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The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
95,280 reviews
#1 of 351 Museums in New York City
"surreal amazing beautiful memorial lots of people about but very quiet, peaceful, the museum is breathtaking the stories from those affected by 911 & all their pictures displayed, amazing a must see and to pay you...""We took the guided tour around the museum, and it was so worth it, yes its a little expensive, but the insight and knowledge that the guides pass on makes it worth every penny, and gives you information and unders..."
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
54,590 reviews
#2 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Such a unique museum and so very glad i visited, as the exhibits ranged from beautifully interpretive clothig, to "soul inspired" American quilts, priceless Egyptian antiquities, masterpiece paintings, ancient to...""Roman and Greek art, renaissance and middle age), the MET has incredibile collections of Chinese, American and other culture’s art, plus beautiful and informative musical instrument and weapon’s collections."
New York Public Library
14,360 reviews
#3 of 351 Museums in New York City
"The historic landmark (1911) features friendly, helpful staff; fabulous architecture; millions of books; a stunning interior; and a ranking of second largest research library in the United States.""We’ve visited the NYC Public Library multiple times, and it is always a joy; the area around the library (Park, bodegas, Japanese book shop), are such a pleasant respite from the hustle of Manhattan."
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
17,913 reviews
#4 of 351 Museums in New York City
"... Gauguin Van Gogh and some massive Monet canvasses Free audio a must Particularly enjoyed the modern architecture exhibitions from Frank Lloyd Wright and Bauhaus Sculpture garden is free and Open to the public""Famous works of art are on display from such artists as Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Claude Monet, Piet Mondrian, Jackson Pollock, and my favorite, Vincent van Gogh! Starry Night by Van Gogh is definitely the mos..."
American Museum of Natural History
25,580 reviews
#5 of 351 Museums in New York City
"You can explore the extensive Halls: Earth and Planetary Science, Human Origins and Culture, Biodiversity and Environment, Birds, Reptiles and Amphibians, Mammals, and Fossils; visit the Rose Center for Earth and...""The permanent exhibitions are one-of-a-kind, the changing exhibitions are interactive and first class, the Rose Center is a fantastic science museum, and the size of the museum allows for large scale items to be d..."
Ground Zero Museum Workshop
2,907 reviews
#6 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Being able to touch some of the recovered artifacts from the tragic 9/11 incident, to seeing in detail the fantastic photography work by Gary Marlon Suson is a very emotionally humbling experience.""I felt enormous pride, gratitude and brother/sisterhood with the countless documented pictures and stories about acts of heroism and also about the genuine shared grief that tragically but also lovingly connects s..."
KGB Espionage Museum
299 reviews
#7 of 351 Museums in New York City
"What I think is especially great about this museum is that our group was made up of people from many different countries, from Taiwan to Colombia and beyond, yet everyone enjoyed it immensely!""This relatively small museum is packed with interesting items, and while you can read the descriptions and explore on your own, it was definitely more fun to have the "jewels" of the exhibit pointed out by the guide."
Frick Collection
8,653 reviews
#8 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Situated in a lovely mansion on Fifth Avenue which was converted into a museum, this small gem contains a treasure trove of fine paintings, sculpture, ceramic pieces, and exquisite furnishings.""The Old Master paintings, European sculpture and decorative arts are housed in One of New York City’s few remaining Gilded Age mansions, The museum opened in 1935 and continues to be an oasis for inspiration."
The Morgan Library & Museum
2,025 reviews
#9 of 351 Museums in New York City
"There is a Gutenberg Bible on display as many great classics by any famous author you can think of; Lord Byron, Charles Dickens, Edgar Allan Poe, John Ruskin, Mark Twain, and many more.""In addition to constantly changing exhibitions, visiting the former mansion of J.P. Morgan and its magnificent library is a wonderful experience, In addition there is a lovely cafe as well as a more formal restaur..."
The Met Cloisters
5,091 reviews
#10 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Our guide, Betty Anne, was very welcoming and knowledgeable about medieval gardens and the beautiful landscaping and incorporated some of the lovely tapestries displayed including the famous Unicorn tapestries, wh...""A cloistered outdoor gardens nested in Washington Heights in Fort Tryon Park is a museum and garden devoted to medieval Europe of Romanesque period filled with paintings, period arches, Gothic arch doors, arch win..."
Museum at Eldridge Street
457 reviews
#11 of 351 Museums in New York City
"... been restored to its original majestic beauty with incredible attention to detail by exceptionally talented artisans .It is breathtaking to behold and a testament to a very significant time ion American history.""This most unique museum allows everyone who walks through their doors to experience what life was like and still is in a synagogue- you willl learn about Jewish religious practices in a beautifully restore synagogue"
Rubin Museum of Art
399 reviews
#12 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Absolutely marvelous museum on the art, history, and religion of the Himalayas including wonderful, in-depth installations on Buddhism and Hinduism.""Donald & Shelly Rubin (the museum founders) are to be praised for the realization of their great love of Buddhist Art and their ability to turn their vision into the most peaceful place in NYC."
Museum of Jewish Heritage
498 reviews
#13 of 351 Museums in New York City
"The Jewish Museum focuses on art and culture, and the Center for Jewish History is a joint venture of several organizations involved in academics, including research, but the focus of this museum is the Holocaust.""The show is brilliantly organized, with a skilful blend of general European and German history from the later Middle Ages to the Nazi era, with objects and stories that illustrate that history."
Gulliver's Gate
2,817 reviews
#14 of 351 Museums in New York City
"The detail of the exhibits, which included teeny, tiny, lavish, detailed scenes from NYC, India, the UK, China, Brazil, Australia, Dubai, and everywhere else in the world and close to home, are riveting as you exc...""The displays cover a very broad swathe of the real world from the skyscrapers of NY, the middle East and Asia, to historic places of worship, ancient and modern famous buildings like the Eiffel Tower, Tower Bridge..."
Merchant's House Museum
300 reviews
#15 of 351 Museums in New York City
"The Merchant’s House is New York City’s only family home preserved intact, inside and out, from the 19th century A guided tour is available with the price of admission and is chock full of history about the house...""... resonance; showcasing different aspects of middle class and 19th century life in New York City, this museum being uniquely suited to display the effects of industrial revolution and the change in modern life f..."
Ellis Island
7,210 reviews
#16 of 351 Museums in New York City
"This is an incredible historical site dedicated to both a tribute to the history of immigration to the US, but also to researching how those immigrants are the ancestors of a huge number of Americans.""... during the 20th century you can relive the stories of people that created Little Italy, Scandinavian villages and Irish communities accross the US of A. The trip is combined with a visit to the Statue of Liberty."
Tenement Museum
6,553 reviews
#17 of 351 Museums in New York City
"We took the Irish Outsiders tour, and it was absolutely fantastic!! Our tour guide SJ was interesting and insightful, and it's amazing how well-reconstructed both the rooms and experiences of the Moore family are,...""Our tour guide for the Hard Times tour was an excellent storyteller and was able to make history come alive as well as make the links to current social issues in a thought provoking and respectful way."
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
9,345 reviews
#18 of 351 Museums in New York City
"It's a very well laid-out museum with loads to see and do - plenty of interactive stuff, videos to watch and things to look at which gives you a great sense of the history of the ship and her crew, as well as the...""... submarine) - The excellent (and well maintained) displays in the hangers (especially the kids-zone) - The good range of planes on the flight deck - Concorde - The Space Shuttle An aviation enthusiasts’ dream !"
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
3,129 reviews
#19 of 351 Museums in New York City
"we visited ellis island as part of a package after our trip to the Statue of Liberty - same tour guide, once again, very knowledgable and informative - although you can tour the island on you own i would strongly...""The museum has been beautifully restored, it offers a comprehensive adventure starting from the beginning of the city's immigration history until the island was closed, explaining who arrived, what those people di..."
The Museum at FIT
234 reviews
#20 of 351 Museums in New York City
"The Museum at FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology, a state university) is an amazing museum if you're interested in fashion history, clothing and dress, or popular culture.""There's always something interesting to see, whether it's Christian Dior from the New Look era, Rodarte looks from a recent season or costumes from any number of performances or entertainers."
Neue Galerie
1,599 reviews
#21 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Loved the wonderful collection of Klimt paintings including Woman in Gold, Special Exhibit on Paintings from Weimar Republic and special exhilarating on self portraits from Durer, Rembrandt, Egon Schiele, Max Beck...""The Neue Galerie is always worth a visit to admire its collection of works by Gustav Klimt and other German and Austrian artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but on this occasion there was a special..."
New-York Historical Society Museum & Library
823 reviews
#22 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Great value activity in NYC - fantastic exhibition, well organized, completely transports you to Harry Potter's universe and the historical origins of magic, astronomy, science and mysticism.""The Tiffany exhibit was dazzling, extensive, and highly informative -- one quickly came to appreciate the depth of artistry and craft involved, including the pioneering role played by a key female designer."
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site
221 reviews
#23 of 351 Museums in New York City
"The Park Ranger who led the tour was very informative and clearly passionate about the history of TR and could relate him to other historic sites in New York City as well as National Park sites throughout the coun...""This Theodore Roosevelt historic site is a reproduction of the NYC townhouse where he was born and spent his childhood."
New York City Fire Museum
260 reviews
#24 of 351 Museums in New York City
"From the ancient firefighting horse-drawn carriages to the September 11, 2001 memorial section, to the history of the trade as traced through the history of the city and its boroughs, the most notable historical f...""The artifacts in this small museum are fabulous, and kids and adults will thoroughly enjoy seeing the tradition and history of the FDNY, as well as the evolution of fire-fighting equipment over the years."
The Jewish Museum
473 reviews
#25 of 351 Museums in New York City
"The Jewish Museum is outstanding for its permanent collection of Jewish art and historical artifacts, as well as for its special exhibits such as he recent show on Jewish contribution ms to revolutionary Russian art.""The Jewish Museum is a first class art museum that houses a great collection of art, which pays tribute to the rich culture and history of the Jewish people."
Spyscape
372 reviews
#26 of 351 Museums in New York City
"There are exhibits about different spies throughout recent history- as one other poster said, there's a lot about WWII and the Enigma machines- and there's a whole interactive thing, with different activities to d...""Really interesting museum for those who are looking for an interactive experience while learning about famous spies, historical events in which spies have played key roles, etc. Highlights included a laser room to..."
Hayden Planetarium
419 reviews
#27 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Haven't been to The Hayden Planetarium or Museum of Natural History in years ... Show at the Hayden was great to sit and just take in as much info as you want, or just sit and watch the show.""If you have time when you visit New York, go to the Museum of Natural History and check out the 'Dark Universe' show at the Hayden Planetarium... it literally blew my mind."
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
582 reviews
#28 of 351 Museums in New York City
"... is showing Nature by Design, featuring four centuries worth of selections from its permanent collection, including jewelry, textiles, and furnitures by designers interpreting nature's beauty and science.""The daughter of the late Andrew Carnegie donated his NY mansion to the Smithsonian and in the beautiful surroundings, the display of textiles is inspiring, interesting, and enjoyable."
Whitney Museum of American Art
3,142 reviews
#30 of 351 Museums in New York City
"Located at the edge of Greenwich Village many artists worked withn just a few blocks of the museum, and Edward Hooper, a close friend of Mrs. Whitney, left his personal collection and archives to her museum.""Great works from American ‘greats’ and being located in the meat packing district is in easy walking distance of lots of commercial galleries as well as David Zwimer and the Gagosian."
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- The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
- American Museum of Natural History
- The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
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