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Girl observing butterflies with magnifying glass in vivarium.
Dinosaur skeleton exhibit in Fossil Halls with visitors exploring displays.
Visitors watching a cosmic display at the Encounters in the Milky Way exhibit, American Museum of Natural History.
Visitors viewing cosmic display at Encounters in the Milky Way exhibit, American Museum of Natural History.

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    • Unlock the full experience at the American Museum of Natural History with access to all ticketed exhibitions. No need to pick and choose.

    • Enjoy single-entry admission plus entry to 40+ halls covering natural history, human cultures, Earth, and space.

    • Wander at your own pace as you explore everything from towering dinosaurs and ocean life to biodiversity and dazzling gems.

    • Don’t miss iconic highlights like the Blue Whale and Tyrannosaurus rex, along with immersive, rotating exhibits, all included in one seamless visit.

    • Adding all ticketed exhibitions is a great complement to your general admission, letting you dive deeper into immersive, limited-time exhibits alongside the museum’s main highlights.

    • 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 all ticketed exhibitions (if upgrade selected):

      • Encounters in the Milky Way

      • Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium

      • Invisible Worlds

      • Worlds Beyond Earth

      • Life at the Limits

      • Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs

    • Food and beverages
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Museum admission with access to included exhibitions across 40+ halls, letting you explore at your own pace.

    Getting started

    Head to the museum entrance and have your ticket scanned. It’s quick and hassle-free. Grab a map if you’d like, or simply follow the signs and start exploring; you’ll have access to all exhibitions marked as included on the day.

    What to expect

    With over 40 halls to explore, you can move at your own pace through a world of natural wonders, from ancient dinosaurs and ocean life to human origins, Earth, and space. Alongside the permanent galleries, enjoy access to all included exhibitions, so you can dive into both iconic displays and rotating experiences in one seamless visit.

    Features

    • Blue whale model: Stand beneath the awe-inspiring centerpiece of the Hall of Ocean Life and get a sense of the sheer scale of marine giants.

    • Tyrannosaurus rex and dinosaur halls: Come face-to-face with legendary fossils and uncover how scientists piece together life from millions of years ago.

    • Halls of Gems and Minerals: Discover dazzling geologic treasures and learn what makes each specimen unique in color, form, and rarity.

    • Planet Earth and Hall of the Universe: Explore engaging displays that bring our planet and the cosmos to life through models, artifacts, and interactive exhibits.

    • All ticketed exhibitions: Go beyond the main halls with access to immersive, limited-time exhibits that add an extra layer to your visit.

  • What to bring

    • Bring along a valid photo ID.

    • Wear comfortable shoes—you’ll be covering a lot of ground as you explore the American Museum of Natural History.

    Whats not allowed

    • Food, drinks, luggage, and large bags aren’t allowed inside, so it’s best to travel light.

    • Planning to take photos? Go for it, but skip the flash, tripods, drones, and selfie sticks, as they’re not permitted.

    Accessibility

    • The museum is fully wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • Getting there is easy—the museum has a parking garage at the 81st Street entrance and is right by the 81st Street–Museum of Natural History subway stop (B & C lines).

    • If you’re a New York State resident, you can choose your own admission price. Just show a valid ID.

    • You can also visit for free during the last hour of the day, from 4:30pm to 5:30pm.

    • US military members and their families get free general admission during the Blue Star program (from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day), along with year-round free entry for military members and one guest.

    • If you’re eligible for complimentary admission, make sure to carry a valid government ID.

    • 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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