New York City is calling you - and you don't have to spend a dime to enjoy it.
- New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the world, but you don't have to break the bank when you visit.
- Many tourist attractions, local hangouts, and not-to-be missed experiences are completely free.
- Free activities you can do in New York City this summer range from outdoor concerts to special museum visits to Shakespeare performances.
New York City isn't cheap - in fact, it's one of the most expensive cities in the world for travelers.
But that doesn't mean it's impossible to get by on a shoestring budget. There are plenty of activities you can do in the Big Apple that won't cost you a dime this summer, from outdoor concerts and Shakespeare performances to trips to world-famous museums and peaceful botanical gardens.
Here are 21 of the best activities you can do in New York City this summer for free.