NYC isn’t the most expensive city to visit in the US, shock report reveals — it’s not even in the top 5

Sometimes, it’s good to not be number one.

A surprising new study of the most expensive tourist destinations in America flew right over New York City — in fact, we didn’t even make the top five.

The report, published by GOBankingRates, took 91 popular spots from coast to coast — then ranked the 55 priciest in order.

The burg with the biggest bill? Aspen, Colo. — famed haven for ski bunny boldfacers ranging from newlyweds Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez to Justin and Hailey Bieber.

It might not come as a surprise to skiers that Aspen, Colorado, turned out to be the most expensive tourist destination in America. David A Litman – stock.adobe.com

Famous for its Rocky Mountain high prices during the winter months, Aspen is expensive year-round, the data showed.

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According to the study, a three-day trip to Aspen for two

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