16 Things to Know Before Visiting NYC | Tips from a Local New Yorker

[@SarahFunky]

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[@georgesantos-jt6me]

I'm going to new York in 2 weeks ,the metro card 26 dolares was for how many days? and is this card good to come from jfk airport to the city on the train ,or the subway goes there,thanks

[@SarahFunky]

Hi George! If you are in NYC for around a week then I actually recommend you get the week pass. It will end up being cheaper. It is $32. If you are coming from JFK you will need to buy the Airtrain ticket. It is $7. This can be purchased at the airport. Follow signs to the Airtrain once you get off your flight and before you enter it you will need to buy the ticket. The subway ticket cannot be used on the Airtrain. More details here: jfkairport.com/#/to-from-airport/air-train

[@georgesantos-jt6me]

I'm going for 4 days all get the week pass I guess,thanks for the information

[@jakabjakab5681]

Sarah Funk what you doing friend 😉

[@Tonixxy]

Sarah Funk hey you have beautiful smile, who is the dentist :) I assume you have, veneers?

[@Kimyxo]

I also live in NY, and I just wanted to say if anyone who’s never been here before is buying a metro card for a week please buy the unlimited. It’s $32 and you’ll be able to ride the train or bus however many times you want throughout that week! And if you don’t know how to work the machines, you could always ask the MTA toll worker to give you a weekly metro card! Hope this helps someone. Have fun!

[@SarahFunky]

I agree with you. I should have said that in the video!

[@ivettecorrea1496]

Hi Kimberly! Im visiting for the 1st time in a month & will have a NYC ( planning for an intensive) layover for 3 days...will this still be a good deal?...I'm looking for staying close to the Penn Station area...will really appreciate your local tips!🙏😉

[@Kimyxo]

Ivette Correa hey Ivette! I think getting a weekly unlimited metro card would still be worth it considering it’s the only option with the least amount of days and you can ride the train as many times needed. One good thing to know about an unlimited metro card is that if you’re going on the train with someone else, they should use a separate metro card since the wait limit to swipe in the same station is 15 minutes. So if you’re swiping for yourself and want to swipe in a loved one right after, you would have to wait 15 minutes. A regular non limited metro card can swipe another person right after you’ve swiped as long as you have the proper amount. Hope this helps!

[@ivettecorrea1496]

@@Kimyxo Thanks a lot Kimberly!🙏👍just by myself!...Boricua?👌

[@Kimyxo]

Ivette Correa oh okay, just as good! I was actually born and raised in NYC but both of my parents are Puerto Rican 😉😂

[@joelweiner4798]

Let me qualify some of these suggestions from a lifelong New Yorker ( more than 60 yrs)... First..If you're staying in the city for at least 7 days, buy an UNLIMITED METRO CARD for $33... You can use this card 24/7 on all subway and bus lines throughout the 5 boroughs. Unlimited is the way to go. Secondly, with respect to restrooms..Your best option is to walk into virtually any HOTEL and seek a restroom ( usually on ground level or 3rd fl ..or just ask.) Most Europeans don't do this in their countries but here in NYC, there is NO PROBLEM ( EVEN IN 5 STAR HOTELS)... Don't be afraid, be confident. Third point...Don't avoid Times Square..it's a pass through selection of streets which includes TKTS where you line up for discount theater tickets next to the red stadium seating area where you can people watch. Avoid the 3 street hustles a) contributing to the "homeless", accepting a signed CD from an aspiring hip hop artist(s) and accepting a gold plated token from fake "Buddhist Monks".. IF ANYONE APPROACHES YOU ANYWHERE, USUALLY IT'S FOR MONEY.. Up to your discretion if you want to give or not... NYC is as inexpensive or expensive as you make it. You can buy everyday items for less at JACK'S DISCOUNT located on 32nd Street between 6th and 7th avenue OR on 40th street between 5th and Madison Ave.. Yes, YELP is a great source for finding restaurants or whatever you're seeking as recommended by New Yorkers and tourists alike. PIZZA- There's no such thing as the best NYC slice...that's personal..BUT from my perspective my choices are a) Bleecker St Pizza at Bleecker St and 7th Ave South b) Prince Street pizza on Prince St off the Bowery c) Joe's off Carmine and 6th Ave close to West 3rd St or at East 14th street off 3rd Avenue d) Two Boots Pizza ( look up their various locations) You can also visit EATALY ( all Italian foods) at 24th st and Broadway OR at 4 WTC . For the real LITTLE ITALY, VISIT ARTHUR AVENUE in the Bronx... Mulberry St downtown is chock full of restaurants catering to tourists...not really an authentic experience. There are too many things for me to suggest here but why not start your experience signing up at www.bigapplegreeter.org about 1 month before arrival. We are New York City residents who volunteer showing visitors around the city for FREE. Be minded that even if you sign up, there's no guarantee you'll get a Greeter BUT if you do, your experience will be rewarding. Check out www.tripadvisor.com for info and more suggestions about anything New York City. I hope this helps...WELCOME TO GOTHAM CITY and the USA...

[@jasminecohenn]

Joel Weiner thx

[@elizabethwebber4247]

David S. Yessss love theses facts from a-born and raised newyork

[@la_girl8531]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@simbam.p.4724]

Joel Weiner this is true we also got family dollar if you really tryna save money

[@samzag]

Joel Weiner thank you 😊

[@colesmith4418]

HUGE disagree to the timesquare tip. If you’re a first timer to NYC, spend LOTS of time there. It is amazing. Sit down, people watch, go shopping, take photos, and PLEASE, go at both day and night.

[@triciaesposito5790]

People don’t listen to Cole here. See Cole spent a lot of time getting played by the guilliani neon lights and didn’t even notice it. Stay out of Times Square unless you want to spend time eating at TGIF. Go out of Times Square and hit Brooklyn, queens, Harlem, and even Staten Island. Do not I repeat do not go to Times Square like Cole here and go home and say you experienced New York...Cole here needs to rebook another ticket my guy

[@colesmith4418]

+Tricia Esposito nah I’m sorry, but I’m going to defend my statement here. I spent two weeks in New York City and it was an absolutely perfect two weeks. I did in fact go to Brooklyn, Staten Island, and many places off of Manhattan. My point is, if you have never been to Times Square, is it quite a magical place upon visiting for the first time. Of course you should not spend all day there, but it is absolutely a must see place in Manhattan. Maybe it is the neon, the lights, the craziness, but it is something that is so incredibly unique to Times Square.

[@triciaesposito5790]

Cole Smith lol time Square is nothing but a made over brothel and dealer spot. I’m glad you spent two weeks in New York Cole...I’ve spent a life time there. There’s nothing magical about time square. It’s only for tourists who think they are having a New York experience without going too far urban you got played if you spent more than 10 minutes of your life in Time Square That’s not New York and doesn’t represent anything to do with this great city. You can recommend time square all you want Cole, but the truth is you had an Instagram version of New York and that’s apparent by you defending your stance on a touristy lame watery suburb friendly fake Elmo waving spot like Times Square

[@triciaesposito5790]

Tim L it’s not for anyone to tell you how to enjoy a city. If I tell you where to go then you are living my life, and experiencing my adventures. Just get lost in every corner of the city and don’t listen to other people. Stay out of Manhattan that’s my advice and go straight to little Italy while you still can. Go to Brooklyn and have good deli, go to queens, go to the Bronx, go to Harlem while it’s still Harlem, go to Staten Island if only to tell people it’s not a forgotten burrow. Get lost in New York and you’ll have your own experience and your own adventure. You guys come on this channel and expect someone from upstate to tell you information on how to live. This girl did the same thing you all are doing when she first moved here. She stuck to hipster cafes and safe zones and is telling you to do the same shit. My advice is you can save money by having a cheap breakfast, lunch at a deli. Eggs with lox, bagel and cream cheese, coffee light and sweet. This is all you need man. Stay away from places that have mason jars and go straight to Dominican spots. Go to city fucking island and you will have the time of your life and have a henny-colada. Don’t be afraid of anything live off your phone and act like it’s the 60s and you will experience shit the way it’s supposed to be. You’ll find your own spots that way, you’ll find your own bar, you’ll find the perfect bodega that makes your coffee or chopped cheese just right. This girl says it’s expensive because she lives in a bubble...pop that shit and BE in real New York not the gentrified suburb these people want it to be. Hope this helps.

[@jackmoody4024]

Tricia Esposito - You say that we shouldn't go to Time Square, but then you tell us not to listen to anyone about where to go. .Based on your verbiage and disconnected thoughts, I am suspicious that you may be the one living in a bubble.

[@terracb]

As a native New Yorker, the bathroom thing always cracks me up. There is an abundance of clean safe bathrooms everywhere. Malls, major retailers, like Starbucks and Dollar Tree, museums, parks, of course Penn Station and Grand Central Station. You don't need to make a purchase. They are everywhere.

[@SarahFunky]

There are many but some places are hard to find for tourists.

[@michonnevermind6884]

The best bathrooms are at the nicer hotels. I pee at The Plaza. Go into the guest entrance (not the residents' entrance) through the foyer to the left of the bar area. Down the stairs a few levels is a clean and climate controlled bathroom. ;) Any other hotel, just walk in like you belong there, look for the restaurant, and the rest rooms are usually close by.

[@joelweiner4798]

HOTEL LOBBIES ARE THE BEST AND CLEANEST... been to most hotels in the city and have had NO problem.

[@jleau89]

@@michonnevermind6884 I want to lay pipe in the Plaza one day

[@H3llfir333]

In Manhattan it is kind of hard, some stores don't even have bathroom. Most bathroom you need a passcode from receipt you buy product at the stores or ask staff to open it with keys

[@cecillialiew788]

Idk y I’m watching this I literally live in New York

[@SarahFunky]

well thanks for watching! lol

[@elizabethwebber4247]

Same

[@hopeslover6778]

Me too

[@ImKermitJagger]

Literally? Not just figuratively?

[@chaia6398]

oop, I don't lol

[@oliputnik]

This is one of Sarahs videos which are helped us to make no mistakes in NYC in October 2019. The city is great and Sarah makes a good job to inform tourists in advance. Thank you Sarah.

[@kalolainachai4925]

One important note for tourists: please don't walk in arms horizontally on the sidewalks lol. You will notice the foot traffic is just as heavy as the automotive traffic on the street. Yes, that 5 seconds or 1min off schedule makes a difference between catching a train or waiting another 10-20 min. for the next. NYC is always busy even 12am there's traffic so just yield & enjoy your visit!

[@martinliza4811]

YES! Please follow tip #1 Things that new yorkers and people who vist the city often are: 1) Slow walkers 2) Slow Walkers 3) Slow walkers

[@michonnevermind6884]

And everyone, the entire family of tourists, spread out in a line across the entire width of the sidewalk!

[@darcyferrigno]

This drives me up the wall! Tourists need to realize that not everyone is on there lazaire faire schedule and we need to get places.

[@maiandgensayhi7581]

One more thing: DO NOT WALK A CROSS A CROSS WALK IN THE MIDDLE ON TRAFFIC NEW YORKERS WILL NOT STOP LIKE THE REST OF THE WORLD!!!!

[@newyorkvisionary]

As a NYC resident I still love Times Square. Tourists should experience it even for 30-60 minutes

[@mitchybonita0416]

I hope i can soon🙏🤗

[@jaygurung4640]

Bryant Park have the Best Public restroom ever....With the fresh real flower and very clean.

[@SarahFunky]

Jay Gurung good to know!

[@lishtvoldacc2287]

"Expensive" unless you are coming from australia and in that case, this is cheap as heck hehe

[@leahhenshall7077]

LishTV exactly.

[@eskay6666]

To br honest this is cheap where ever you go. In dubai if you wanna get a decent breakfast it'll run you atleast $15 to $20 . 5 to 10 dollars is soo cheap i wanna move to america😭

[@theholypopechodeii4367]

As a Sydneysider, I can confirm.

Here in Milan, Italy, average meals in city centre are definitely more costly !

[@quatermano42]

In France pizzas cost around ten dollars !!

[@Inbedwhereelese]

I went to NYC for the first time ever a few months ago and stayed in a hotel very close to times square. I actually loved passing it every morning and evening when we went out on our daily adventure. I loved the atmosphere and how there was always something new to see. Yes, it‘s kind of a boring experience if you go there once to check off an attraction of the city, but if it becomes part of your daily life, it‘s actually pretty cool imo

[@justin-ge8ed]

let’s appreciate how she bought a whole metro card for the video

[@SarahFunky]

Thank you haha

[@benjaminwagner8141]

KZbin algorithm has me watching all of these. All started with your airport videos

[@splatified9131]

I live in New Jersey btw my dad told me this, 1: If u have valuables and a bag put your valuables at the bottom and useless at the top 2: Ask for help as said in vid 3: Be nice That’s it have a nice nyc trips

[@ayjntghost]

Damn thats exactly how i feel when i go to jersey lol

[@mEtAlMaNiAc787]

oh also i don't think people realize how much you have to walk. walk in the snow, rain, heat. i had to buy/use an umbrella for the first time in my life lol. the subway doesn't magically take you exactly where you wanna go. sometimes you gotta take 2 trains and walk like 15min sometimes a train+bus. i think i walk a total of 4 miles everyday so i just started running. that takes care of cardio at least...

[@SarahFunky]

mEtAlMaNiAc787 good point!

[@feweqfwefwef9912]

mEtAlMaNiAc787 that’s why you don’t see fat people in ny

[@mee5780]

Agreed.. I was walking around 8-11 miles a day as a tourist in NYC... plus in comparison to other US cities I agree... not so many fat people. (Im fat.. so I notice lol)

[@dorothee896]

That‘s exactly what‘s great about New York, there are cities in the States where they don’t even have sidewalks, you‘re totally lost without a car.

[@TheChickenRiceBowl]

@@dorothee896 I'm currently living in one of those cities and it's horrendous. I don't know how people survive like this. I wish I could afford to live safely and comfortably in New York.

[@usermikes]

Another bathroom tip...Hotel Lobbies have bathrooms...I lived in NY all my life, and I go inside hotels..They all have bathrooms....And tipping...If there is a service charge on your receipt.That is the tip..

[@SarahFunky]

Jack Val Yes! Great tips! Thank you 😊

[@DonCheto323]

Wow thank you

[@Dfk429S9fo3]

Looks for parks. Bryant Park has about the nicest one around.

[@michonnevermind6884]

Bryant Park has the best public rest rooms. The Plaza rest rooms are a little harder to find (through the guest entrance, to the left of the bar, and down a few flights) but it's certainly better than the ones halfway up the stairs near the Bethesda Fountain!

[@joelweiner4798]

AGREED..HOTEL LOBBIES ARE THE BEST FOR RESTROOMS.

[@onikcarter5653]

Finally an actual useful NY tip video! Thank you :) So many videos on KZbin and this is one of the best and actual useful vids I’ve seen.

[@SarahFunky]

Onik Carter Thank you so much! I am doing a series on Nyc so you might find those videos useful too! They are pinned in the comments.

[@ZumbaKatieNB]

I'm heading to NYC for the first time in June! Thanks for the tips.

[@media71life10]

Hi I'm aiub and you

[@freaklatino13]

when riding the train there will sometimes be some guys selling their metrocard ride from an unlimited card ...do not buy it...if the cops see you ,you will be the one fine,prepare to see lots of rats on the train station,homeless and crazy people,some people might act nasty towards you but they are just in a hurry ...enjoy n.y

[@VS-ws4ls]

m2

[@DaNNyByESO]

Did you like it?

[@gonegoesoreos691]

Did she survive the trip?

[@SpiralBreeze]

Learn to walk fast, and for God's sake put your phone away. We're alot safer these days, but there are still morons out there that will grab and run.

[@SarahFunky]

Great tips!

[@Lucyandkath]

Spiral Breeze or people could just learn how to be kinder to people who walk slower? I have arthritis, so it’s difficult for me to walk fast. I always try my best not to get in anybody’s way, but sometimes I just can’t help it, and I can’t exactly walk on the road. I’m not going to make myself uncomfortable or miss out on my dream destination just because some New Yorkers aren’t nice enough to teach themselves patience and kindness.

[@jensolehealers2273]

As a New Yorker, I LOVED this video. Great common sense tips.

[@yaacovdavidowitz4502]

A couple of things to add 1. No point in going to the Staten Island, and if you go to the Bronx be very careful of what neighborhoods you’re going to 2. Many restaurants won’t let you use they’re bathrooms if you ask, but if you just go to the back like you own the place you’ll be fine 3. Absolutely stay away from driving around Manhattan (whether on your own or in a taxi) it is almost always quicker to take the subway

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks for the great tips Yaacov Davidowitz. I hope you subscribed! Thank you!

[@Vinci205]

The Bronx thing is hella true

[@lawrencewestby9229]

While Staten Island may not be a great place for tourists one can still take the Staten Island Ferry for a nice tour of the harbor and it passes near the Statue of Liberty. It is free and takes about 25 minutes in each direction. I believe they make all passengers get off upon arrival at its destination but one can then just board the next departing ferry for the return trip.

[@michonnevermind6884]

The only reason I go to Staten Island is to park for free and take the free ferry to Manhattan!

[@excursioncuts6424]

"Walk to the back like you own the place." Lol. I like it. Thanks for the tip!

[@sophienesselt6472]

Hello I live in New York and there is much more than Manhattan. I live in the Bronx, which is a very nice place. There is a lot of self made restaurants and businesses. It’s also very quiet. I recommend living the Country Club area, although a lot of gossips hang around here. If you are planing on going to the Bronx, Country Club has wonderful Elementary, Middle, and High Schools. I recommend the school VMA, the school is wonderful, the faculty is nurturing, the curriculum is astonishing. That is how I got a vocabulary and reading level of a high schooler at fourth grade! Some of the parents are snobby, as well as some of the children, I still recommend sending your child to the school. This school goes to UPK-8, I do recommend your child is on level in learning, or more. This school DOES nickel and dime you left and right, as well as the pricy tuition. But all in all, one of the best schools in the state.

[@brolyred]

If your a tourist why wouldn’t you go to the tourist traps that’s what there their for is for tourist 🤔

[@SarahFunky]

A tourist trap is a bad thing that tourist don't tend to realize is a scam. It's not something they should do.

[@kingcoheed1208]

C-los you want to do 'Tourist Attractions' you want to duck out on 'Tourist Traps' trap is the key word

[@soundenvision]

Seconded on that +Kid Coheed. I was going to say the same thing. Please, as a tourist, go to the touristy places, just avoid the scam artists -- they're everywhere.

[@katiegalindo1485]

When I went to NY in eighth grade as a class trip we went to all the touristy traps, they told us to avoid scam artist tho❤️ But don’t miss out on Time square, it’s beautiful day and night

[@stuartweeks6887]

Not all tourist want the tacky rubbish, some like to see the real New York. and the real people.

[@gatorsinthebayou]

Im heading to NYC from the UK soon so the video is a big help as I've never been to America. The best attraction on that video was yourself, looks & personality only exists here if you're talking about 2 separate people

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks gatorsinthebayou! That is so sweet of you! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York and I hope you subscribed!

[@oltlghfan2008]

About taking photos. I see it all the time. I hate it when people stop in the middle of wherever they are to take a selfie or whatever. I see it inside the Oculus at the World Trade Center, for example, every time. As soon as you walk in, people are standing right in the middle to take pics. I have to walk around these people. It's so annoying. Funny that you mentioned Williamsburg. I was born there, but moved when I was 4 1/2. Brooklyn Bridge Park is very nice too (and they offer free kayaking in the summer). I never use the taxis. I usually walk or take the subway. You can also apply for an EasyPay Metro Card if you travel into the city a lot (I use it myself and love it). This way, you don't have to reload the card. It will automatically reload for you. You can get this online at the mta site. Great video.

[@DaNNyByESO]

Just tackle people if they stop right in front of you lol

[@cruzbonita]

Sarah! I love your videos, your English is so simple to understand. I'm going to NYC next November.

[@shaunizzkool]

I love that you included visit other boroughs! I really wish you can do a video on best spots restaurants/malls/bars outside of Manhattan! So many ppl come to NYC or are even from NYC thinking Manhattan is NYC. I’m a Queens native born and raised and Queens is like literally becoming Manhattan 2.0! Astoria, Bayside, Forest Hills, Jackson Heights, Richmond Hill and Flushing have amazing spots and not forgetting Brooklyn with Prospect Heights, Park Slope, Williamsburg, Sunset Park, Coney Island and Crown Heights. Queens and Brooklyn as well as The Bronx and SI are apart of NYC as well ppl should explore outside of Manhattan!

[@maggiepearce8882]

I am going in April 2020 with my school's ef travel club!

[@JoeyHoogendoorn]

Chinatown has really good and cheap food. Can be quite full for $10 a person around dinner. If you have a hotel in this area, you can find cheap breakfast too. Best way to save is to not drink alcohol. Some fancy places even have cocktails between 25 and 30$ such as the Aviary at Mandarin Oriental (although a nice view). Tipping 15% is generally recommended, 18% for fancy restaurants (but sometimes included in the bill). Regarding bathrooms, you can also walk into some hotels and act like you are a guest. If you want a nicer bathroom than the one in Grand Central, walk into the Grand Hyatt hotel that is next grand central station. Some big stores also have bathrooms. In Northern Europe you often have to pay, in NYC no-one bats an eye. If you are in NYC for a week, I would always get the $30 unlimited metrocard. Each single fare is $2.75 so you only need to use it 11 times. When I travelled the first time, I probably used it 4 times a day, that's $77 in single fares.

[@michonnevermind6884]

I pee at The Plaza. :D

[@littlecookingtips]

The extra SIM for the States was an amazing tip, thank you so much! We'll definitely do that!

[@splatified9131]

Idk why I’m watching this when I just came back from NYC and not before lmao

[@oscargomez4970]

Just go for the shows and food... other than there's not really a lot to stuff to see. And museums... But be ready to spend a lot of money

[@puglover6113]

True.. also the Bronx zoo That’s a good zoo it’s huge

[@mell_gif]

You're getting a thumbs up for the sim card info 👍🏻👌🏽

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks systems99! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@casperbasballejensen8782]

"A beer can be up to around $6" * laughs in Scandinavian * PS. love your videos

[@NgaNguyen-hs3pg]

Thank you so so much Sarah. These tips are really useful for the preparation for my trip. I like to enjoy the food but don't want to spend too much money on it. Also, all the places you recommend are exactly what I'm looking for. OMG! OMG! You're the best and your videos are awesome, too. XOXO

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Nga Nguyen! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@ballybunion9]

The #1 cause of rude New Yorkers? Rude tourists. If you're a tourist, don't come to a complete stop when you come up out of the subway (get out of the way of all the people behind you). And the same thing applies when you come out of a store. Walk on the RIGHT side of the sidewalk. And don't stop in the middle of the sidewalk to have an extended conversation.

[@crsbcn007]

Or... OR.. stop in the middle of the damn street to take your fcking photo.

[@anonymous92388]

Omg she didn't say anything about you people, she just said what you're saying!

[@Samgrezzz]

This was perfect! You need your own travel channel! So awesome!

[@SarahFunky]

Best comment ever! Hopefully someday. Thanks Sam! I hope you subscribed :)

[@lakb45]

I agree with you about nice New Yorkers. People went OUT OF THEIR WAY to make sure my friend and I knew where we were going and how to get there.

[@reddevil616]

Loved the tips . Especially how to get on a subway . Loved how you video how to purchase a metro card for the subway . You answered some questions I had .

[@seankelly9447]

Instead of payin 26 dollars you cuda paid an extra 5 and got unlimited trips

[@SarahFunky]

Sean Kelly This is a really great point!

[@TheLotussong]

On that note please tell me if this $30+ metro card (which can be used all over New York for a week i believe) has any limitations / restrictions......For example areas or type of buses it can be used on.I have not decided where to stay when i visit later this year - but after buying this metro card i do not wish to be in an area where i will have to buy additional tickets to get to a point from where i can start using this card.

[@stephenr9535]

@TheLotussong The metro card can be used on all the subway and buses throughout the 5 boroughs. You won't need to buy additional tickets to get anywhere from Manhattan to Brooklyn or Queens, etc.

[@EmilyVlogzZ]

Im going to NYC for the first time in may. Very excited!

[@cherylwillingham4955]

Thank you for all the tips. I visit NY quite often and love the city and have been able to see a lot in very little time. It helps to get a app for subway/bus routes. Traveling between areas is really what takes up the most time.

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Cheryl Willingham! That's a great idea. Do you have an app you recommend? If you found this video helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@AmazingJohnny]

This girl is very beatiful & charming 😍😘 Love her smile 😊

[@foodie1986]

you should download the metrocard fare calculator app that tells you how much money to add based on how many trips you'll take so that you are not left with an odd amount on the card that you cannot use. As a local, I use the app all the time since I hate having leftover money on my metrocard. For tourists this is especially useful since they'll lose out on money that they could have used somewhere else.

[@SarahFunky]

Wow, what a great tip! I didn't know about that one. Thank you!

[@filamexplorer4311]

Very TRUE about the Restroom....when I was in NYC that's a hard gem to find😂

[@KK-nu7gt]

Sarah you know that, new York 🗽 is my dream city, and one day definitely living this beautiful city with my family

[@puglover6113]

Yea just avoid the Bronx and stay in Manhattan I love in the Bronx and it looks like a dumpster 💀

[@geoffscott5066]

Nice vid & info...as always 👍 I liked the Jennifer O'Brien cameos also 😉

[@k4y3l74]

One of the most helpful videos I’ve watched for tips for my New York trip. Thank you!

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Kristina Tusini! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@k4y3l74]

Have already subscribed and found your secret spots video 🙌😊 love it!

[@SarahFunky]

Yay! Thank you so much! I will have more NYC videos coming soon. :)

[@annadrenaline3279]

I just love your energy girl !! I’m definitely gonna watch more of your videos ✨😘

[@SarahFunky]

Annadrenaline Thank you so much!

[@jamyracle4706]

Omg thank you I’m goin in about 3 weeks and this is something I’ll be aware of!🥰

[@ancapistan7111]

Don't tip! Or don't call it a tip write and give it as a Gift (Gifts are taxfree for the waiter)

[@JacksonDaBomb]

thanks for the tip B-)

[@flute136]

that sounds like tax evasion, waiter can get in trouble for taking it?

[@chownful]

that's just awkward bro

[@mattdajedi]

New York is the the Mecca for Tax Fraud. That's why a lot of restuarants there take cash to hide their earnings.

[@leahallen2627]

Love the video!! I've never been to NY, but I'd love to visit once the COVID is over! Thanks for sharing!

[@arrun124]

Me too!

[@gerardovega7983]

If you're there for a week just buy a weekly pass for $32 and you can use it unlimited on the bus and train. Just saying.

[@SarahFunky]

Gerardo Vega Yes that's a great option. I wish i had mentioned it in the video!

[@SarahFunky]

Yes, I agree. I should have mentioned that. Thanks for your input Gerardo Vega!

[@philippeachourite5642]

merci sarah pour tes conseils je vais visiter new york en juin !!!! your tips will be usefull for me in june!!!! bonne année de france!!

[@tonyjefford8449]

Great video. Will use some advice the SIM card is a banging idea but I am a first timer with my Mrs. I hope NYC people understand if we walk a little slow. My Mrs has ceribel paulsey and I am almost blind. We have to go to time Square to see the lights. We won't eat at chain restaurants we don't at home. I have been told not to take cash as I will get mugged and I can use my card for everything even taxis. Is this true? For a weekend how much cash would I or should I take? Should I tip in cash? Many thanks. T

[@eitanoiman]

Thanks for the tips Sara. I am coming with my Family on September. Hope NewYorkers are more like you :)

[@DemetriusOnTheMove]

I'm glad I found your channel. I'm coming to New York in February I know it's going to be cold but hopefully I'll find stuff to do to keep busy. As always don't want to spend too much haha

[@tinai7650]

Awesome tips, thank you! You have a great personality and explain in a nice way.

[@SarahFunky]

Thank you Tina I! I'm happy you enjoyed. I have a new video coming out this Thursday all about NYC's bar scene. I hope you'll love that one once it's posted too! If you haven't subscribed already, please do!

[@lohphat]

Note about MTA subway: It's a single flat-fare system ($2.75) with free single transfer to/from a bus line on the same fare. THere are weekly and monthly unlimited use options. The Special Bus Service (SBS) require you to pre-pay at the kiosk at the stops to obtain a proof-of-payment receipt -- use your MTA Metro card. These buses are different to eliminate fare collection on the bus by the driver to speed boarding, but you must have a receipt to show the driver as you enter. The PATH trains to/from New Jersey are ticketed separately. Your MTA Metro card will NOT work. The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) and the New Jersey Transit NJT regional trains DO charge by distance and DO NOT use the MTA Metro card. You must get your fixed fare ticket between your stations before you board to avoid a penalty fare.

[@l67swap1]

Visting in july.. Really enjoyed your video .. Coming from florida for a weekend trip

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks l67swap1! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@grizzly8356]

l67swap1. Lol well I’m from NYC and my family is visiting Florida in July for our vacation. Lmao.

[@worldtravelrafhat7886]

Thank you Sarah! Useful and helpful information as always. Really appreciate it.

[@laurenlocd3180]

I’m from Chicago and will be going to New York for the first time around my 30th birthday . We walk fast in Chicago so I won’t have a problem walking slow lol I hate slow walkers get tf out the way lmao

[@mikeyerian488]

I head out NYC next weekend and can't wait. Thanks for sharing these useful tips!

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@Joobkl]

I'm from Australia. Planning to go New York next year. Thanks but def wanna check out Times Square

[@CPMattb0821]

Actually rlly good metrocard tip, calculate ur fare ahead of time (1 fare= $2.75) and just type that exact amount by clicking Other Amounts on the machine :) ♡

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks bananaspl1ts! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@rogerneves7302]

Going to New York in August!! So excited,I’ve been watching your videos,good information,thank you for your work!!!

[@SarahFunky]

I'm glad you loved it Roger Neves. I hope you subscribed (if you haven't already)! Thank you! :)

[@douglashammon1]

I just went to NYC (Manhattan, China Town, Herald Square, etc.) last week. I had fun, but being born and raised in Florida, I could never work/live there full time. It is just way to busy for me, and there were bags of garbage piled on the sidewalk. There are alot of tourists in Florida also, but unless you are in downtown Orlando, it is much more spread out. Maybe that is why all the northerners retire to Florida...lol. I will stay here and enjoy walking on the beaches, instead of over crowded, noisy sidewalks.

[@natashal6502]

Yelp is good for food, agreed.

[@thetourist7004]

Like people with great personality like you, Sarah. Subbed!

[@SarahFunky]

Thank you so much!

[@thetourist7004]

You are welcome :)

[@terran008]

Thanks a lot of your videos! I feel a bit more prepared for my first visit to NYC :)

[@WildStar2002]

Fantastic tips! Thank you! Headed to NYC in two days - I'm so excited!!

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks WildStar2002! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@WildStar2002]

Thank you again, Sarah! I had an amazing time in NYC! Went everywhere by subway or walking, got directions and food tips from locals (who really are very friendly), saw so much (and not enough!). Had zero problems anywhere thanks to your invaluable help - especially - just don't delay anyone! Cannot wait to go back again!

[@kingkenny2635]

What an excellent vlog. Great information and you have a great style.

[@budk1ng]

Sarah, do you have a video of top things to do outside of Manhattan?

[@paulcarter9883]

Hey Sarah, love your channel. Love NewYork. I was there last year in February. Funny story about needing a bathroom.......I needed to go, went into a Starbucks, decided to have a coffee outta courtesy, turned out I musta chose the only Srarbucks that never had a bathroom 😁

[@FarzinR666]

Can't wait to visit the Big Apple !

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Niloy Rahman! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@alicanaksoy2969]

You are such a nice person. Thanks for the video. Very helpful.

[@JenThereDoneThat]

Great tips, and I totally agree Times Square is a massive tourist trap!

[@SarahFunky]

Yes! It's just not worth visiting for more than photo or Broadway show!

[@steveeidmann]

Times Square is still fun. Near theater district.

[@douglashammon1]

PS....thanks Sarah, your videos helped me alot while I was there.

[@iheartbeingalive2274]

Great tips! I’m used to high prices unfortunately as I’m from CA and Vegas is close by and very expensive too.

[@wingmangaming2043]

If NBC you want some local/ touristy restaurants Parnells pub and Katz deli are amazing

[@warriorfor7152]

Stay funky Sarah. Good job.

[@SarahFunky]

I'm glad you loved it WarriorFor. I hope you subscribed! Thank you!

[@warriorfor7152]

Sarah Funk try a number 6 at the White Bear, it's in Flushing.. and yes I subscribed. Love to see New Yorkers talk about our city.

[@joannalea5958]

Melbourne Australia is very similar. Food and drink prices are the same, and the metro card system is basically the same. Im from Melbourne and will be travelling to NYC next week. Thanks for the tips, now I'm not so nervous.

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Jodie Hili! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York!

[@jaxdc14]

Ya’ll know if it’s late and no one is around imma be hopping a turnstile

[@LarsGottschalk]

Good video. We will visit New York in August. I’ve got two more questions. 1. Are there discounts 4 students (even international students) in public transportation? 2. We want to visit Miami too. Would u recommend travel by bus, rental or by plane? I’m happy 4 every answer. (Just discover this channel, I leave a like and a Abo)

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Lars Gottschalk! If you found this helpful, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18. Have fun in New York! As for your questions: 1. Sadly there are no student discounts unless you are in high school or middle school. College (university) students do not get discounts. This is something that even surprises me! 2. Miami is very far from NYC. You will need to take a plane ride there. It will take about 3 hours.

[@ampat7976]

Lars Gottschalk hey as a New Yorker, depending on how much time you have, you may want to leave Miami for another time. A person can probably spend a lot of time in NY.

[@SarahFunky]

Agreed!

[@mavricxx]

I agree, as a Miamian, Miami is a whole other experience and adventure. Better stick to one city at a time.

[@appearance1121]

Girl you're beautiful and I love your smiles 😊❤ great video though!, cus I'm planning to visit New York when I make the money lol 😂

[@SarahFunky]

Thank you! I hope you can visit soon!

[@appearance1121]

@@SarahFunky yeah! I mean that would be a dream come true if you could assist. Lol😀😀

[@7210690]

Interesting video, thank you. What about rent a car, is it worth? if not maybe purchase, if yes where? etc. waiting for more.

[@derpymemes9694]

no no don't rent a car cause 1-its a busy city so a lot of traffics mostly taxis. 2-you will enjoy walking around cause it's fun. 3-you could always take subways for transportation(36 dollars for a unlimited card which you can transport every where and time,subway/bus.

[@HeseTku]

Great tips, i was there last september for the first time and i have to say i was amazed how big the city was 😂 👍 going to visit soon again 👍

[@carotravelcameraaction]

NEW YORK is my fav city in the world!!!!!

[@hiramguerra6257]

I’m from NYC and I have to say, those are great tips, nice work on the video!

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Hiram Guerra! That means so much since you['re a New Yorker! If you found this interesting, you might want to check out the other videos in my NYC series here: bit.ly/NYCseries18.

[@Davieb116]

Great video Sarah!

[@ThJayAre]

would have been interesting where to find cheaper options to eat and which areas you should avoid

[@ciciliajuliyanti5968]

OMG, this is so awesome. You're si helpful. I will be visit to NYC for couple days.. thanks for your video.. i do really love it

[@SarahFunky]

Thank you! I hope you subscribed!

[@ciciliajuliyanti5968]

@@SarahFunky yeap. I did already..

[@ambrosejoseph4843]

I’ll be in Manhattan May 2-5. You’ve given me some great insights. Thanks. BTW, I got a great Airbnb in Gramercy.

[@Cec3haynes]

Really good and HELPFUL video girl ❤️

[@wmtrader]

Waiters are taxed on their tips in NYC and the rest of the USA. The tax is based on your bill so if you spend $100 at a restaurant then the waiter is taxed $2.50. There is often a mandatory tip-out to the other staff of about $5.50 on a $100 bill. Some States have a State Income tax and a few cities have an income tax of their own. All of this is based on your bill and not on what you tip. So basically if you don't tip then the waiter must payout $8.00 (or more if there are State and or city income tax) of his/her money to cover the tax and tip-out on your $100 meal.

[@joeymercado3687]

I love your videos!!! they are so much helpful!! thanks son much for your help! this is the way to move and feel safe n NY

[@leotard2536]

Sarah, I'm coming to visit on the 20th of December. Should I prepare for snow?