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Whitney Museum tickets provide access to a world of artistic innovation. Dive into a collection that captures the spirit of American artists, from iconic masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary works.

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Whitney Museum
Whitney Museum of American Art exterior in New York City with surrounding buildings.
Visitor viewing Amy Sherald painting of a boxer at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Guests viewing paintings at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Whitney Museum of American Art terrace with visitors overlooking New York City skyline.
Guests viewing artwork at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Guest viewing "Summer Days" by Georgia O'Keeffe at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Visitors viewing Firelei Báez artwork at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Whitney Museum New York gallery with portraits from the Human Interest collection.
Guests enjoying drinks on the terrace of Whitney Museum of American Art.
Aerial view of Whitney Museum of American Art overlooking the Hudson River in New York City.
Visitors viewing "American Gothic" painting at Whitney Museum exhibit.
Mother and daughter using audioguide in a museum.
Visitors viewing art exhibits at Whitney Museum in New York City.
Outdoor balcony terraces at the Whitney Museum with visitors enjoying the view.
Whitney Museum of American Art exterior with cityscape and river view.
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  • Get ready to be blown away by the golden era of American art from the 20th century in the heart of New York City.

  • Located in the trendy Meatpacking District, the museum's new home offers 4 stories of outdoor balcony terraces with breathtaking city views!

  • See a vast collection of over 21,000 artworks from more than 3,000 artists, such as Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock, Roy Lichtenstein, and Edward Hopper.

  • Don't worry about burning your data, the museum has got you covered with free WiFi so you can dive deeper into the art pieces that fascinate you.

  • Fun Fact: In 1985, Columbia Records hosted a lavish event for Bob Dylan at the museum, attended by icons like Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, David Bowie, Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, and Yoko Ono.

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  • Get ready to be blown away by the golden era of American art from the 20th century in the heart of New York City.

  • Located in the trendy Meatpacking District, the museum's new home offers 4 stories of outdoor balcony terraces with breathtaking city views!

  • See a vast collection of over 21,000 artworks from more than 3,000 artists, such as Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock, Roy Lichtenstein, and Edward Hopper.

  • Don't worry about burning your data, the museum has got you covered with free WiFi so you can dive deeper into the art pieces that fascinate you.

  • Fun Fact: In 1985, Columbia Records hosted a lavish event for Bob Dylan at the museum, attended by icons like Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, David Bowie, Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, and Yoko Ono.

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Whitney Museum visitor viewing art and people at Edge Observation Deck with NYC skyline.
Whitney Museum of American Art exterior in New York City with surrounding buildings.
Visitors viewing "American Gothic" painting at Whitney Museum exhibit.
Visitors on Edge Observation Deck with New York City skyline at sunset.
Couple enjoying city views at Empire State Building Observatory, New York.
Outdoor balcony terraces at the Whitney Museum with visitors enjoying the view.
Whitney Museum New York gallery with portraits from the Human Interest collection.
Whitney Museum of American Art exterior with cityscape and river view.
Colorful floral installation at Top of the Rock Observation Deck with city skyline view.
Guests enjoying drinks at the Champagne bar at Edge New York with city views.
South view of New York City skyline and Hudson River from Edge Observation Deck at sunset.
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  • Wander through Whitney’s airy, light-filled galleries, where Hopper’s serene cityscapes and O'Keeffe’s vibrant flowers come alive.

  • Striking sculptures blend seamlessly with sweeping views of the NYC skyline and the Hudson River at Whitney’s outdoor art spaces.

  • Experience the thrill of NYC from Edge, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, with 360-degree views stretching over 80 miles.

  • Step onto Edge’s glass floor and lean into the angled walls to gaze directly down 100 floors. Spot landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Central Park.

  • Fun fact: The museum was founded by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney in 1930 as the first museum dedicated to the work of living American artists.

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  • Wander through Whitney’s airy, light-filled galleries, where Hopper’s serene cityscapes and O'Keeffe’s vibrant flowers come alive.

  • Striking sculptures blend seamlessly with sweeping views of the NYC skyline and the Hudson River at Whitney’s outdoor art spaces.

  • Experience the thrill of NYC from Edge, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, with 360-degree views stretching over 80 miles.

  • Step onto Edge’s glass floor and lean into the angled walls to gaze directly down 100 floors. Spot landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Central Park.

  • Fun fact: The museum was founded by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney in 1930 as the first museum dedicated to the work of living American artists.

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Whitney Museum of American Art terrace with visitors overlooking New York City skyline.
Visitor viewing Amy Sherald painting of a boxer at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Warplane displayed on the deck of the Intrepid Museum in New York City.
Father and daughter viewing aircraft at Intrepid Museum, New York City.
Intrepid Museum's "On the Line" exhibit featuring Vietnam War newspaper headlines.
Whitney Museum of American Art exterior in New York City with surrounding buildings.
Guests viewing paintings at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Visitors viewing "American Gothic" painting at Whitney Museum exhibit.
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  • Explore the Intrepid, a WWII aircraft carrier that survived kamikaze attacks, and see a diverse collection of restored aircraft at your own pace.

  • Crawl through torpedo rooms, navigate the control room, and imagine the tension and camaraderie as you explore the Cold War-era submarine Growler.

  • Deepen your understanding of American art at the Whitney Museum and see works of established and up-and-coming artists.

  • Don't miss Edward Hopper's New York exhibit which explores the artist's depictions of life in New York City, like Early Sunday Morning and Yonkers.

  • Fun fact: The museum was born when the Met rejected Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney's donation of works by living American artists.

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  • Explore the Intrepid, a WWII aircraft carrier that survived kamikaze attacks, and see a diverse collection of restored aircraft at your own pace.

  • Crawl through torpedo rooms, navigate the control room, and imagine the tension and camaraderie as you explore the Cold War-era submarine Growler.

  • Deepen your understanding of American art at the Whitney Museum and see works of established and up-and-coming artists.

  • Don't miss Edward Hopper's New York exhibit which explores the artist's depictions of life in New York City, like Early Sunday Morning and Yonkers.

  • Fun fact: The museum was born when the Met rejected Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney's donation of works by living American artists.

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Whitney Museum and MoMA visitors viewing art exhibits in New York City.
Outdoor balcony terraces at the Whitney Museum with visitors enjoying the view.
Guests viewing artwork at Whitney Museum of American Art.
MoMA PS1 exterior with New York City skyline in the background.
Visitors viewing a painting at the Museum of Modern Art, New York.
Visitors viewing Firelei Báez artwork at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Guest viewing "Summer Days" by Georgia O'Keeffe at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Guests enjoying drinks on the terrace of Whitney Museum of American Art.
Aerial view of Whitney Museum of American Art overlooking the Hudson River in New York City.
Visitor admiring Monet painting at MoMA in New York City.
Visitor observing artwork at the Museum of Modern Art, New York.
Visitors observing bicycle wheel art at Whitney Museum of American Art.
Fur-covered teacup and saucer exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art, New York.
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  • Explore the Whitney Museum and its several outdoor terraces with panoramic NYC views and over 21,000 artworks by 3,000+ artists.

  • With an audio guide, discover a world-class collection of 20th and 21st-century American art, including works by Edward Hopper and Andy Warhol.

  • Here is your chance to see iconic works like Van Gogh's "Starry Night" and Warhol's "Campbell's Soup Cans" at MoMA, home to over 200,000 works of art.

  • With a multilingual audio guide, discover six floors of diverse exhibitions, from Picasso’s revolutionary paintings to innovative digital art.

  • Fun fact: The Whitney Museum hosted a star-studded event for Bob Dylan in 1985, attended by icons like David Bowie and Robert De Niro.

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  • Explore the Whitney Museum and its several outdoor terraces with panoramic NYC views and over 21,000 artworks by 3,000+ artists.

  • With an audio guide, discover a world-class collection of 20th and 21st-century American art, including works by Edward Hopper and Andy Warhol.

  • Here is your chance to see iconic works like Van Gogh's "Starry Night" and Warhol's "Campbell's Soup Cans" at MoMA, home to over 200,000 works of art.

  • With a multilingual audio guide, discover six floors of diverse exhibitions, from Picasso’s revolutionary paintings to innovative digital art.

  • Fun fact: The Whitney Museum hosted a star-studded event for Bob Dylan in 1985, attended by icons like David Bowie and Robert De Niro.

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Whitney Museum of American Art building in New York City.
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9/11 Memorial Museum exhibit with visitors, New York City.
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  • Make the most of your New York trip and cover multiple attractions while making huge savings with the Go City: New York Explorer pass.

  • Enjoy access to 2 to 10 NYC attractions with this pass, valid for 30 days, letting you visit multiple sites while saving big (over 40% in bookings).

  • Your pass covers the Yankees tickets, fun activities like a cruise around the Statue of Liberty, admission to the American Museum of Natural History, and more sights you can explore.

  • Say goodbye to ticket lines. Just scan with the Go City app on your mobile for seamless, hassle-free entry into all your favorite NYC attractions.

  • Plan your perfect NYC adventure by picking from a 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10-attraction pass, saving time and money effortlessly.

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  • Make the most of your New York trip and cover multiple attractions while making huge savings with the Go City: New York Explorer pass.

  • Enjoy access to 2 to 10 NYC attractions with this pass, valid for 30 days, letting you visit multiple sites while saving big (over 40% in bookings).

  • Your pass covers the Yankees tickets, fun activities like a cruise around the Statue of Liberty, admission to the American Museum of Natural History, and more sights you can explore.

  • Say goodbye to ticket lines. Just scan with the Go City app on your mobile for seamless, hassle-free entry into all your favorite NYC attractions.

  • Plan your perfect NYC adventure by picking from a 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10-attraction pass, saving time and money effortlessly.

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Family dining with city view at Edge Observation Deck, New York City.
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  • Soar to the 102nd floor of One World Observatory for 360-degree views, with the Horizon Grid highlighting landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Empire State.

  • Ride the SkyPod elevators with dynamic visuals of NYC's evolution and see the city's skyline come alive in the See Forever® Theater.

  • At Edge step onto the glass floor for a thrilling view directly beneath you, and experience the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Lean against angled glass walls to take in breathtaking, unobstructed views of NYC, from the Hudson River to Central Park.

  • Fun fact: One World Observatory sits atop the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center!

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  • Soar to the 102nd floor of One World Observatory for 360-degree views, with the Horizon Grid highlighting landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Empire State.

  • Ride the SkyPod elevators with dynamic visuals of NYC's evolution and see the city's skyline come alive in the See Forever® Theater.

  • At Edge step onto the glass floor for a thrilling view directly beneath you, and experience the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Lean against angled glass walls to take in breathtaking, unobstructed views of NYC, from the Hudson River to Central Park.

  • Fun fact: One World Observatory sits atop the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center!

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One World Observatory view and visitor at MoMA admiring art.
One World Observatory towering over New York City skyline.
Tourists enjoying New York City skyline from One World Observatory's 100th-floor deck.
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Tourists viewing modern art paintings at The Museum of Modern Art.
Couple enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from One World Observatory.
Tourists engaging with City Pulse display at One World Observatory, New York City.
Visitors at Welcome Grid, One World Observatory entrance, New York City skyline images displayed.
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MoMA entrance in New York City with people walking by.
Guest viewing a unique sculpture at The Museum of Modern Art.
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  • Save 10% with this combo ticket compared to booking individual tickets, offering great value for an enriching city experience.

  • Flexible booking lets you visit both attractions on the same day or on different days, making it easy to fit into your schedule.

  • Ride the high-speed SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory’s 102nd floor and explore interactive exhibits, including the See Forever Theater and Sky Portal.

  • Discover masterpieces like Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon at MoMA, alongside thought-provoking modern installations.

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  • Save 10% with this combo ticket compared to booking individual tickets, offering great value for an enriching city experience.

  • Flexible booking lets you visit both attractions on the same day or on different days, making it easy to fit into your schedule.

  • Ride the high-speed SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory’s 102nd floor and explore interactive exhibits, including the See Forever Theater and Sky Portal.

  • Discover masterpieces like Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon at MoMA, alongside thought-provoking modern installations.

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New York City skyline featuring One World Trade Center.
Couple enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from One World Observatory.
Tourists engaging with City Pulse display at One World Observatory, New York City.
Visitors interacting with digital display at Welcome Wall, One World Observatory, New York City.
Visitors at Welcome Grid, One World Observatory entrance, New York City skyline images displayed.
Tourists enjoying New York City skyline from One World Observatory's 100th-floor deck.
One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse exhibit.
Dining experience at One World Observatory with city skyline view.
Visitors pointing at vibrant cityscape display at One World Observatory, New York.
Aerial view of Manhattan skyline at sunset with One World Trade Center.
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  • Save time by avoiding the ticketing lines with these convenient skip-the-box-office tickets to the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Have an adrenaline-rushing experience as you fly up 102 floors in only 47 seconds in the SkyPod elevators, and admire the sublime views of NYC.

  • Feel the essence and energy of NYC through the See Forever® Theater which presents an audiovisual show featuring imagery and sounds of the city.

  • Upgrade your tickets to include flexible entry and fast-track access to security and elevators, thereby ensuring a fun and comfortable tour.

  • Did you know? The building stands at 1,776 feet, indicating the year Thirteen Colonies signed the Declaration of Independence.

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  • Save time by avoiding the ticketing lines with these convenient skip-the-box-office tickets to the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Have an adrenaline-rushing experience as you fly up 102 floors in only 47 seconds in the SkyPod elevators, and admire the sublime views of NYC.

  • Feel the essence and energy of NYC through the See Forever® Theater which presents an audiovisual show featuring imagery and sounds of the city.

  • Upgrade your tickets to include flexible entry and fast-track access to security and elevators, thereby ensuring a fun and comfortable tour.

  • Did you know? The building stands at 1,776 feet, indicating the year Thirteen Colonies signed the Declaration of Independence.

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About Whitney Museum

The Whitney Museum offers a deep dive into 20th and 21st-century American art, with over 25,000 works. You’ll encounter bold contemporary installations that explore themes like identity, politics, and technology all within Renzo Piano’s architecturally stunning building that mirrors the museum’s innovative spirit.


Address
99 Gansevoort St, New York, NY 10014, USA
Also known as
Whitney Museum
Year opened
1931
Founded by
Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney
Visitors per year
1150000
Expected wait time - Standard
0-30 mins (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)
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Andrew Edgington
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Andrew

United Kingdom
May 2025
5/5
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Incredible views. Plenty of time. No queuing. Very nice staff especially Dwae Rene who helped us access our tickets and was most friendly and informative!
Jaida Richardson
US

Jaida

United States
Dec 2024
4/5
I went for the Alvin Ailey exhibit which was good. I would return for the other exhibits which I didn't get to in this visit.
Michel Alarcon

Michel

Dec 2017
5/5
America doesnt really have a history that dates back century, but this museum gave us a peak into American Art. Very intriguing
Lorraine Pierluissi Lopez
PR

Lorraine

Puerto Rico
Dec 2024
5/5
It was so easy to use, you literally just find the attractions you want to see and head to the entrance with your QR code ticket pass. Even those where you have to book, the experience was easy to complete through the app. Will recommend.
Sally Jo Friedman
US

Sally

United States
Oct 2024
5/5
I loved that the ticket was available for our first event. When we were here years ago, we had to pick up the tickets and have them validated. Technology has really made this part great! It was easy to get there and go. We enjoyed the Islands very much!
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