New York City, United States

Museums in New York City

12 places, ranked by traveler reviews. The museums in New York City travelers actually rate, art, history and everything odd in between.

Museum4.7

National September 11 Memorial & Museum

99,133 reviews

The twin reflecting pools sit in the footprints of the World Trade Center towers, surrounded by a grove of swamp white oaks.

Museum4.7

9/11 Tribute Museum

99,133 reviews

A museum sharing personal stories and artifacts from the September 11 attacks, offering a human-centered perspective.

Museum4.5

The Morgan Library & Museum

2,155 reviews · Murray Hill

The Morgan Library & Museum is one of New York's most refined cultural gems, originally the private library of financier J.

Museum4.5

Museum of Jewish Heritage

515 reviews · Downtown Manhattan (Downtown)

A poignant museum in Battery Park City dedicated to preserving the memory of the Holocaust and educating visitors about Jewish life before, during, and after the tragedy.

Museum4.5

RiseNY

336 reviews

An immersive museum experience in Times Square that takes visitors on a journey through New York City's history and culture.

Museum4

Children's Museum of Manhattan

290 reviews · Upper West Side

Interactive museum on the Upper West Side designed for children ages 0–10, with hands-on exhibits promoting creativity and learning.

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Museum4.5

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

243 reviews · Gramercy-Flatiron

The reconstructed birthplace of President Theodore Roosevelt, offering a glimpse into his early life in New York City.

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Museum4

American Folk Art Museum

201 reviews · Lincoln Square

Discover self-taught and outsider art in an intimate museum nestled in Lincoln Square, showcasing vibrant folk traditions.

Museum4.5

Museum of Chinese in America

133 reviews · Downtown Manhattan (Downtown)

Explore the rich history and contributions of Chinese Americans through engaging exhibits and programs at this Manhattan museum.

Museum3.8

Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology

120 reviews

An immersive museum where art and technology collide, featuring interactive exhibits that engage all the senses in a futuristic setting.

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Museum4.5

Hall Des Lumieres

35 reviews

An immersive digital art museum in a historic Beaux-Arts building, featuring large-scale projections and interactive exhibits.

Museum4.5

The National Arts Club

20 reviews · Gramercy-Flatiron

A prestigious private arts club in a historic Gramercy Park mansion, offering exhibitions and cultural events.

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Good to know

What is the best-known of the museums in New York City?

National September 11 Memorial & Museum is the most reviewed, with 99,133 traveler reviews and a 4.7 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.

Which of New York City's museums is worth going out of your way for?

9/11 Tribute Museum rates highest at 4.7 out of 5 across 99,133 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.

How is this list of museums ranked?

By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.

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