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20+ Best NYC for Free Alternatives for iPhone (2026)

NYC for Free is C tier, #19 of the 23 tiered apps in local activity discovery. Here is everything that competes with it on iPhone, in tier order.

All 22 alternatives, in tier order

  1. 1
    EventbriteShigher tier
    Free download · ★ 4.9 · 2,818,228 ratings · score 99
    Discover, book, and share local events and things to do, and create and sell tickets to events of any kind.
  2. 2
    Free download · ★ 4.8 · 840,211 ratings · score 99
    Browse and buy local deals, coupons and experiences from restaurants, spas, gyms and hotels near you.
  3. 3
    Free download · ★ 4.8 · 212,534 ratings · score 97
    Event discovery and ticket booking app listing concerts, theater, comedy, museums, festivals and food experiences in.
  4. 4
    Free download · ★ 4.8 · 10,883 ratings · score 92
    Event discovery app for finding local events, concerts and shows, viewing event details, and buying tickets in one.
  5. 5
    Free download · ★ 4.7 · 3,349 ratings · score 92
    Lists local events, festivals, pop-ups and experiences in your city, with the option to book tickets in the app.
  6. 6
    Free download · ★ 4.9 · 9,702 ratings · score 90
    Lifestyle app that lists curated New York events, including concerts, sample sales, cocktail tastings and gallery.
  7. 7
    Free download · ★ 4.7 · 51,991 ratings · score 89
    Travel app for bundled attraction passes and tickets in NYC, London, Paris, and 28 other destinations worldwide.
  8. 8
    Free download · ★ 4.6 · 39,793 ratings · score 88
    Books tickets, tours and activities at landmarks and attractions in 100+ cities worldwide.
  9. 9
    Free download · ★ 4.7 · 21,229 ratings · score 81
    Travel app offering gamified scavenger hunts, tours and photo challenges in cities worldwide, per its App Store listing.
  10. 10
    Free download · ★ 4.8 · 122,254 ratings · score 80
    Free app to find and book over 90,000 tours, day trips and activities worldwide, with trip planning and vouchers.
  11. 11
    Free download · ★ 5.0 · 2 ratings · score 77
    Map app showing nearby places and experiences ranked by location, context and vibe, with booking or directions.
  12. 12
    Free download · ★ 4.8 · 3,129 ratings · score 77
    Family membership app giving access to places like trampoline parks, bowling, cinemas, and partner discounts, plus.
  13. 13
    Free download · ★ 4.7 · 15 ratings · score 74
    Free app for finding nearby things to do, events, places, food and reservations, with friend sharing and favorites.
  14. 14
    Free download · ★ 5.0 · 4 ratings · score 72
    Free app for finding local businesses, organizations, makers, events, and products near you, starting in Montana.
  15. 15
    Free download · ★ 5.0 · 10 ratings · score 71
    Social platform for finding local events, specials, and hidden gems while supporting nearby businesses.
  16. 16
    Free download · ★ 4.7 · 30,641 ratings · score 70
    Free outdoor scavenger hunts made by community members, with stages, clues and puzzles at real locations.
  17. 17
    Free download · ★ 4.7 · 14,580 ratings · score 69
    Official London visitor guide with hand-picked things to do, an offline map, what's on listings and Tube status updates.
  18. 18
    Free + IAP · ★ 4.7 · 5,034 ratings · score 68
    Outdoor escape games and story-driven walking tours that use real streets, statues and buildings as clues.
  19. 20
    Free download · ★ 4.7 · 35 ratings · score 61
    Free lifestyle app with an interactive map of places matched to your intelligence type, plus group Meetups in Los…
  20. 21
    Free download · ★ 4.3 · 56 ratings · score 59
    Zurich city guide with a mobile Zürich Card, online bookings, a city map, favorites, login profile and travel.
  21. 22
    Free download · ★ 4.7 · 3,035 ratings · score 43
    Official Los Angeles guide to daily events, dining, activities, lodging, Metro directions and Wi-Fi hotspots.
  22. 23
    Free download · ★ n/a · 0 ratings · score 16
    Finds nearby places such as restaurants, bars and parks, filtered by vibe, and shares them through iMessage.

Questions people ask

What is the best alternative to NYC for Free on iPhone?
Eventbrite, S tier, #1 in local activity discovery.
Is there a free alternative to NYC for Free?
Yes: Eventbrite (S tier, #1) is free, with no in-app purchases.
Does anything rank above NYC for Free?
Yes. 18 apps rank above it in local activity discovery: Eventbrite (#1), Groupon - Local Deals Near Me (#2), Fever: Events & Tickets (#3) and more.

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