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How to Visit NYC When You're A Broke College Student

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How to Visit NYC When You're A Broke College Student
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New York is a perpetually expensive place to live, or even visit. Despite this, however, there's so much to do if you're on a budget. Here are some of my favorite things to do in the Big Apple as a broke college student.

1.  Grab a Slice of Dollar Pizza

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It'll be worth every penny. (Seriously though, it's really good)

2. Have a picnic in Central Park

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Pro tip: bring dollar pizza to the park

3. Visit the Elevated Acre

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A little oasis away from the business with gardens above the city streets.

4. Ride to the top of the Empire State Building

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Buddy knows best.

5. Visit Grand Central Station

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Exactly as advertised from the movies.

6. Read a book in Bryant Park

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A perfect quiet space right next to the beautiful New York Public Library.

7.Take a free yoga class at Yoga To The People

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This yoga company offers free yoga classes at their five locations in NYC.

8. Walk the Highline

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Walk above the city and take in the views. There's also food markets, art, and live music along the way.

9. Watch the sunset at the Hudson River Park- Pier 40

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I got lost one day and ended up seeing one of the most magical sunsets over the city. It's my new favorite spot.

10. Go to the Whitney Museum

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The top floor has a viewing area of the city.

11. Get some work done at the Housing Works Bookstore Cafe

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A cute bookstore hideaway with good coffee.

12. Have the world's best cup of coffee

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If it's in New York, it's going to be the best.

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