5 Budget Friendly Dates in New York

Walking is overrated. Though there are perks to walking hand-in-hand with someone, there’s also benefit to adding adventure to your romantic stroll. You can rent a bike for 2 hours with a a 70% discount on each rental if you book online. The rental includes a helmet, a bike lock, and a map of New York City. Explore the busy streets in NYC or just enjoy Central Park; either way, you’ll be together with your loved one and that’s what matters, right?

Where: Bike Rental NYC; 117 West 58th Street, Manhattan (20 min walk from The Lombardy Hotel)
Budget: $10 per bike.

There’s nothing like a dinner and movie to start the perfect date. However, that simple gesture can turn into a $50 night in a split second. The Syndicate BK is a restaurant and movie theater with accessible prices for everyone. You can order a cocktail or beer in their theaters, so you can get a the full date circle in the same place. Screening two or even three movies per night in their cozy 60-seat theater, Syndicate will make sure you get the whole date experience in one sitting. Make sure to check their calendar beforehand for schedules, or walk in and be surprised with whatever they’re showing that evening!

Where: Syndicate BK; 40 Bogart Street, Brooklyn (30 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)
When: Monday – Thursday 5pm – 12am, Friday 5pm – 2am, Saturday 3pm – 2am, Sunday 3pm – 12am
Budget: $25 for two tickets, a bag of popcorn and a bag of candy .

We all know the best way to win someone’s heart is through comedy. Comedy and food, that is. The Union Hall is a bar/restaurant comedy and live music venue in the heart of Brooklyn. With comfortable inside seating by the fire or the library, and a beautifully lit outside garden sitting, you can enjoy a marvelous evening full of laughter, spicy food, and a friendly game of bocce.

Where: Union Hall; 702 Union Street, Brooklyn (30 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)
When: Monday – Friday 4pm – 4am, Saturday – Sunday 1pm – 4am
Budget: $15

If you want to try something different, you might want to visit the Museum of the Moving Image. Displaying exhibitions focusing on digital media, the Museum of the Moving Image educates on the technology advancements that films, television, and digital platforms have gone through. The best part? You can visit their exhibitions on Fridays after 4pm for free. Take advantage of this great deal and visit this quirky museum on your next date! Dates don’t always have to be so traditional, after all!

Where: Museum of the Moving Image; 35th Ave, Astoria (16 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)
When: Friday 4pm – 8pm (Regular schedule does not offer the free entry)
Budget: Free

If sea life is your thing, you definitely need to visit the New York Aquarium. The aquarium offers shows in their Aquatheater, hundreds of different species in exhibition, and plenty of different talks and activities year round. If you want to visit this wildlife sanctuary, we highly recommend doing it on Donation Wednesday. After 3pm on Wednesdays, you can enter the New York Aquarium under a pay-what-you-wish price. This way, you can enjoy the marvelous sea life mysteries and help the Aquarium in anyway you can.

Where: New York Aquarium; 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx (50 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)
When: Wednesday 3pm
Budget: Pay what you wish

The Lombardy Hotel is located in Midtown Manhattan, minutes away from many romantic spots for you and your date to enjoy. We will be pleased to host you and accommodate you in our luxurious suites, with silky smooth pillows and spacious beds. Let us be part of your special time together, here at the Lombardy Hotel.