Museum of the City of New York

About

Explore nyc's story through its people, neighborhoods, and iconic landmarks.

Why go

• Learn about the city's history, neighborhoods, music, culture, architecture
• Appreciate all of the big moments in New York City's history
• Discover their place in the city’s evolving story

Must try

• He built this city exhibit
• Timescapes documentary narrated by stanley tucci
• The occupied city: new york and the american revolution exhibit
• Gingerbread nyc: the great borough bake-off
• Anna inciardi vending machine

Pro tips

• Free admission on wednesdays
• Pay what you wish for nyc residents
• Use culture pass with library card for free tickets
• Exit central park via vanderbilt gate
• Binoculars provided to see model detail

Good to know

• Lines can be long
• Check website for ticket details
• Pay what you can only at ticket counters

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Rating

4.5 / 5 (6145 reviews)

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