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10:00am - 05:30pm

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(1,962)

Markus Arnold

Markus

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We visited the American Museum of Natural History with our family (two children, ages 9 and 11) – and it was a fantastic experience! The museum is incredibly interesting and full of fascinating exhibits. Our kids were especially amazed by the dinosaur halls and the impressive animal dioramas. There’s also plenty for adults to enjoy – from the ocean exhibits to human history and space displays. Everything is presented in an engaging and educational way, perfect for both kids and grown-ups. You should definitely plan to spend at least four hours here to explore the main sections without rushing. The museum is huge, so it helps to decide in advance which areas you want to see most. Overall, a wonderful and educational outing for the whole family – highly recommended!
Tatiana Karpenko

Tatiana

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Absolutely recommend going to this museum. We found a free guided tour there. It was a great idea. And the museum shone with even brighter colors. We were there for 3 hours, and we didn't go around all the halls. Walking is not to be crossed. The electronic voucher needs to be exchanged for a ticket.
John Jones

John

Aug 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Lots to see at the American Natural History Museum, I'd recommend buying the tickets in advance online as they will tell you to do this in line anyway. Also I wouldn't buy all of exhibitions tickets, each one is fascinating and was well worth $10 each but you won't have time to see them all plus the regular entry exhibits. The Hayden Planetarium was a stand out for me though so I'd recommend working that in for sure. It blows away the one at the Franklin Institute in Philly.

    • Explore the American Museum of Natural History and learn about the planet, the universe, the evolution of our species, wildlife species, dinosaurs, and more, with fun & interactive exhibits & displays.

    • See the largest dinosaur fossil collection, including the T-rex, Apatosaurus, and a 122-foot Titanosaur at the museum.

    • Marvel at over 5,000 minerals, including giant amethyst geodes and fluorescent minerals, in the stunning Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals.

    • At the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life, immerse yourself in marine ecosystems with 750+ animal models, including the iconic 94-foot, 21,000-pound blue whale.

    • Upgrade your ticket to add access to a special ticketed exhibition, Encounters in the Milky Way, Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium, Invisible Worlds, Worlds Beyond Earth, or Life at the Limits.

    • Entry to the American Museum of Natural History

    • Access to over 40 permanent halls plus the included exhibitions:

      • 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

      • What's in a Name?

    • Wi-Fi onsite

    • Access to any 1 ticketed exhibition (if upgrade selected):

      • Encounters in the Milky Way

      • Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium

      • Invisible Worlds

      • Worlds Beyond Earth

      • Life at the Limits

    • Food and beverages

    • Additional ticketed exhibitions

  • These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 31 Dec, 2025.

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    What our guests say

    Markus Arnold

    Markus

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We visited the American Museum of Natural History with our family (two children, ages 9 and 11) – and it was a fantastic experience! The museum is incredibly interesting and full of fascinating exhibits. Our kids were especially amazed by the dinosaur halls and the impressive animal dioramas. There’s also plenty for adults to enjoy – from the ocean exhibits to human history and space displays. Everything is presented in an engaging and educational way, perfect for both kids and grown-ups. You should definitely plan to spend at least four hours here to explore the main sections without rushing. The museum is huge, so it helps to decide in advance which areas you want to see most. Overall, a wonderful and educational outing for the whole family – highly recommended!
    Tatiana Karpenko

    Tatiana

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Absolutely recommend going to this museum. We found a free guided tour there. It was a great idea. And the museum shone with even brighter colors. We were there for 3 hours, and we didn't go around all the halls. Walking is not to be crossed. The electronic voucher needs to be exchanged for a ticket.
    Beth Meek

    Beth

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The museum was great. I was disappointed that I didn't book directly with the museum. I had to stand in an extremely long line to redeem my head out vouchers. I thought I was booking directly with the museum on line. Won't do that again.
    Dan Vinetsky

    Dan

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Thank you for excellent service! This was an amazing experience. The Milky Way exhibition was a great experience. The human origins hall was a great collection of evolution history. Liked it more than any other exhibition.
    Andrea Benitez Gutiérrez

    Andrea

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The diversity. The staffs members were so kindness. And I loved how easy it was to purchase these tickets. It was a meaningful experience

  • These tickets are valid until 31 Dec, 2025.

  • Take a deep dive into life on Earth and beyond at the American Museum of Natural History—where science, discovery, and wonder come alive.

    Getting started

    Located on Central Park West at 79th Street. Present your ticket and photo ID at the main entrance. Security screening is mandatory.

    What to expect

    One of the world’s most iconic science museums with exhibits on dinosaurs, space, ocean life, and human origins.

    Features

    • Fossil Halls: See the world’s largest collection of dinosaur fossils, including T. rex, Apatosaurus, and a 122-foot titanosaur.

    • Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals: Discover 5,000+ dazzling specimens, including giant amethysts and glowing minerals.

    • Milstein Hall of Ocean Life: Marvel at ocean biodiversity beneath a 94-foot blue whale suspended from the ceiling.

    • Habitat dioramas: Explore lifelike recreations of mammals from North America and Africa in detailed natural settings.

    • Hall of Human Origins: Trace human evolution with fossil evidence and interactive displays.

    • Rose Center for Earth and Space: Travel through 13 billion years of cosmic history via immersive exhibits and the Hayden Planetarium (based on tour selected).

  • American Museum of Natural History

    Monday10:00am - 05:30pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 05:30pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 05:30pm
    Thursday10:00am - 05:30pm
    Friday10:00am - 05:30pm
    Saturday10:00am - 05:30pm
    Sunday10:00am - 05:30pm

  • What to bring

    • Wear comfortable shoes because the experience involves a lot of walking.

    What's not allowed

    • Please note that food, drinks, luggage, and large bags are not permitted on this experience. Pack wisely!

    • Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, tripods, drones, and selfie sticks are a no-go inside the venue.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • You can select the special exhibit of your choice at the ticket counter when you arrive, based on your preference (valid for General Admission + 1 Ticketed Exhibition ticket).

    • The Museum has a parking garage at its 81st entrance and a subway stop (81st Street – Museum of Natural History) where the B and C trains stop.

    • If you live in New York State, you can choose your own admission price — just show a valid ID at the entrance.

    • 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 instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    • Students must show valid Student ID.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Show your ticket at American Museum of Natural History.

    • Address: 200 Central Park W, New York, NY 10024, United States.

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