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Museums and tickets in New York
Skip-the-line tickets and guided visits to the landmarks that sell out. New York works best planned by neighbourhood: Lower Manhattan and the ferry to Liberty Island one day, Midtown observation decks and the Met another, Brooklyn and Chinatown for food.
Best museum and landmark visits in New York
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What to expect
Timed-entry tickets fix your slot; guided options add 1 to 2 hours of context. In high season the top sights sell out days or weeks ahead.
How to choose
- Official timed entry vs reseller with markup
- Audio guide or live guide
- Weekly closing day
- Reserved slot time vs open ticket
Local tips
- Book the headline sight first and build the rest of the day around that slot.
- Statue of Liberty crown tickets sell out months ahead and pedestal tickets often weeks ahead, so book on the official ferry operator's site early.
- The Met is closed on Wednesdays, while MoMA and most other big museums stay open seven days with longer hours on selected evenings.
Combine it with: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ferry, Top of the Rock, Edge or Summit One Vanderbilt and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Frequently asked questions
How long do museum and landmark visits in New York last?
Timed-entry tickets fix your slot; guided options add 1 to 2 hours of context. In high season the top sights sell out days or weeks ahead.
What is the best way to book museum and landmark visits in New York?
Book the headline sight first and build the rest of the day around that slot. Statue of Liberty crown tickets sell out months ahead and pedestal tickets often weeks ahead, so book on the official ferry operator's site early.
Can I cancel museum and landmark visits in New York?
Most experiences listed here offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Check the conditions on the booking page before paying.
When is the best time to visit New York?
April to June and September to early November bring mild weather and clear skies. July and August are hot and humid, and the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year are the most crowded and expensive.