Visit the American Museum of Natural History in New York City and explore over 40 galleries dedicated to the natural world and the universe. Enhance your experience by upgrading your ticket to include the Hayden Planetarium Space Show.
Experience
Highlights
Gain access to over 40 museum halls, the Rose Center, and the Hayden Planetarium.
Marvel at the world’s largest collection of dinosaur fossils housed within the museum.
Uncover the mysteries of the cosmos at the planetarium.
Explore diverse cultures from around the globe through interactive exhibits.
Immerse yourself in the brand-new, state-of-the-art Gilder Center.
Full description
Enjoy a day of family-friendly activities at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, located just across from Central Park.
The museum is home to over 32 million specimens and offers all-day entry to explore all permanent exhibitions, including the Rose Center for Earth and Space.
Wander through over 40 halls to learn about dinosaurs, diamonds, and everything in between.
The new Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation features state-of-the-art exhibits and immersive experiences suitable for all ages.
Explore the mysteries of the universe in the planetarium and journey through time in the Hall of Biodiversity.
Come face-to-face with some of the world’s largest creatures in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life.
Look out for the iconic Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton and the Easter Island head that inspired characters in the film “Night at the Museum.”
Connect to the museum’s WiFi and download the free Explorer App to your smartphone for turn-by-turn navigation, behind-the-scenes stories about exhibits, quizzes, and more.
Experience exhibition highlights at your own pace with the museum’s self-guided tours of popular collections.
Ticketed Exhibitions (optional inclusion):
Invisible Worlds: Be transported into nature’s hidden realms—from ocean depths to DNA strands in all living organisms—in a unique experience within the Museum’s permanent 360-degree immersive theater.
Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium: Delight in the year-round immersive exhibit and mingle with up to 1,000 free-flying butterflies—perhaps even experience one landing on you!
The Secret World of Elephants: Explore the evolution of elephants, their political and cultural significance, and inspiring efforts to overcome threats to their survival. This exhibit is available with General Admission + one ticket type.
Worlds Beyond Earth Space Show: Journey beyond Earth to marvel at the latest discoveries from our cosmic neighbors, featuring immersive visualizations and breathtaking scenes depicting the evolution of our solar system.
Giant-Screen Film: The Museum’s LeFrak Theater boasts a 40-foot-high, 66-foot-wide screen and a state-of-the-art digital sound system, showcasing nature-inspired films. The theater is wheelchair accessible, and captioning devices and audio description devices are available.
Meeting point
Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.
Important information
Not allowed
Oversize luggage
Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
Coat check services and lockers are not available at this time. Please leave large, bulky items at your hotel
The Museum’s Explorer app is available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese
Note that general entry only does not include special exhibitions
NY residents: the amount you pay for General Admission is up to you and includes access to more than 40 permanent exhibition halls, the Rose Center, and the Richard Gilder Center, but does not include ticketed exhibitions, Invisible Worlds, the butterfly vivarium, the giant-screen film, and Hayden Planetarium Space Show
Included/Excluded
American Museum of Natural History ticket
Access to permanent exhibits
Timed entry to 1 or all special exhibitions (depending on option selected)