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
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 out of 5
Excellent museum, worth a visit! The place is set in scene nicely with a great view over the surrounding area. The expositions cover the carrier itself, several types of aircraft as well as the space shuttle Enterprise and the Concorde supersonic airplane. I would recommend this museum to every techie who visits New York. The personnel was really nice and helpful - nothing to complain here! The A/C was set up a bit high in theoughput in the mess hall, but the rest was just enjoyable - would love to visit again anytime!
Manfred Lemke - in the last week
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 - a month ago
Great place. You could spend a day here. Lots to see. They have a real space shuttle inside the air-craft carrier. Kids can experience flying in a simulator and going to the moon. Both are under $20.
Tim Bergen - a week ago
From San Francisco. We went here thinking a quick run-through. Instead spent 4 hours exploring the ship including an hour guided tour that was fantastic. The Enterprise challenger was extraordinary. Teen age boys or girls would love this experience. I highly recommend this adventure.
CD A - a month ago
Very interesting museum. I recommend a visit. It will be interesting for both adults and children, my 12 year old daughter was thrilled to visit this ship.
She especially liked the virtual reality space flight !!! You can go to space for 15$).
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 - a month ago
Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| A, C, E, N, Q, R, W, S, 1, 2, 3, or 7 | Time Square | 20 minutes |
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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