Madame Tussauds Wax Museum New York
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in New York City will delight all ages with its incredibly realistic wax figures
The collection of over 200 figures at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in New York look so convincingly real that you may have a hard time believing they are not. The full sized wax figures are painstakingly created with amazing detail using much the same methods that were used 200 years ago.
Fun and educational at the same time, Madame Tussauds famed wax museum will take you on an exciting journey through history as you stroll right up to the amazing wax replicas. You will see likenesses of the rich and famous, heros and villains, entertainers and celebrities, athletes, cartoon characters and more. New likenesses are introduced to the collection on a frequent basis.
Madame Tussauds Wax Exhibitions have a lengthy history going back in excess of 200 years. In 1770, a then young Madame Tussaud studied the method of creating wax figures under the tutilage of Dr. Philippe Curtius. After turning 17 she became an art tutor for the sister of King Louis XVI in the famous Palace Of Versaille in Paris. In the first part of the 19th century Madame Tussaud's exhibition journeyed through Britain showing off its fascinating collection of relics and wax figures of famous public figures from around the world. This travelling showcase presented the news of the day in a visual way much as television does today.
Madame Tussauds settled down at a permanent location in London back in 1835. Today they have many locations throughout the world including New York City where they are conveniently located in the heart of famous Times Square.
The New York location has displays that are unique to New York including their recently launched interactive Spirit of New York exhibit. A Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie (3D plus smoke, wind and smells) is also part of the Madame Tussauds experience in New York as is the chamber of horrors, although you may want to skip the latter if you have younger kids along.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesMadame Tussauds Wax Museum New York Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Address: 234 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
Phone: (212) 512-9600
Official Website: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum New York
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum New York Reviews
Rated out of 5
We had such a wonderful time here! I am an NYC local, but I was curious to see if there had been improvements and it didn't disappoint. They really did some nice upgrading here and it was a much cleaner layout. There was virtually no wait, which was a plus for the busy holiday. I think the best addition was the horror section, as they really outdid them selves. The highlight was the exorcist, a photo that I posted with this. Someone really knocked this thing out of the park!! I also could see some work has gone into improving sculpts and overall the majority were terrific. It was nice to feel like a tourist for a bit without the tourist crowds. I don't do tourist spots much, but this is one I would recommend. The price of the ticket is well rewarded here and a wonderful way to kill some time!
jorge rodriguez - a month ago
This is an absolute must-see, especially if you have kids. They loved how interactive and hands-on the exhibits are, which really keeps them engaged. There are so many fun areas and creative scenes that make it easy to capture amazing family photos. I would definitely recommend stopping by and spending some time exploring everything this place has to offer.
Barry Lein - a month ago
Great experience but we felt like it wasn't very wheelchair friendly. The exhibits and the Marvel show were great and my teen son enjoyed the horror section. Staff are lovely here.
Julie Hunter - a week ago
This place has 5 floors of non stop education, fun and adventure. You start with an elevator ride to the 9th floor and then you end at the 5th floor. The kids loved it ab so did I. Each room is a different theme with different actors, action figures, displays, props and political figures. There was also no line at the door, it’s right outside of Times Square and you can get plenty of photos and a gift shop to bring some souvenirs home with you. I definitely recommend!!
Kevin DiMarzio - a month ago
The Madame Tussauds New York experience was much better than I expected – it was actually absolutely great!
From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by how realistic many of the wax figures looked. Some of the dolls are so lifelike that you almost feel like they’re real people standing next to you. It made taking photos really fun and a bit surreal.
The whole visit was engaging and entertaining, with plenty of different sections and lots of opportunities to interact and take pictures. I went in thinking it might be just “okay,” but I left genuinely impressed.
Overall, I really enjoyed my time at Madame Tussauds New York and would definitely recommend it, especially if you like taking photos and having a fun, unique experience in the city.
Antti Sirkiä - a month ago
Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, or R, W or S | Times Square - 42 Street | 3 minutes |
| B, D, F, or M | 42 Street - Bryant Park | 5 minutes |
| A, C, E | 42 Street - Port Authority Bus Terminal | 3 minutes |
How to get to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum New York by Subway
Take the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, or R train to Times Square / 42 Street Station and walk ½ block west on 42 street or take the B, D, F, or M train to 42 Street / Bryant Park and walk west on 42 street for 1½ blocks, or take the A, C, or E Train to 42 Street / Port Authority Bus Terminal and walk ½ block east on 42 Street.
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