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Visit the American Museum of Natural History to explore natural wonders across space & time, and enjoy access to 1 special exhibit, all permanent galleries, and more, with this ticket.
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The museum is home to over 33 million specimens, including the world’s largest dinosaur fossil collection, rare meteorites, stunning minerals, and cultural artifacts from around the globe.
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Choose from one of the special ticketed exhibitions at the Museum that include: Encounters in the Milky Way, Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium, Invisible Worlds, Worlds Beyond Earth, Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs & Life at the Limits (more details here).
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Learn more about marine ecosystems with 750+ animal models, especially the iconic life-sized blue whale, in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life.
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Step into the Rose Center for Earth and Space, featuring the iconic Hayden Planetarium, a must-visit for astronomy enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of the universe.
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Upgrade for access to all six ticketed exhibitions, unlocking even more immersive science and nature experiences throughout the museum. You can opt between a dated tickets and the flexibility to choose when to visit with flexible tickets.
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Dated entry to the American Museum of Natural History (as per option selected)
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Flexible entry to the American Museum of Natural History (as per option selected)
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Access to over 40 permanent halls plus included exhibitions:
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Apex Stegosaurus Fossil
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Cosmic Splendor
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Extinct and Endangered
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Eyes on the Universe
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Opulent Oceans
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Portraits on Climate and Health: Dreams We Carry
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The Changing Museum
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What's in a Name?
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Wi-Fi onsite
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Access to any 1 or all ticketed exhibitions: (as per option selected)
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Encounters in the Milky Way
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Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium
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Invisible Worlds
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Worlds Beyond Earth
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Life at the Limits
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Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs
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Food and beverages
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Additional ticketed exhibitions
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These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 1 Jan, 2027.
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These tickets are valid until 1 Jan, 2027.
Explore the American Museum of Natural History with access to over 40 permanent halls and your choice of ticketed exhibitions.
Getting started
Arrive at the American Museum of Natural History and present your ticket at the entrance. After a quick check-in, you can select your preferred ticketed exhibition at the counter if your ticket includes this option. Wear comfortable shoes, as the museum covers a large area and involves plenty of walking.
American Museum of Natural History
Dive into a world of science, culture, and discovery across multiple galleries and exhibitions.
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Access over 40 permanent halls, each dedicated to topics like biodiversity, human origins, and the universe.
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Visit included exhibitions such as the Apex Stegosaurus Fossil, Cosmic Splendor, Extinct and Endangered, Eyes on the Universe, Opulent Oceans, Portraits on Climate and Health: Dreams We Carry, The Changing Museum, and What's in a Name?
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Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the museum, making it easy to access digital guides or share your visit.
Ticketed exhibitions
Depending on your ticket type, you can choose to visit one or all of the following special exhibitions:
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Encounters in the Milky Way: Explore the wonders of our galaxy through immersive displays.
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Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium: Walk among live butterflies in a lush, climate-controlled habitat.
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Invisible Worlds: Discover the hidden forces and connections that shape life on Earth.
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Worlds Beyond Earth: Journey through the solar system with cutting-edge visuals and storytelling.
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Life at the Limits: Learn about extraordinary organisms and their survival strategies.
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Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs: Examine the dramatic events that led to the extinction of the dinosaurs.
Wrapping up
If you select a ticket that includes access to all six ticketed exhibitions, you can experience each special exhibit during your visit. Flexible entry options are available for those who want to visit on any day in 2026. After exploring the exhibitions, you are free to continue discovering the museum at your own pace or exit when ready.
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What to bring
- Wear comfortable shoes because the experience involves a lot of walking.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
What’s not allowed
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Keep in mind that food, drinks, luggage and large bags are not allowed on this experience, so pack light.
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Remember that flash photography, tripods, drones and selfie sticks are not allowed inside the venue.
Additional information
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You can select the special exhibit of your choice at the ticket counter when you arrive, based on your preference and ticket option.
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The Museum has a parking garage at its 81st Street entrance and a subway stop at 81st Street – Museum of Natural History, where the B and C trains stop.
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If you live in New York State, you can choose your own admission price, by showing a valid ID at the entrance.
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The museum offers free entry during the last hour of the day, from 4:30pm to 5:30pm.
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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