Know before you go in New York City
🛡️ Safety
Mind the subway
Busy day and night; be careful of people asking for money on the subway.
🚇 Getting around
MTA card
One card for subway and buses; ferries leave from Whitehall Terminal.
🕌 Prayer
Women's prayer rooms
Several mosques, some with a women's prayer floor; Islamic Cultural Center on Riverside Drive.
🍜 Halal food
Halal everywhere
From carts to fancy Manhattan restaurants; check if alcohol is served on site.
💰 Budget
Around $137 a night
One of the priciest cities; book early for budget-friendly rooms.
