Visitors to New York City oftentimes feel overwhelmed by the subway system. However, the subway is the fastest way to get around New York to see the city’s top landmarks and attractions. And despite what you may see in the movies, the subway is not always full of criminals and grime.
Obviously you should take general safety precautions when traveling on the subway. Travel with another person, particularly at night. Ride in the first car where the train operator sits or in the middle car where the train conductor sits, if possible. Keep your bags close to you and don’t wear a lot of flashy jewelry.
Subway fare is $2 per ride. You can buy SingleRide tickets from the large MetroCard vending machines located in every subway station, at station attendant booths, and at local merchant locations. SingleRide tickets need to be used with two hours of purchase.
You can also buy a new MetroCard or add money to your MetroCard in amounts of $4 to $80 from the large or small MetroCard vending machines. Or if you prefer, you can buy a 7-day or 30-day Unlimited Ride MetroCard. If you are staying in New York for more than a few days, the unlimited cards are the best alternative.
The most important thing about traveling by subway is to plan your route in advance. By visiting , you hopstop.com starting and destination addresses and get detailed information about which subway you will need to take.
If you get lost or take the wrong subway, don’t freak out. The conductor on the train or station attendant at the stop will be able to advise you on how to get back to where you need to go.
To learn more about the New York subway system or see a subway map, visit mta.info.
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