I haven't been to NYC in nearly a decade. Any advice on how to enjoy the city on a budget is appreciated. Ie. Good bars that aren't too expensive, where to go and what to see, perhaps where to score some green :), etc. Once again any advice you can offer would be very helpful.

Thanks in advance.

mattshaw78 wrote:Go to http://www.citypass.com/new-york for 79 dollars you get to see alot

thanks, thats a pretty good deal. I've already seen all the sights several times but my friends might want to do this.

CrushAlot wrote:You could park at a metro north station and take the train in. I know Croton Harmon used to have a paid lot. I am not sure about other stops.

Thanks, that could definitely work as an option.

eViL wrote:you can park in the LES on the street. plenty of access to the city and plenty nice spots right in the vicinity. wouldn't leave any valuables in the car though.

Do you know if street parking is expensive as opposed to a lot? Up here in Toronto, street parking is like a two-three hour limit before having to pay again. We kind of just want to park the car somewhere nearby for the 3 days and take the subway around. Parking in the LES would be really convenient though.

eViL wrote:you got any friends in the area? because the best trees are usually copped from delivery services. don't know if it's recommended you cop from the street.

Nope, don't know anyone in the area. I was thinking of hitting up the NYU campus and trying my luck there but im kind of weary of that. Any recommendations on how to get a hold of a delivery service? Sorry for all the questions.

SupremeCommander wrote:I've heard that people used to park illegally and grab the ticket from the windshield in front of theirs to make it look like they've already been ticketed, and get free parking. That's what I've heard, anyway

I've done that before but to no avail lol. Up here the parking enforcers just give you additional tickets on top of the ones you already have.

Oh and thanks for all the help guys, I appreciate it.

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holfresh wrote:Download the "NYCWAY" app...

I downloaded the app, its very useful. Unfortunately, I Doubt i'll be able to use it in NY though, with the crazy roaming charges and all. Hopefully I can find some wifi to use it. Thanks a lot!

There is free wifi all over the city, locations are on the app as well...All McDonalds have free wifi..Good Luck..

metra wrote:Delivery is tough cause usually someone has to vouch for you. If you really need it that bad, I'd try to talk to someone who likes like they smoke I guess.

But whatever you do, don't buy from a shady looking street dealer. Especially in Wash Sq park (I notice you said NYU). There's professional hustlers there that will manage to sell you some shrubs. Happened to one of my friends and I thought, 'no way that could happen to me', and then years later after I forgot his story, it happened to me. ;)

So, near NYU, students might be good to ask I guess. But Wash Sq park is a no-no.

Thanks, I've heard some stories about Wash Sq park, I'll definitely stay away from there. I'll try my luck at NYU.

SupremeCommander wrote:Where are you coming in from? If I were you I'd park at Metro Park in NJ (or another state's equivalent) and take the train to Penn Station

Coming in from Toronto aka Bargnani country, lol. Still contemplating doing this or at the Croton Harmon one. Should we hold any concern of leaving a car with out of town plates in Jersey for 3-4 days? I've heard it's not the best thing to do.

Moonangie wrote:I used to live in the West Village. If you circle around the area north of 10th street between Hudson and Greenwich you should be able to find a spot. It might take you half an hour or so, unless you're lucky. Other neighborhoods with good parking are Chelsea (between 18th and 24th streets) and the Upper West Side. Your best bet is to take the time to find street parking. You may have to move your car depending on the alternate side of the street rules, so pay attention to the signs.
If you decide to skip the hassle and go for a garage, you can find one for around $40/day, not too bad if you're splitting it with a bunch of guys.

I'm a little confused as to what alternate side of the street rules are. Sounds like I might have to move the car often. Alternatively, there's 6 of us so splitting parking wont be that bad. Just trying to figure out whether it would be easier/better to park at a train station and take the train in or save the hassle and park in West Village. What would you recommend?

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There is free wifi all over the city, locations are on the app as well...All McDonalds have free wifi..Good Luck..

Thanks, that helps. Same deal up here but I wasn't sure about Manhattan. Wifi will be a savior especially since that app is extremely helpful.

Thanks again guys, you've been very helpful so far. Sucks that there is no basketball, definitely wanted to catch a Knicks game at MSG.