American Museum of Natural History

What an amazing place. The mammal exhibits blew me away, and the dinosaur fossils are just stunning. There's to much to see in just one day. There are several cultural exhibitions as well, and the museum has acknowledged that it did not act in the best manner all the time in collecting them. You will definitely learn something while you're here.
Matt Owen - a week ago

No wonder the American Museum of Natural History is considered one of the best natural history museums in the world. The place is unbelievably big, with stunningly beautiful exhibits and a sheer quantity of animals and dinosaurs I’ve never seen gathered in one place before. Everything is spotless, the spaces are designed to be welcoming and people-friendly, with plenty of bathrooms, gift shops, and a great cafeteria (though a bit pricey). But the best part — and something I wish every museum in the world would adopt — is their “pay-what-you-wish” admission for New York State residents. Museums aren’t just for tourists; they’re for families and especially kids. These days, too many parents with multiple children are priced out of cultural and educational opportunities like this. The AMNH went above and beyond, truly fulfilling their social responsibility, and for that I salute them. This museum sets the standard. Absolutely worth visiting — a 20 out of 10 experience.
Haroon Sarwer - 2 weeks ago

We came mainly for the exhibitions – specifically two we were really interested in: the butterfly conservatory and the planetarium show. We bought tickets that included access to all exhibitions, but in my opinion, these two were the most interesting. If you're considering a combo ticket for just one special exhibition, I would personally recommend the planetarium. That said, even without the special exhibitions, there’s so much to see in the museum itself. If you take the time to actually walk through and read the information provided, you’ll find there’s more than enough to keep you busy for a whole day – and even then, you might not manage to see everything. Of course, it depends on what interests you, and not every section will appeal to everyone. The place is very well-maintained, and the ticket price is definitely justified given how much has been invested in the museum. Everything was clean and organized, there are restrooms throughout the building, and several gift shops – each with a different theme. It’s a truly special place. Personally, I’m not that into art or history, and most of the museums in New York focus on those topics. I really enjoy science, so I was happy to find a museum that aligned with my interests. One downside for me was that there were a lot of very young children – and even more so, large groups of school kids who were behaving wildly, making a lot of noise, and unfortunately, really disrupted the experience. I think it would be much better if they had specific days just for school groups, so regular visitors who pay full price can enjoy the museum without interruptions. P.S. If you plan to attend the special exhibitions – be aware that you can’t just walk in freely. Each exhibition starts at a scheduled time, and when you arrive and buy your tickets, you’ll need to sign up for specific time slots. So if you want to attend all the special exhibitions, make sure to arrive early, preferably close to opening time – otherwise, you might miss out.
Miryam Ashurov - 2 months ago

Last Friday, I visited with my Son. The wait time to enter was very quickly since I had pre-ordered our tickets. I highly recommend to purchase your tickets ahead of your visit. The staff (who we came across - who aided us throughout our visit) are very pleasant and helpful. Actually, they were very cheery which was great energy despite the fact that there were so many people visiting. We had such a great time. We spent the entire day at the museum. It was pretty nostalgic for me to see how my Son reacted towards the halls compared to when he was much younger. People were respectful of your space whenever you were taking photos which was pleasantly surprisingly. Also, met nice people from other countries who were visiting NY. We had lunch at the food hall. I must say that the buffet food and dessert was delicious and worth every penny. There's also pre-packed foods that's if you don't want to eat the freshly cooked dishes at the buffet. Also, a wide selection of beverages. The Exhibit shops are small but have all your souvenirs needs. Wish there was a Gem shop. Unless there is one and I missed it. I highly recommend it for either family or Couples outing or if you're just visiting NY. Make time for this because it is a huge museum with over 21+ halls, exhibits and including shops for each exhibit. We plan to go back with the family soon.
Lois Torres - a month ago

The American Museum of Natural History is an amazing place to explore and learn! The exhibits are incredibly well-curated, offering fascinating insights into our planet's history, wildlife, and culture. The museum is so unique with it's life sized dioramas. I especially liked the dinosaur fossils and the space show. A must-visit for families, students, and anyone curious about the natural world
Lisa Chan - 2 weeks ago