 bucks and great seats.

[@garnettbrown]

Tourist should take the uber everywhere. Do not take the subways. Its not worth it. Ive lived in NYC for over 45 yrs. I know. If a tourist paid a flight or train ride here, dont go cheap with the subway. Pay the damn money for private transport.

[@foodwithjerry]

Another tip: If you want to do a boat ride and see the Statue of Liberty you can take the Staten Island Ferry which is free :)

[@CaribbeanLounger]

I found your channel when my wife and I were in Manhattan a couple of weeks ago! Can't tell you how valuable your information and suggestions were! We not only saved money and saw a ton, but we put some serious miles on our shoes each day!

[@marylai3555]

Yes, took your advice last year and took the Long Island Railroad to Manhattan. Saved a ton! Thank you!!

[@lu-wz1fk]

Headed to NY solo in 9 days. Your videos are perfect. I’m so overwhelmed but super excited! Feel so un prepared with my ‘to do list’, at this point I’m going to wing it 😂

[@jk1983]

I've winged it solo two times in the last two years. Best thing I've ever done.

[@kamiloos4393]

I was solo in NYC in June, one piece of advice if You don't want to be bothered by street scam etc - wear a headphones. It may limit your experience with locals but I found it very useful in touristy areas not to be bothered by anyone ;)

[@mykellacarter7322]

1:50 i recently came into JFK and took the airtrain to Jamaica station and caught the LIRR to GCT was much cheaper and faster

[@georgelee305]

I took a yellow cab from JFK to Time Square,the driver could tell that we were out of towners. Our bill came to 62 dollars and i gave a 100 note and instead of giving me all the change she says how much i need back,this took by surprise and i said all of it.

[@MagellanandGreyhound]

Besides my feet, subways are the best. The rooftop bars for major hotels are pretty underrated too, and also usually not crowded. Hot dogs around Grand Central beware too - $10 variety. Also congrats on 500k.

[@JoseFlores-kl6jm]

Jon thank you for being consistent with your KZbin videos. During the Memorial Day weekend I finally caught a show on Broadway and it was life changing.

[@sarah-phillips]

Ha! Used my comment! We watched a ton of your videos before our vacation and we found the subway pizza place and we also went to Beast & Butterflies as a part of the trip! The rooftop bar wasn't open to dine but you could still go out there to look around. Totally agree: the view from there is awesome (got some epic night time photos) and the desserts are pretty good. Our West Coast kids got a kick out of seeing where the ball drops. Thanks for all your videos - they're such a help in planning even if you've been to the city before. Edited to add: our kids also really wanted to go to Katz's and thanks to your video on it, we knew to share sandwiches. They're huge!

[@dtjanasiak]

I don’t even know how many of your videos we watched before we when to NYC. But I gotta say thanx because you saved us a TON of money by following your tips and advice!!!!! So much valuable information!!! Thanx again!!!!

[@driftrrguy1823]

Me and my wife and 3 kids just went to NY last month. Let me say your videos are extremely informative and helpful. I was so nervous going. But had an amazing experience. We didn’t get to do everything we wanted to but are planning on coming back. Had some great pizza. Go to Billy’s box dog cart let me just say best dog I have ever had. If your going to New York highly recommend this guys videos. Thank you for your content!!!!

[@suefitz2498]

Great advice Jon ❤. The public transport issues are challenging if you can’t walk very well. One underestimated way is to use buses if you can get up onto it. I know it’s slower sometimes, but you do get to see a lot of the local sights you’d miss otherwise. The hop on/hop off bus is great too if you can’t use the subway, I used it to move from one end of Manhattan to the other, hopping in and off as needed. Keep up the great work ❤❤❤

[@hassanalihusseini1717]

Yes, I love to use the coach services in a town. Exactly as you said: You can see a lot more than when taking the underground. Sometimes I take a random bus and go around where it is taking me.

[@hyperroma]

Me and my family returned a week ago from seven day trip to NY. Thanks to your tips the journy was pleasant and not really expensive. We ordered one Broadway show a months ago, just to be sure we're having a good seats. Next day we saw a second show, but this time we bought tickets from the theater box office on the show day for $50. The seats were meh, as we expected, and half of the stage was blocked, but we could switch seats after break and enjoyed the rest. What was disappointing are food carts. The food was not inviting, and the most of all their generators are annoying. They mostly generate pollution as of the air as of the sound. The noise is unbearable. But the rest of the trip was pure fun. Thanks again

[@JohnnyAngel8]

I had a discussion with a restaurant manager about my dislike of waitstaff standing beside me while I select a tip amount on their electronic billing pad. I think tipping is personal and requires time to reflect on the service, not a time to feel rushed, with eyes looking over my shoulder. The manager agreed, saying that was not supposed to happen. He promised to speak to his staff to remind them not to do it but to leave the pad with the customer, then return later to collect it. It's hard to ask for privacy when it isn't a usual request but I'm learning.

[@eliasw6474]

Bumped into Jon before in NYC back in 2022 and he was an awesome friendly guy who gave so many valuable tips for my first trip to NYC! Really happy for him reaching 500k subscribers!

[@samadlam7288]

Going to New York for 6 nights next month. Did get an attraction pass but for 6 attractions over the course of our atay. This should give us time to use it, whilst seeing less 'touristy' spots.

[@Will-hi6we]

Great videos as always helpful ,these videos were massive help for our first trip we’ve already booked to go again ,we would highly recommend using Frankie legs for a tour round Central Park great guy ,and using the subway is a must for anyone wanting to get around nyc quick just be vigilant and plan where you want to go for a couple from the uk ,NYC can be daunting but you’ll be surprised where you can save money from these tips ..keep the videos coming we love seeing and learning of new places we could go to 👍👍👍

[@barblarkin2733]

Definitely taking your advice since I will be visiting New York City very soon.

[@daviddawes293]

I love this guys videos. Unlike that cash Jordan dude who used to do great NYC videos but now does gloom and doom content and gaslights by photoshopping his thumbnails to make it look like things here are worse than it really is..

[@Ethan_Albin]

Yes. Jordan is the worst 💯

[@Airjet2582]

Was there a reason why he changed his content?

[@salustianoberrios405]

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[@daviddawes293]

@@Airjet2582 yeah.. he did one of those videos and it got a lot of views.( mostly from people outside of the city who already hate new York) and since then he’s been on a tear with hit pieces on the city..

[@edercortes1960]

Aww Jordan Sold out …that sucks I used to love his channel

[@emilyboller7588]

We did a Hop On, Hop Off bus when we visited 7 years ago because we found a "great" deal on Groupon. We enjoyed seeing parts of the city we hadn't yet walked too, but found even the discounted price wasn't worth it. We took a tour that included a pre-recorded audio description of the history of the buildings and significant landmarks we were seeing on the tour. However, the audio doesn't account for delays due to traffic and we ended up about 1-2 blocks behind what was being described on the audio. We also found that the traffic noise drowned out the audio. We ended up ditching the audio portion about halfway through and just enjoyed the sights. A better option is using Free Tours by Foot (a pay what you want tour group). We took 5 tours in four days with them and found them to be extremely informative and by far the best way to see the city. For some reason we were the only Americans on the majority of our tours, but we didn't mind.

[@jaanzaz2000]

My husband and I took our first trip to NYC in 1998 and took the Hop On/Off tour. At that time they had real people on the buses doing the narration. We did the downtown tour (42nd Street to the Financial District and back) and loved the older guy talking about everything. He was obviously a New Yorker and had opinions!!! We thought it was worth the money (I forget how much) because we saw a lot of the city on what was a short vacation.

[@mizzmac7273]

Thank you for all your super useful advice. I just booked my 5 night trip for next year, my very first time to the states one thing i will say is the holding deposit you need to put down for most hotels in midtown on top of the resort fees, I did take the initiative to contact the hotel directly for this. Wanted to be prepared as it is $100 per night =$500 and although you get that back it wont until after your holiday so good to know for budgets

[@ErvaNegra]

Congrats on 500k subscribers!

[@maril1379]

Excellent advice thanks. from a native NYC person. Pastrami Queen is good Kosher.

[@Lyons_T-BAG]

Congratulations on 500K Jon. I'm delighted for you. Hope all is well & great video. As for the observation decks as someonw whos dreamed of being in NYC since I was a kid. My 1st place would be the empire state building & I know you cant see it when you're inside it. But just being able to look back on photos of NYC videos ect & I see that Empire State Building. Being able to say "I was in that" would make it my number 1 observation deck to choose.

[@colt45Cal]

Perfect timing, we leave for NYC in 8 days, thanks!

[@netherfield2000]

I find it interesting that you recommend Canal St. For souvenir shopping. I generally avoid that area unless i am looking for knock-off purses. Back in the day, they would try to get people into vans to go to sketchy warehouses for counterfit goods. Not sure if that's still a thing.

[@HereBeBarr]

Just a few shops there I like not the street stuff. Shirts mugs and magnet type stuff

[@giancarlocarlo1407]

Thanks for the great video! Keep up the good work!

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks for watching!

[@mk13902]

I would say that being from the Chicago area helped with my first trip to New York City last month. Taking the subway everywhere was a no brainer and it’s way more efficient than Chicago’s L lines. I can’t imagine not taking the subway everywhere in future NYC trips.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Very good tips here. Cheers, Jon!

[@tdadp]

I’m a fan of the M60 to N train for the elevator.. & the air train to JFK and LIIRR.

[@johnsamoilis6379]

Even the MTA bus routes that arent free at LGA are also great options because you get a free transfer with tap to pay or a metrocard swipe at at subway station

[@Marvel_Polaris]

Yes, the food will get YOU 😋 you're ether gonna lesser or more depending on where you're eating. #HereBeBarr 👨‍👩‍👦😊

[@josephcallahan4168]

Excellent video!

[@yugioht42]

I can finish a katz’ deli sandwich in one sitting which is oddly rare. I don’t do it all the time just as a treat. Me and my brother order a large pizza at places as it keeps costs down and we split it. Korean bbq places usually is a set menu of the right portion. Just look around and you’ll understand how to do it.

[@adambuesser6264]

Love your videos. Also, What to expect when arriving at a cruise terminal? I will be leaving from NJ to NY for a family cruise.

[@kamiloos4393]

Your channel was very useful when I was planning my trip to NYC. I spent 8 great days in the city in June, used subway all the time, grab a burger in 7th street burgers and didnt have a single problem with safety or something like this. Expensive, but great city, I will go back for sure in the future ;) especially that I visited everyhink Ive wanted from tourist side so I will be much more free next visit ;)

[@pattih3162]

I'm glad you mentioned the Pedicabs. One of the best, in my opinion, is GoHybrid NYC. He's been in business for over 20 years and Prince is an amazing guy. I think you should do a video on Pedicabs and include him!

[@tdadp]

The subway isn’t that bad but it could be safer but you need to have head on swivel and not on the phone ..

[@CraaigMaac94]

Hey I visited in January for the first time from Scotland and I must say your vids helped so much! Great work, keep it going man 👌

[@abdulrafaysoomro]

II've been in NYC for a month now and have always used the subway. I commute between Brooklyn and Manhattan almost daily and have never felt unsafe. Bottom line: subways are the best.

[@JacobTarzi]

4 days into my first trip to ny, thanks for these tips

[@frednich9603]

I've never used a taxi or uber from LGA. The q70 is fine, but II still wish there was a ferry from LGA, either to the city or at the very least extend the Astoria MTA line so it connects to the water.

[@HereBeBarr]

Yes that be nice

[@jameswadley7291]

Thanks for the great video, Jon! Serious question - when you go to Katz, can you ask them them to put a half portion of pastrami on your sandwich? (Still offering to pay full price of course). Or will they be offended? Or will it upset their carving system? It's not so much the price, I just don't want to waste so much food, as one sandwich looks like it will be way too big for me.

[@HereBeBarr]

i think you can order a half with soup? they have some combos i believe can avoid a full.

[@hassanalihusseini1717]

Why you don't take the full portion and ask for a doggy bag for the other half? Win-Win for you: Saving money for your next meal.

[@jameswadley7291]

@@HereBeBarr Ahh! Good to know, thanks! I'll investigate. It's looks delicious, I can't wait to try it. Thanks for replying :)

[@jameswadley7291]

@@hassanalihusseini1717 Yep, good idea! Thanks for your suggestion - appreciate you replying :)

[@jerseypup]

You absolutely do not have to just accept tipping. If a tip is tacked onto the bill automatically, it must be noted on the menu. Otherwise, you don't have to tip at all, definitely not at a coffee shop or for takeout. Also, food is actually not that expensive in the city. Most of those expensive midtown restaurants are for tourists who don't know any better. Just like the hotels, get out of the midtown bubble for much better food at a fraction of the price.

[@hassanalihusseini1717]

Yes that tipping business is very confusing in the USA, especially when you live in a country (like I do) where tipping is not very common (only sometimes in tourist areas).

[@yugioht42]

I tend to Uber to manhattan from LaGuardia. It’s flat rate. Taxis are ridiculous as it’s $50 plus tax and tip so really like $75 total, it was a huge shock the first time I took the taxi. Well $50 the first time I went to nyc as the rates have gone up so hence the Uber swap.

[@rafi-ot4uw]

Wow I’m super early, love the content keep it up! ❤

[@Yourballix]

Not long back and didn’t pay for the subway once. Do what the locals do and just go through the emergency exit, it’s always open

[@clowchan]

Recently I just did a trip flying to and from JFK and using the various transportations was super easy (this includes using Metro North to get to Grand Central) I even had heavy luggage and it went smoothly. I will add if you have a big suit case you may not be able to fit it between seats and you'll have to stand from GCS to Jamaica. But it's only 20 minutes. That's it

[@John009Doe]

To add about Long Island Railroad. It's a great tip to get it at Jamaica station from JFK but the Airtrain from JFK to Jamaica is 8.50 $ per person. It's still all in all way cheaper than any taxi/uber.

[@jacks1105]

I absolutely loved my time in NYC, such an amazing city! I loved it so much I am going for a second time this year! 🗽😍

[@scottcunningham4146]

Am I expected to tip door staff whenever i enter/leave somewhere?

[@GunPlayGamingTv]

Never tip at fast food places even if your feel obligated, thats new and I never do it. Only tip at sit down restaurants or bars

[@saulgoodman2018]

If you do take a carriage ride. Make sure the horse(driver? rider?), didn't feed it Beef-A-Reeno.

[@varunaX]

#12 id disagree with cause i was surprised how much free, super fast, wifi there was all around midtown and in the subway. i never needed to roam or anything and was still connected almost always

[@Skammerd]

Anybody sitting down for breakfast in NYC is screwing up their trip badly. Bagel or BEC.

[@bjmurray1842]

I was in NYC a few weeks ago to see Cabaret, so found myself way too close to Rockefeller Ctr. I just hopped on a city bus downtown. Good views of stuff that I didn't want to be in, but was fine with seeing. AC, cheap, gets you where you want to go.

[@douggray169]

Great Video

[@AnnGerrish]

Beast & Butterfly is great. We went for a coffee and even though it was during the hotel breakfast time and busy they were very welcoming and I think it was about $4 for a coffee for unlimited refills

[@clifford7594]

Beast & Butterflies for a drink? Definitely go to Gallagher's Steak House next door for dinner, and they have a damn good bar there too.

[@bchantharath]

lyfts & uber are only worth it if it evens out to $3 per person in the car

[@danmrkfrandsen598]

I just lost over 100 dollars with Viator, the tickets to circle boat tour did not work, så had to buy 2 new then we got to circle cruise. but Viator will nok refund my. so was a very expensive cruise around the island. :(

[@bhismilinirampersad3360]

Thanks Jon 😊👍🇹🇹

[@stevebradley704]

In the early 80s my grandmother (from UK) visited for three months. First day, she went to a deli and ordered a chicken salad. It lasted her 3 days. Crazy portions.

[@leekalgae3849]

never wasting money in nyc again thanks to mr. barr

[@valentinfuentes4349]

Well everytime I visit NY, I have my Metro Card handy and take the bus from Laguardia and jump on the Train in Astoria or Jackson Heights( depending what I am in the mood to eat) no need to take cabs and spend on them. Take the train and or walk. Save yourself alot of money by doing it.( late at night well prob safer cab and also trains run slower)

[@nancybell5940]

Your advise about walking instead of taking a hop on hop off bus makes sense if you do not have a disability or if you are not travels a senior with limited mobility. I would like to see a video with tourist advice on sightseeing in NY for traveling with seniors or people with disabilities. For instance the subway sounds like a good idea, however I have only seen stairs to get into them. I am traveling with my 81 year old mother who uses a walker/rollator and also cannot do more than a few steps on a staircase, so I don’t even know if we can use the subway instead of an Uber.

[@asgads]

coming from germany tipping is normal for us. usually rounded up +1. E.g. 22,50 = 24 Euro. but it it shouldn´t be forced, digital and I expect the waiter to get the tip, not the restaurant. seeing a bill with a tipping line gives goosebumps in a bad way

[@Epupify]

I once was charged 40 bucks for a gyro, a chicken on rice and two beverages in a halal cart in Midtown.

[@HereBeBarr]

owch

[@Epupify]

@@HereBeBarr Yeah, right after i felt I couldn't believe how I never thought of looking for the price list or asking for prices beforehand. And it took me a fair amount of days to find on your videos this is common occurence. Not sure if that should've helped make me feel less dumb about it but it did 😅

[@jaimerosado3896]

Lifelong NYC resident here. I have to disagree with you about staying away from the horse carriages. And seriously: riding through Central Park on a pedicab? It’s more of an experience to rent and actually ride a bike around Central Park yourself. (The fact that the last few winters have been mild is not comforting.)

[@whiskerwalks]

Speaking of souvenirs...I noticed the people selling the fake handbangs and other products have increased prob by a multiple of 6-8 times. Often literally no room to walk on the sidewalk...

[@robertpalatsky5017]

Honestly, you're so much better off taking the subway or walking to places. So much easier, and you're not getting stuck in city traffic. Also, as far as food, I much prefer street food, Usually cheaper and quicker than a restaurant and probably more unique experience in my opinion. I also have friends that live in the City so I always ask for spots where locals go.

[@GuilhermeDornelas]

I`m going to NYC in a few days (I`m brazilian), to stay there for only 2 days. For sure these are the best tips ever!

[@Grittyfifty]

best tips thanks

[@koumoutsa1]

Your videos make me wanna visit NYC for 2nd time...

[@brayanbarreramtaproductions]

As A New Yorker I Can See Mamy Tourists Make Mistakes A Lot There

[@shsu7426]

I was turned off from visiting NYC this summer because of watching too many of the Cash Jordan videos. But, will go during Christmas break, and hopefully it’s relatively safe to take the subway alone at night in manhattan?

[@sandygenier795]

I LOVE NY and have been many times during my lifetime but unfortunately, starting to be not worth it ( for me). The off season room costs, increasing restaurant costs, subway unlimited ticket went up.....one thing after another. Unfortunately, had to stop going.😢

[@tdadp]

There is nothing better than getting an egg sandwich and people watching along with a slice or dog

[@livrforlax01]

My favorite roof top bars are actually at the club quarters hotels in nyc.

[@MsBeyonce06]

I paid $20 for a Philly cheesecake and fried chicken with french fries from a cart on 46th and Broadway... To me that was a decent deal and it was filling The person was nice.

[@qm5776]

I love your videos

[@willemvanriet7160]

I ordered a hot dog with bacon near the MET and after walking away some distance notice no bacon. Went back and the vendor treated me like I did something wrong. Slapped a crappy niece on his grid for a few seconds then put the cold piece inside my dog and rudely handed it back. Was NOT impressed. Seemed on purpose and he was grumpy he didn’t get away with it

[@maximinoblas1171]

What a jerk 🙄 don't buy a hot dog from that narcissist again 😳

[@paulkenny7701]

Had my credit card scammed for a 1000 dollars last time I was there 2 years ago ,had to be the hotel we stayed in that did it.

[@sleeplessinmiami1503]

Oh no!Were you ever refunded?

[@rexhua4833]

You should be a consultant for newcomers, students (universities) and expatriates (business). Thank you.

[@2007cgarza]

While getting on the Staten Island Ferry this weekend I got a kick out of passing someone selling tickets. It's free. :P

[@Britishcanuk]

Nyc is just a newer version of London but with ruder people.

[@queenwinkle]

Best months to visit NYC?

[@travelandeats8518]

Was in nyc last night from jfk flew to Jamaica solo trip.

[@spadeespada9432]

I remember going into the city in the days of Koch. First, tipping. A tip is 10%. Anything more you're being generous or stupid. I used to work for Tips, so I know the math. And even in the early 2000s, with 10% tips, I could come out of pocket at $1,200 a month and still have spending money. Working at a small local pizza place doing deliveries. If 10% ain't enough work better, have the owner raise prices.

[@121476]

Some of these are good but also some are bad. People want to enjoy their vacation. Not penny pinch their way to a miserable time. My point is 90% of your costs are going to be your flight and hotel. Might as well spend an extra 5% to actually have a good time

[@bobikdylan]

Where are those souvenirs made? I had to laugh when you said Chinatown was the best place to buy them.

[@HansHageman-n5r]

Thanks for the video! Wondering if you could do one about weed. I don’t know if you smoke weed, but we got a pre-rolled joint from one of those vans in Times Square a year or so ago. It cost $40 (a rip off!) and the weed was beat. I even asked in advance if it was CBD or Delta-9 or some other “fake” weed, but the guy insisted it was real. There are a lot of dispensaries in NYC now. We are from Philly so we usually bring out own from home on the train, but tourists from outside the area might not feel comfortable taking it onto a plane so would need to buy some in town and not want to pay too much or get a product that isn’t any good.

[@HereBeBarr]

definitley not my expertise, but i'm sure IG/tiktok has something on this.

[@remconet]

Please use chapters.

[@paulmakin6764]

Heading to NY in 2 weeks so doing my homework

[@David-bz1ou]

NYC always pay for your convenience

[@saskiapanter]

Are you as a tourist obligated to give an additional tip, when you see there is already tip momey added to my bill? Me personally, I would say no. I already tip, I'm not gonna double tip. Sorry

[@yaowsers77]

Lol when your eyes are bigger than your stomach. I used to be able to eat so much. As i get older, i can't. I'm all for the concept of you can always order more. And if you think you're going to eat in Chinatown, bring cash. A lot of places are cash only. If you're in times square looking for a good hot dog, John's famous hot dogs. Know that $3 that John says is the median. The more touristy the area, the higher the cost. But it should not be higher than $5. Yikes, even that's pretty high.

[@tonyzuco6144]

Take a subway in New York? No thanks... Actually, I would be caught dead going to NYC, so there's that.

[@cindys1819]

There are scores of serious UNREPORTED Incidents daily on the subways

[@maddog6620]

You are cool 😎