American Museum of Natural History
The American Museum of Natural History is both entertaining and interesting for all ages
Beyond the dioramas and the blue whale looming over the Hall of Ocean Life, visitors to the American Museum of Natural History can experience interactive exhibits including a life-sized interactive ecosystem that engulfs you in the sights and smells of the Dzanga-Sangha Rainforest, following the Cosmic Pathway through 13 billion years of celestial evolution or mingling with free-flying butterflies in a tropical forest conservatory.
If it's your first visit to the American Museum of Natural History, consider taking a "Highlights Tour" for an overview of the museum collections or a "Spotlight Tour" for a more in-depth experience. iPhone and iPad users can enjoy the free "American Museum of Natural History Explorer" app that serves as both a personal tour guide and in-museum navigation system; additional American Museum of Natural History exhibit apps are available from the iTunes store.
Young children will enjoy being able to touch the exhibits in the Discovery Room and Hall of Planet Earth and all ages can enjoy an IMAX movie or Space Show in the Hayden Planetarium.
Basic admission to the museums permanent exhibits is by donation (their is a suggested amount). To see special exhibitions and view the IMAX or Planetarium shows you must pay a premium on top of the suggested admission. You should give yourself plenty of time to visit the museum; if you are planning to see the shows and special exhibits you may want to allow a full day and even that may seem tight as there is simply so much to see here!
The museum offers several eateries, but a more wallet friendly method of feeding the whole family may be to enjoy a hot dog or giant pretzel from the street vendors on the museum steps.
Nearby attractions include Central Park, Whitney Museum of American Art, The Frick Collection and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Facts For Your Visit
Official Website: American Museum of Natural History
Fee: From: $31.31 CAD...May vary slightly due to currency fluctuationsAmerican Museum of Natural History
Awe and marvel at one of is one of the largest and most renowned museums in the world, The American Museum of Natural History. Both educational and entertaining, this celebrated New York institution is perfect for adults and children alike. From dinosaur bones to far-off galaxies, spend a day and explore the world, past and present. Add this popular Manhattan attraction to your New York itinerary for a day of wonderment you won't soon forget. Voted the Number One Family Attraction in New York City and Third Most Popular destination in the USA by Zagat Survey Family Travel Guide!
Free Entry with a New York City Explorer Pass
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Regular Hours:
- Monday: 10:00 am - 5:45 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am - 5:45 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am - 5:45 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am - 5:45 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am - 5:45 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:45 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:45 pm
Category: Museums
Address:
Central Park West 79th St
New York, NY 10024
Phone: (212) 769-5100
Reviews
Katarina L. Sep-16-2019
You'll never appreciate how cool this museum is until you see a two year old fall asleep on the train and wake up under the big blue whale. That was the... Read More
You'll never appreciate how cool this museum is until you see a two year old fall asleep on the train and wake up under the big blue whale. That was the...Sarah P. Aug-22-2019
I can't say this is really a museum that I enjoyed. I came here while my dad was visiting and found most of the museum to be a drag. The only interesting... Read More
I can't say this is really a museum that I enjoyed.
I came here while my dad was visiting and found most of the museum to be a drag. The only interesting...Chan'tel G. Aug-17-2019
Came here on a field trip with a bunch of cute little humans and I enjoyed it very much. Upon arrival I quickly realized it was like cute little human day... Read More
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Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| B or C | 81st Street Station | 2 minutes |
| 1 | 79th Street | 12 Minutes |
How to get to American Museum of Natural History by Subway
Take the B (Weekdays Only) or C train to 81st Street / Museum of Natural History, walk south on Central Park West to the museum entrance on your right. Alternatively, take the 1 train to Broadway and West 79th Street, head southwest on Broadway towards 79th Street, turn left at 77th Street, walk two blocks and turn left on Central Park West.
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One of many dioramas inside of the American Museum of Natural History cc licensed photo by Mike Steele -
Blue Whale exhibit in the AMNH cc licensed photo by Daniel Torres Bonatto 
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