nyc: Were going to nyc for a weekend and have no clue as to how much money to take? The hotel and rental car are already paid for.|||And we don't have a clue about what are you going to do and shop for. Take all you can, and whatever is left, take back home.|||This is like asking "how much money can I spend in Bloomingdales?". How many of you are there, what area are you staying in, are you taking public transportation while here or driving everywhere (it costs money to park), are you going to eat in nice places or chain/fast food places, if you go shopping what will you be shopping for? The variables are too numerous to just give a blanket figure when we have no clue about the details.|||Since you're only going for 2 to 3 days, $300 will do. You should budget at least $100 a day to cover all expensive. You may have something left over at the end of the day, but it is better to have enough with you rather than running short and having a miserable vacation. Good luck Native New Yorker|||At least $200 - $300 and a debit and credit card. You will probably be spending the majority of that money on taxis, subways, and food.|||It actually depends on your lifestyle. But to make it sure have an extra for tourist attractions in the place. Try to have budget for lodging, food and night life.|||500 million