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Invisible Worlds in American Museum of Natural History
Turtle Odyssey exhibition inside American Museum of Natural History
Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium exhibition inside American Museum of Natural History
Visitors exploring the Encounters in the Milky Way exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History.

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4.2/5

(375)

Jan Zanovit

Jan

Jul 2025
Verified booking
General admission is a combination of a traditional museum with modern elements. There is an opportunity to touch selected exhibits. The individual exhibitions are diverse but not overwhelming. It’s amazing how you managed to create displays that are understandable even for children, yet still engaging for professionals and experts. I only had time to see one ticketed exhibition – Milky Way. That was the highlight of the visit. A true example of the modern era of museology.
Luis Alberto Rodriguez Asmat

Luis

Jun 2025
Verified booking
I loved visiting this Museum of Natural History in New York. I took my time since this time I was alone and I was able to read and appreciate every exibit on floors. I took some extra time when I entered the hall with the South American Pre Inca arqueological remains, from ceramics to gold and silver work to the woven works from these early comunities. And passport to the universe was wonderful..
Harvey Duran

Harvey

Jul 2025
Verified booking
I used to go very frequently when I was in College in the metropolitan area. After many years of my graduation dates (a couple of majors and masters) I still go an visit this extraordinary place with my family every time I return to the area to visit my family. Very well organized, valuable information displayed, clean, easy to access. Great experience as usual. Congratulations!
    • 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.

    • 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.

    • Choose from one of the special ticketed exhibitions at the Museum that include: Encounters in the Milky Way, The Secret World of Elephants, Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium, Invisible Worlds, Worlds Beyond Earth, & Life at the Limits (more details here).

    • Learn more about marine ecosystems with 750+ animal models, especially the iconic life-sized blue whale, in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life.

    • 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.

    • 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?
    • Access to any 1 ticketed exhibition:
      • Encounters in the Milky Way
      • The Secret World of Elephants
      • Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium
      • Invisible Worlds
      • Worlds Beyond Earth
      • Life at the Limits
    • Wi-Fi onsite
    • 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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    Guests from Brazil, France, United Kingdom and over 50 countries have loved this experience

    Patricia Raube

    Patricia

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I took very few photos, because I was so drawn into the fascinating exhibits. I loved the Big Bang experience, the beauty of Invisible Worlds, and the Global Warming exhibit. It was a wonderful afternoon.
    Freddy Jose Soto Pirela

    Freddy

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Amazing 🤩 beautiful 😻 I loved this place ❤️🥰
    Johnny Santiago Hinojosa Herrera

    Johnny

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The museum was great I recommend it 100% first class service it is very easy to get there by subway
    Miguel Acosta

    Miguel

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The tickets were easy to exchange. Time slot was perfect . Made some great memories with my family
    Liangfen Fu

    Liangfen

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I liked the dinosaurs and origin of humans experience, the checking in was very fast for how many people there were, I REALLY loved it Soooooo much. 5 stars !!!
  • These tickets are valid until 31 Dec, 2025.

  • Explore the natural world, from prehistoric fossils to the edge of the universe, at the American Museum of Natural History—where science meets storytelling.

    Getting started

    Enter via the main entrance at Central Park West & 79th Street. Show your ticket and photo ID. All visitors go through a security screening. One special exhibit is included with your ticket—select at entry.

    What to expect

    A vast museum filled with awe-inspiring exhibits on evolution, biodiversity, geology, marine life, human origins, and space.

    Features

    • Special exhibits: Choose one rotating ticketed exhibit like The Secret World of Elephants, Butterfly Vivarium, or the immersive Invisible Worlds.
    • Fossil Halls: Stand beneath fossilized giants like the Tyrannosaurus rex, Stegosaurus, and the 122-foot titanosaur.
    • Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals: View 5,000+ gems, glowing minerals, and amethyst geodes that tell Earth’s ancient story.
    • Milstein Hall of Ocean Life: Gaze up at a 94-foot blue whale model and learn about ocean ecosystems and marine species.
    • Mammal dioramas: Encounter lifelike wildlife in the Bernard Family Hall of North American Mammals and Akeley Hall of African Mammals.
    • Hall of Human Origins: Track our evolutionary journey through fossils and interactive displays.
    • Rose Center for Earth and Space: Discover the universe’s timeline with digital shows and exhibits in the Hayden Planetarium.
  • 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

    • Keep in mind that food, drinks, luggage & large bags are not allowed 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.
    • 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 a valid student ID.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Show your ticket at any of the entrances of the American Museum of Natural History.

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

    • Entrances at the Rose Center for Earth and Space at 81st Street and the Gilder Center at 79th and Columbus Avenue usually have shorter wait times.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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