Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum

The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum showcases a wide variety of restored aircraft, along with marine and space exhibits on the now decommissioned USS Intrepid aircraft carrier

British Airways Concorde at the Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum
British Airways Concorde at the Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum cc licensed photo by Daniel Bonatto

Since 1982, the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum has invited visitors to explore naval aviation and maritime history through a collection of restored military vessels docked in the Hudson River on Manhattan's West Side.

Before being decommissioned in 1974, USS Intrepid served in World War II, as a recovery ship for NASA and in the Vietnam War. The museum opened in 1982, after New York real estate developer, Zachary Fischer saved the aircraft carrier from the scrapheap and now showcases a cruise missile submarine, the USS Growler, a British Airways Concorde supersonic jet, and a Lockheed A-12 CIA reconnaissance plane. In 2011, the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum added a NASA prototype of the Space Shuttle Enterprise to its collection which is schedule to be available for public viewing in the near future.

Admission to Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum covers access to the aircraft carrier, the submarine and the Concorde with free guided tours included in the ticket price. On the Flight Deck, visitors can explore a world class collection of 30 restored aircraft and climb to the navigation bridge for a cinematic view of the New York City skyline. The Hangar Deck engages visitors with variety of interactive, hands-on exhibits demonstrating the technology and manpower required to power the 40,000 tonne vessel. The newly restored Gallery and Third Decks, home to the Ready Room and Combat Information Center, offer a unique insight into life aboard the ship for the 3,000 enlisted men. In the newly opened Mess Hall, visitors can enjoy lunch or a snack at Au Bon Pain in recreated sailor's dining room. Well-worth the additional charge is a visit to the Virtual Flight Zone offering a supersonic flight simulators and a 4D Motion Theatre.

Free admission is available for retired and active military personnel.

Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes.

Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

  • Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Address: Pier 86, W 46th St, New York, NY 10036, USA

Phone: (212) 245-0072

Official Website: Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum

Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum Reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating This was a must do for me and my group. Patriotic group here. Much respect for all who have served and are serving our country. The museum was great, so much to see. The Intrepid herself is a treasure as are all the aircraft and other exhibits. I especially liked seeing the Space Shuttle Enterprise, and the surrounding space exhibits -very cool! If you enjoy military and space history, I highly recommend visiting. Well worth it in my opinion!!🇺🇸
Paul Duffe - 2 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating Very interesting museum. I recommend a visit. It will be interesting for both adults and children, my 12 year old daughter was thrilled to visit this ship. She especially liked the virtual reality space flight !!! You can go to space for 15$). You will also see a prototype of a real space shuttle. There is an underwater bathyscaphe in the museum, but we did not have time to visit it. Be careful - at the entrance to the museum your bags will be checked for prohibited items (knives, and cutting objects). Bring your own food and water for snacks.Count on a whole day to spend in the museum it works from 10 am to 5 pm - it is very large and interesting .
Анна Лященко - 3 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating From San Francisco. We went here thinking a quick run-through. Instead spent 4 hours exploring the ship including an hour guided tour that was fantastic. The Enterprise challenger was extraordinary. Teen age boys or girls would love this experience. I highly recommend this adventure.
CD A - 2 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating Super cool spot. I was there actually for a conference but got a few glances of the main hall. It's like an aviation museum inside of a unique venue. I'm sure kids would love a place like did. Btw, the place is mostly wheelchair accessible, they have elevators that allow access to the key areas.
Daniel Truque - 3 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating Worth the money. Whether you like something like this or not, it doesn’t matter. I think you will like it anyways. We saw many kids that really enjoyed the place, so yes it is kids friendly. I recommend you to enter latest at around 2pm. That way you can see everything in your own pace. Sit and relax. Maybe grab something from the cafe and continue your tour. They closed at 6pm when we were there so at that time we were on a queue to see the submarine. We stood there around 5.30pm and were afraid they wouldn’t let us in, but the ship and the queue for the submarine closed at 6pm and those who were in the queue at that time could still enter. There is a free audio app that you can use inside, and other places in NYC. Me and my husband really loved it! I think you will too.
A A - 2 weeks ago

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Directions

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How to get to Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum by Subway

Take the A, C, E, N, R, S, 1, 2, 3, or 7 train to 42nd Street, walk or take the M42 Metro Bus west on 42nd Street to Hudson River (12th Avenue), then go right (north) to the museum entrance.

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