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Senior Discounts and Savings

Your Guide to Finding the Best Deals and Senior Discounts in 2024

Maureen Stanley Maureen Stanley Writer & Editor
Jeff Hoyt Jeff Hoyt Editor in Chief

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Senior Discounts

Relish your golden years with savings! Many businesses offer exclusive discounts to customers over a specific age. You may be surprised that some senior discounts are offered long before you turn 65, as not all companies classify senior citizens similarly. Ready to start saving on your favorite leisure activities, restaurants, grocery stores, and more? Our research team has compiled over 100 senior discounts to cash in on.

FYI:

FYI: Want to know what’s even better than a discount? Scoring your favorite goods and services for free! Our guide to 13 things free for seniors covers all the freebies you didn’t even know about.

 

What Are Senior Discounts?

Senior discounts are a fantastic way to maintain your budget and enjoy the benefits of being an older adult. Keep in mind that there is no legal requirement to offer discounts to seniors, so it pays to ask before you buy. If you can think of it, there just might be a discount for it!

Many of the discounts below require an AARP membership. Not an AARP member? You’re missing out on big savings. Check out our AARP membership guide to learn how to get started.

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How Old Do You Have to Be to Receive a Senior Discount?

While 65 is the age to officially claim Medicare, many senior perks and discounts start much earlier! If you enroll in an AARP or Association of Mature American Citizens (AMAC) membership on your 50th birthday, you’ll have a head start cashing in on senior discounts. For all other discounts, the minimum age requirements vary based on the company or location and can range from 50 to 65 years of age.

Popular Types of Senior Discounts

From retail and grocery to insurance and health care, there are all types of senior discounts to claim. Maximize your savings and make the most out of your purchases (large or small) by cashing in on the following discounts. You can also watch the video below with SeniorLiving.org Editor-in-Chief, Jeff Hoyt, to learn more about the best senior discounts.

Looking to save money? Check out this video for the best senior citizen discount.

Retail Senior Discounts

Retail Discounts

Kick your retail savings up a notch! While not all retail stores provide a dedicated senior discount, many offer impressive savings with a store rewards card or other perks.

Retailer Discount In-store or online Eligibility Discount availability
Amazon Prime 50% off Prime membership Online Must be a qualifying government assistance recipient, including SSI and SNAP Every day
Bealls Coast2Coast Rewards 10% off your purchase In-store No age requirement Tuesdays
Big Lots Big Rewards Cash-back rewards, VIP shopping day discounts, and a birthday surprise In-store or online Must create a Big Lots account Every day
CVS ExtraCare Earn 2% back in ExtraBucks Rewards every time you use your ExtraCare card In-store or online CVS ExtraCare card member Every day
CVS Veterans Advantage 20% off your purchase Online VetRewards member Every day
Home Depot Price match guarantee In-store or online No age requirement Every day
Goodwill Senior Savings Day 10% off your purchase In-store 60+ years Tuesdays
JOANN Senior Discount Day 20% off your purchase In-store 55+ years; must present a state-issued photo ID for proof of age upon checkout to receive discount Check your local JOANN store for their senior day schedule
Kohl’s 15% off your purchase In-store 60+ years; must present a state-issued photo ID, which is required at checkout Wednesdays
Lowe’s Veteran Program 10% off your purchase In-store and online Military veterans must first enroll online; valid photo ID required at checkout Every day
Ross Dress for Less 55+ Program 10% off your purchase In-store 55+ years; must provide a photo ID at checkout Tuesdays
Michaels 10% off your purchase In-Store and Online 55+ years; Must create a Michaels Rewards account Every day
Red, White, and Blue Thrift Stores Senior Citizen Day 50% off your purchase In-store 55+ years Wednesdays
Rite Aid wellness 65+ Earn 5x points, in-store purchases that day. Free pharmacist consultation to review medications, immunization needs, blood pressure screening, and Medicare Part D questions In-store 65+ years; must enroll in-store for the wellness65+ and be a wellness+ member First Wednesday of each month
Savers Percentage varies by store location In-store 55+ years Tuesdays
Tanger Outlets Free Tanger coupon book with up to $1,000 in savings In-store AARP member Every day
Walgreens Seniors Day 20% off eligible items and cash rewards In-store and online 55+ years or an AARP member; must create a myWalgreens account Check your local Walgreens for their senior day schedule
Did You Know?

Did You Know? Savings.com is a terrific resource for snagging thousands of coupons and promo codes. Sign up for free and save money when you shop at your favorite online stores. From food and restaurant coupons to clothing and health and medicine coupons (and everything in between), Savings.com has savvy shoppers covered!

Grocery Store Senior Discounts

Grocery Discounts

Food nourishes our bodies and is a critical part of our overall health. Shopping at your local supermarket doesn’t have to break the bank; there are quite a few ways to save. Free rewards cards, coupon clipping, buying in season, senior-specific discounts, or senior discount days will help with your grocery shopping costs. These major retailers offer discounts.

Grocery store Discount Eligibility Discount availability
ACME Markets Savings each week in coupons and deals; earn points, and redeem rewards for discounts on gas or groceries just for U reward card member Every day
Albertsons Savings each week in coupons and deals; earn points, and redeem rewards for discounts on gas or groceries just for U reward card member Every day
Food Lion Receive personalized savings and ways to earn rewards each month Shop & Earn MVP Monthly Rewards card member Every day
Fred Meyer Save 10% on select items 55+ years First Tuesday of the month
Harris Teeter Save 5% on your purchase 60+ years Every Thursday
Kroger Save with coupons and special promos; earn cash back, fuel points, and community rewards Shopper’s card member Every day
New Seasons Markets Save 10% on most items 65+ years Every Wednesday
Publix Savings each week with coupons and deals Club Publix reward card member Every day
Safeway Savings each week in coupons and deals; Earn points and redeem rewards for discounts on gas or groceries just for U reward card member Every day
Did You Know?

Did You Know? Don’t be shy! Before you hit the aisles, stop by the customer service desk to ask if they offer a senior discount or exclusive price reduction. Don’t forget your ID for proof of age.

Restaurant Senior Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

One of the easiest places to get a senior discount is at your favorite restaurant, coffee shop, or diner. Be sure to ask if there’s a senior menu or early dinner discount. Many chain restaurants are owned independently. Therefore, discounts or promotions will vary by location.

The great news is even if a restaurant doesn’t offer a senior discount, there’s still savings to be had! For example, Chili’s, Red Lobster, Tim Hortons, and Panera Bread offer free membership rewards programs to all customers, so you can earn free food and discounted meals.

Restaurant Discount Eligibility
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Bonefish Grill Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Bruster’s Save 25 cents per purchase 60+ years and a Bruster’s Kid at Heart card.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Chart House Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Corner Bakery Cafe Save 10% off your check Present AARP card at checkout
Denny’s Save 15% off your check; dine from Denny’s 55+ menu Present AARP card member to save 15%; 55+ years for the senior menu
El Pollo Loco Save 10% (up to $1) 60+ years
IHOP Dine from IHOP’s 55+ menu 55+ years
Joe’s Crab Shack Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Landry’s Seafood Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Landry’s Inc. Restaurants Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Luby’s Senior Luann Special $7.99 – 3 p.m. to close No requirements
McCormick & Schmick’s Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
McDonald’s Discounted or free coffee at participating locations* 55+ years
Perkins Dine from Perkins’ 55+ menu at participating locations* 55+ years
Outback Steakhouse Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Rainforest Cafe Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
Saltgrass Steak House Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout
The Oceanaire Seafood Room Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages Present AARP card at checkout

* You may need to call a location in your area to inquire about discounts, as they are only available at select locations.

Leisure Activity Senior Discounts

Leisure Discounts

During your golden years of retirement, relaxation comes in many forms! Whether you catch the latest flick on the silver screen, get lost in an audiobook, or explore the great outdoors, a senior discount is most likely available. Check out these wallet-friendly fun activities.

Company Discount Eligibility Discount availability
AMC Theatres Discounted movie tickets at select locations 60+ years Every day
Ancestry Save 30% on a World Explorer or All Access membership for the first year AARP member Every day
Cinemark Theatres Discounted movie tickets for Senior’s Day and the Early Bird Special 62+ years for Senior’s Day Contact your local theater for their designated Senior’s Day
Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern Young at Heart special: $6.00 for any show that starts before 5:30 p.m. 60+ years Every Friday
National Parks America the Beautiful Senior Pass $20 annual park pass or $80 lifetime park pass provides admittance to more than 2,000 recreation sites 62+ years; must provide proof of age and residency or citizenship. A $10 fee applies to passes bought online or by mail Every day
Regal Cinemas AARP Movie Tickets Save up to 20% on Regal ePremiere tickets purchased online AARP member Every day
Regal Cinemas Senior Citizen Movie Tickets Discounted movie tickets at select locations 60+ years Every day
Regal Cinemas Concession $3 off popcorn and soda combo AARP members and Regal Crown Club members; must present both cards at the time of purchase Every day
SilverSneakers Free healthy living and fitness classes at over 17,000 fitness locations 65+ years old and a member of select Medicare or other health plans Every day
Showcase Cinemas Discount admission at select theaters; popcorn and soda for $4.50 60+ years Every Wednesday
Ticketmaster Save on tickets to select shows and events AARP member Every day
Did You Know?

Did You Know? Museums, zoos, parks, and historical locales are all top spots to snag senior discounts.

Cruises Senior Discounts

Cruise Discounts

We all need a vacation (even if you’re living in your dream beachfront retirement community), and cruising is a fantastic way to see the world. Cruises are incredibly inclusive, offering accessible cruising for guests with disabilities, medical conditions, or special needs.

Cruise company Discount Eligibility
AARP Travel Center Powered by Expedia Up to $100 in extra onboard cruise credits on more than 15 cruise lines. AARP member
Carnival Cruises Exclusive savings for seniors 55+ years
Collette Cruise Tours Combine two cruise tours and save up to $300 per person on your second tour and subsequent tours. AARP member
Grand European Travel Offers a variety of discounts throughout the year. You can currently save up to 15% on worldwide tours. AARP member
Royal Caribbean Exclusive senior pricing on selected sailings 55+ years
Vacations By Rail Save up to $500 on more than 40 rail and cruise vacations AARP member

Hotel and Rental Car Senior Discounts

Hotel Discounts

Planning a getaway? Take advantage of special hotel and car rental rates. If you don’t find the senior (or AARP) rate on the hotel or rental car website, contact customer service before booking. AARP offers discounts for over 50 hotels and resorts. Below is a sample of discounts starting at age 50 and up.

Hotel or rental car Discount Eligibility
Avis Rent a Car Save up to 30% off Avis’ base rates, plus get an upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings AARP member
Budget Rent a Car Save up to 35% off Budget’s base rates, plus get an upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings AARP member
Budget Truck Rental Save 10% to 20% on truck rentals AARP member
Best Western Hotels & Resorts Save 5% to 15% at over 4,000 hotels worldwide AARP member
Cambria Hotels Save up to 10% off the best available rate AARP member
Choice Hotels Save 10% on reservations 60+ years or an AARP member
Hertz Save up to 20% off Hertz’s base rates with the Fifty Plus Program 50+ years
IHG Hotels & Resorts Save with IHG’s Senior Discount Rate program 62+ years
Marriott Offers a senior discount rate at participating locations 62+ years
Payless Car Rental Save 5% on leisure daily, weekly, weekend, and monthly base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings AARP member
Thrifty Car Rental Join the Silver Thrifty Club and save 5% 50+ years
Wyndham Hotels Save 10% off Wyndham’s best available rate AARP member
Zipcar $40 for an annual Zipcar membership, plus $40 in free driving credit AARP member

Air, Bus, and Rail Senior Discounts

Travel Discounts

Hop on the bus, Gus! Most public transportation (local and regional), including bus, subway, train, and ferry services offer a senior fare. Not all airlines offer senior-reduced fares or promote them online, so make a call to customer service before locking in your flight plans. No matter the type of transportation you plan to use, ask for a senior discount!

Transportation Discount Eligibility
Amtrak Save 10% on most rail fares on most Amtrak trains 65+ years
British Airways Save $65 off World Traveller (economy) and World Traveller Plus (premium economy) or $200 off Club World (business class) fares when you purchase round-trip transatlantic tickets online to over 130 destinations AARP member
Delta Airlines Senior discounts are available for limited itineraries Call Delta’s customer care at (800) 221-1212 to find out if your flight is eligible for the discounted fare
Greyhound Senior discounts are available for specific destinations and dates 62+ years
United Airlines Save on senior fares to select travel destinations 65+ years
Pro Tip:

Pro Tip: Don’t forget to make the most of your flight by signing up for airline miles or using a travel credit card to earn points.

Save up to $400 on Flights and Up to 20% on Hotels

Save big on flights and hotels with an AARP membership. Sign up for only $9 per year.

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Internet Service and Communications Senior Discounts

Internet Discounts

Many internet providers recognize that seniors are one of the fastest-growing segments of new internet users. Check out our guide to the best internet service for seniors to learn which companies lead the pack on pricing and discounts. There are also affordable internet plans for those on fixed or low incomes.

There are quite a few cell phone plans with incentives and discounts for older adults. Compare these cellular plans to see which best meets your budget and lifestyle needs.

  • AT&T: AT&T senior plans start at $60 per month (single line only) or $80 per month for two lines ($40 per line). AT&T’s 55+ plan is restricted to Florida residents only.
  • Consumer Cellular: Consumer Cellular’s Unlimited Talk with Text and Data plan starts at $20 per month for 1 GB of data. Consumer Cellular also offers discounts to AARP members, including a five percent discount on monthly service and usage charges and 30 percent on accessories. Lastly, Consumer Cellular offers some great Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals.
  • Lively: Lively’s phone plans has some of the best no-contract prices for older adults. They also arguably have the best senior-friendly phones on the market. AARP members can now save $60 per year on select plans.
  • Verizon: The Verizon 55+ Unlimited Plan offers unlimited calls, texts, and data for $60 a month (single line only) or $80 per month for two lines ($40 per line). The Verizon 55+ plan is only available to senior residents in Florida.
  • T-Mobile: Adults ages 55 and over have three Unlimited 55+ plans to choose from with unlimited talk, text, and smartphone data: the Essentials (starting at $27.50 per line), the Magenta (starting at $35 per line), and the Magenta MAX (starting at $45 per line). T-Mobile’s 55+ plans are available in all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Senior Discounts for Major Life Expenses

Major Expenses Discounts

Our discount list wouldn’t be complete without diving deeper into the benefits of AARP, the leading senior savings program. From vehicle and property insurance to hearing, optical, and pharmacy savings, AARP’s membership helps save on major expenses.

AARP Health and Wellness Senior Discounts

  • CareLinx In-Home Care
  • Health savings account offered by Optum Bank
  • Hearing care program provided by HearUSA
  • HearUSA Hearing Shop
  • Kroger Co. Pharmacy
  • LensCrafters
  • MyVision Care provided through EyeMed
  • Prescription discounts provided by OptumRx
  • Short-term care insurance from Medico
  • Target Optical
  • Vision discounts provided by EyeMed
  • Walgreens Pharmacy
  • Walmart Pharmacy

AARP Vehicle and Property Insurance Senior Discounts

  • Auto insurance program from The Hartford
  • Homeowners insurance program from The Hartford

Other Health-Related Discounts

Taking care of your health doesn’t have to break the bank. In addition to the AARP discounts listed above, check out the resources below for more ways to save on health-related expenses.

Written By:
Maureen Stanley
Writer & Editor
Maureen joined SeniorLiving.org with more than 10 years of experience writing in health, lifestyle, and nutrition for premium brands like General Mills, Westinghouse, and Bristol Myers Squibb. Her passion for empowering older adults is evident in coverage of topics like… Learn More About Maureen Stanley
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Jeff Hoyt
Editor in Chief
As Editor-in-Chief of the personal finance site MoneyTips.com, Jeff produced hundreds of articles on the subject of retirement, including preventing identity theft, minimizing taxes, investing successfully, preparing for retirement medical costs, protecting your credit score, and making your money last… Learn More About Jeff Hoyt