Are you one of our “seasoned citizens?” We have a terrific list of senior discounts for you below. Just for achieving a certain age milestone, there are companies that are willing to give you extra discounts if you ask. Whether it’s groceries, hotels, restaurants, car rentals, retail or entertainment, there are savings to be had, so don’t leave any free money (well…savings) on the table. Also, in addition, make sure you check out your state and/or local government web sites for departments dealing with aging. For example, I grew up in Ohio and there the state’s Department of Aging administers a senior savings program called the Golden Buckeye Card. This program offers lots of extra savings for folks, particularly at businesses that aren’t big national chains and don’t appear on the list before. Whether it’s the corner donut shop, a small local restaurant, or the neighborhood bowling alley, make sure you ask and there may be a discount waiting for you.
One thing you will definitely want to do is sign up for an AARP membership. Many of the discount programs listed below will ask for an AARP membership card. If you’re 50 years or older, you can join. You can pay as little as $9 per year if you sign up for a five year membership. Also, we have listed some of the most popular AARP senior discounts below, but check out this page for even more AARP discounts for seniors.
Now let’s get to the senior discounts. Here are some national (and large regional) chains of travel, grocery and retail companies that offer senior citizen (and almost senior citizen) discounts:
TRAVEL:
American Airlines – They offer senior fares for select domestic markets. Instead of searching for flights on their home page, use this advanced search page that allows you to select the passenger’s age and possibly unlock additional discounts if offered between your cities on your preferred date of travel.
Avis Rent-A-Car – AARP members save up to 30% off base car rental rates, plus based on availability you can get an upgrade on compact up to full size car bookings. No fee for an additional driver too. Book online or by phone with Avis. 1-800-331-1800 is their number.
Budget Rent-A-Car – AARP members save up to 30% off base car rental rates, plus based on availability you can get an upgrade on compact up to full size car bookings. No fee for an additional driver too. Book online or by phone with Budget. 1-800-733-9092 is their number.
Best Western – Guests 55 and up can save up to 15% on room prices at Best Western hotels and resorts.
British Airways – AARP members save $65 off World Traveller (economy) and World Traveller Plus (premium economy) fares or $200 off Club World (business class) fares for round-trip transatlantic tickets to over 130 destinations, including Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
Hertz Car Rental – Seniors ages 50 and up can save 20% off bbase rates every day with the Hertz Fifty Plus program.
Hilton Hotels – AARP members get 10% off Hilton’s hotels when booking online. If available, you can get complimentary 2 pm late checkout too. Hilton’s hotels include lots of brands like Embassy Suites, DoubleTree, Hampton and Homewood Suites.
Marriott Hotels – All guests ages 62 and up are eligible for the Marriott Senior Discount Program. That should save you 15% or more on your room rate for up to two rooms per nnight. Proof of age required at check-in, but not everyone staying in the room(s) must be senior rate eligible.
Payless Car Rentals – AARP members save 5% on leisure daily, weekly, weekend and monthly base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size bookings. You can book online or by phone at 1-800-729-5377.
Radisson Hotels – AARP members save 10% off the best available room rates when booking online or by calling 1-800-967-9919. They also earn Gold status in only four stays.
United Airlines – Customers ages 65 and up can get discounted senior fares for select destinations. Select the seniors category (ages 65 and up) when booking on their web site or ask your agent for more details about these fares when booking via phone.
ENTERTAINMENT:
AMC Theaters – Seniors ages 60 and up get discounted tickets at participating theaters every day. Select senior pricing when buying your tickets online. Hot tip: Try to double dip this pricing with matinee pricing to save even more. FYI, they also offer military and student discounts too!
Cinemark – Locations have Seniors Days, but they may vary by location. Contact your local Cinemark to learn the exact day of the week/month. You can get one ticket at the Seniors Day price for any movie at any showtime. Real 3D showtimes include a premium in addition to the Seniors Day price. Seniors Day pricing is not available for Cinemark XD, Xtreme, IMAX and special engagements.
Regal Cinemas – AARP members save 20% on Regal ePremiere tickets purchased online. Additionally, AARP members can save $3 off popcorn and soft drink combos.
Showcase Cinemas – Senior citizens ages 60 and up get $7.75 movie tickets on Wednesdays. Popcorn and fountain beverage is just $5.50 for seniors too. Applies to all movies, excluding Lux Level performances, special engagements, Event Cinema presentations and holidays. Available at all locations except Showcase SuperLux.
TCBY – There is no national senior discount at TCBY, but you should ask because some locations offer 10% off for customers ages 55 and up.
Ticketmaster – AARP members have discounts on select events, including 2-for-1 tickets, Me+3 4-packs, and events with select tickets under $40. Discounts can’t be combined with any other discount.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts – AARP members get 10% off the best available rate when booking online or by phone at 1-800-364-6072.
Zipcar – AARP members get $20 off an annual membership. If new to Zipcar, you will also get $40 in free driving credit. Enter your AARP membership number when signing up online, or mention it to the agent if signing up by phone at 1-866-494-7227.
GROCERIES & DRUGSTORES:
Albertsons – SOME Albertsons stores offer a 10% discount for folks ages 55 and up on the first Wednesday of the month. Call your local store to see if they participate.
Fred Meyer – Seniors age 55+ get an extra 10% off select items on the first Tuesday of every month. These discounted items include private brand groceries from Fred Meyer, Kroger, Simple Truth and more. Also included in the discount are apparel, shoes and accessories, all home items, toys, sporting goods, auto, garden and electronics.
Harris Teeter – Seniors ages 60 and up save 5% on Thursday with their VIC card.
Rite Aid – There are lots of benefits for 65+ Rite Aid Rewards+ Members, but my favorite is 5x points on in-store purchases on the first Wednesday of every month.
Walgreens – AARP members ages 55 and up can link their AARP and myWalgreens memberships to earn 10% Wagreens Cash Rewards on Walgreens brand health and wellness products, 7% Cash Rewards on Walgreens brand beauty products, and 3% Casah Rewards on other eligible beauty purchases. The first Tuesday of each month is also Senior Savings Day at Walgreens with 20% off regular price items, both in-store or online. Proof of age may be required.
RESTAURANTS:
Applebee’s – Some locations offer a 10% discount to folks that show their AARP card. Years ago, Applebee’s had their “Golden Apple Card” for seniors, but this program was discontinued some years ago.
Arby’s – This is another one of the “some locations” deals. There are some Arby’s locations that offer 10% discounts, while others offer free drinks to folks 55 and up. Ask your local restaurant.
Bonefish Grill – Save 10% off your check with your AARP membership card or mention your AARP membership number over the phone for curbside carry-out orders. Discount does not apply to alcoholic beverages. The dine-in discount is for all locations. The curbside discount is at participating locations only.
Chart House – AARP members get 10% off food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Cicis Pizza – Per their FAQ on their web site, many of their restaurants offer discounts, but they vary by location because most Cicis are individually owned. Ask your local pizza shop.
Corner Bakery Cafe – AARP members get 10% off dine-in and carry-out orders when they show their AARP membership card at checkout or mention their AARP membership number over the phone.
Denny’s – AARP members get 15% off their check when they present their AARP card or mention their AARP membership number over the phone for pick-up orders. The pick-up discount is participating locations only. Discount is not stackable with other offers or promotions and does not apply to the purchase of gift cards.
IHOP – There is a special, lower-priced 55+ menu with smaller portions availabale at all times, plus some participating locations have additional promos, like discounted menu items and BOGO entrees at select hours of the day.
Joe’s Crab Shack – AARP members get 10% off their check, excluding alcoholic beverages.
KFC – Although there is no national senior discount policy, some locations offer discounts of 5-10% or a free drink with entree purchase. Contact your local KFC for details.
Krispy Kreme – There is no national senior discount, but many locations offer 10% off for folks ages 50 and up. Contact your local donut shop for details. Also, view the latest Krispy Kreme promotions here.
Landry’s Inc. Restaurants (lots of brands) – AARP members get 10% off their check, excluding alcoholic beverages. Click the link to see the full list of their restaurants.
McAlister’s Deli – Link your AARP membership to your McAlister’s Rewards account online and save 10% on in-store, app and online orders.
McDonald’s – There is no official company policy, but most locations offer discounted coffee and beverages to customers ages 55 and up.
Moe’s Southwest Grill – Link your AARP membership to your Moe’s Rewards account online and save 10% on in-store, app and online orders.
Outback Steakhouse – AARP members get 10% off their check (excluding alcoholic beverages) when they present their AARP card or mention their AARP membership number over the phone for curbside carry-out orders. The curbside discount is participating locations only.
Schlotsky’s – AARP members get 10% off in-store, in-app and online orders at participating locations when they link their AARP membership to their Schlotsky’s Rewards account.
Wendy’s – There is no nationwide discount for seniors at Wendy’s, but select locations offer a discounted drink or 10% off your order upon request.
Whataburger – They do not have a nationwide discount, but some locations offer 10% discounts to guests ages 55 and up. Others off a small coffee or soft drink with the purchase of a meal.
RETAIL & MORE:
Goodwill – Contact your local store to find out their Senior Savings Day. They used to offer a 10% discount every Tuesday at all Goodwill stores, but that national promotion no longer exists. It is now on a store-by-store basis.
Jiffy Lube – Per their FAQ on the Jiffy Lube web site, some locations offer senior citizen discounts, but they vary based on location. Contact your local Jiffy Lube to find out if they offer a discount in your area.
Kohl’s – Seniors age 60 and up get a 15% discount. This is in-store only and you can’t combine with another percent off coupon or offer. Dollar off coupons and Kohl’s Cash are applied before the 15% discount is calculated.