Museums in New York
Tickets for New York's major museums: the Met, MoMA, Whitney, Guggenheim, American Museum of Natural History, Intrepid, and more. Timed entry skips the at-the-door queue, which can run 30–60 minutes in peak season.
NYC American Museum of Natural History Tickets
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New York 9/11 Memorial and National Museum Tickets
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The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Tickets
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NYC Guggenheim Museum Tickets
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New York Madame Tussauds Tickets
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NYC Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum with Skip-the-Line Tickets
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New York American Museum of Natural History Tickets with Special Exhibition Access
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New York Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) Tickets + Tour
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American Museum of Natural History All Exhibitionss Tickets
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NYC Whitney Museum of American Art Entry Tickets
2 hours · ★ 4.6 (857)
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New York Guided Tour with Guggenheim Museum Tickets
5 hours · ★ 4.7 (2104)
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NYC Spyscape Museum Tickets
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New York 9/11 Ground Zero Museum Workshop
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New York Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) Small Group Guided Tour
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New York Metropolitan Museum of Art Mysteries and Ghosts Guided Tour
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New York Guided Tour with MoMa Museum Tickets
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About
New York's museum lineup is one of the densest in the world, and even a week-long trip only scratches the surface. The Met, MoMA, the Guggenheim, the Whitney, and the American Museum of Natural History form the standard rotation, joined by smaller draws like the Tenement Museum, the Frick, the Intrepid, and the New-York Historical Society.
Most large museums require or strongly recommend timed entry, especially on weekends and during school holidays. Booking online with a timed slot lets you walk past the at-the-door queue, which can run 30–60 minutes during peak weeks.
Some museums offer pay-what-you-wish hours for New York State residents (the Met) or free admission on specific evenings (MoMA on Friday nights). For visitors flying in, timed tickets remain the simplest path through the door.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book museum tickets in advance?
For the Met, MoMA, the Whitney, and the AMNH, yes — at least for peak weekends. Smaller museums are usually walk-up. Booking ahead also locks in a specific entry window so you can plan the rest of the day.
Are museum tickets refundable?
Most timed-entry tickets are refundable up to 24 hours before the slot. Some special-exhibition tickets are non-refundable. The policy is shown at checkout.
How long should I budget for the Met or MoMA?
For a focused visit, 2–3 hours covers the headline collection. For a thorough visit, plan 4–5 hours and bring a snack. Both museums have on-site cafés.
Are children admitted free?
Most NYC museums offer free entry for kids under 12. The AMNH and the Met have specific kids' programs and discounted tickets for 12–17. Check the museum page for current rates.
Can I bring a bag or backpack?
Small bags are allowed and go through security checks. Large bags and luggage usually need to be checked at the coat check, which is free at most museums.
Are exhibitions covered by the standard ticket?
Standard admission covers the permanent collection. Major special exhibitions (the Met's blockbusters, MoMA's headlining shows) sometimes need a separate timed ticket — listed on the museum's site.
Are museums accessible for wheelchairs?
All major NYC museums are wheelchair accessible, with free loaner wheelchairs at the entrance and accessible bathrooms. Some special exhibitions in upper floors may have stair-only sections — check the museum's accessibility page.
What is the difference between general admission and special exhibitions?
General admission covers the permanent collection. Special exhibitions are time-limited shows (often 2–6 months) and may need a separate ticket or a timed reservation on top of general admission.