Start your New York City tour with a visit to the Museum of the City of New York. The Museum is the essential introduction to New York City history, art, and culture. Groups of 10 or more can tour any ongoing or special exhibition. You'll find out staff friendly, our exhibitions thought-provoking, and our landmark neo-Georgian building captivating.
Preview our current and upcoming exhibitions.
MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK TOURS
All tours are subject to availability and must be booked two weeks in advance. Curator-Led Museum Tour:
Get a personalized, in-depth tour with the curator of one of our special exhibitions.
Highlight and Special Exhibition Guided Tours:
Let our knowledgeable docents lead a tour of any special exhibition or of highlights in the Museum’s ongoing exhibitions.
Self-Guided Tours:
Explore the Museum at your own pace and save with a discount on general admission. Group leaders may also escort their own groups and conduct lectures.
Custom and Behind-the-Scenes Tours:
Custom tours and private events are available. The Museum’s courteous and knowledgeable staff can assist you with program content, guides, lectures, and refreshments. Groups with a special interest in architecture, fashion, textiles, toys, or photography can also request a private behind-the-scenes viewing of artifacts from the Museum’s collections. Rates vary; for more information, call 212.534.1672, ext. 3406 or email jlipski@mcny.org.
High school-aged groups and younger must schedule via the Museum's education department. Please call 212.534.1672, ext. 3334.
ATTENTION NEW YORK TOUR OPERATORS!
Bulk & net rates are available. Call Jurek Lipski, 212.534.1672, ext. 3406 for details or email jlipski@mcny.org.SCHEDULING AND BOOKING:
If you are ready to book your tour or to check availability, please call (212) 534-1672 ext. 3395 to make a reservation or for information on group tours.LUNCH AND DINIG OPTIONS:
The Museum Cafe features hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, salads, and an assortment of delicious snacks. Groups of 10 or more can call in advance to arrange for catering or boxed lunches.VISITING EAST HARLEM:
The Museum of the City of New York is located at the top of Museum Mile across from the Central Park Conservatory Garden and adjacent to El Museo del Barrio in vibrant East Harlem. Discover the flavor of the neighborhood when you visit One Fish, Two Fish (seafood) and La Fonda Boricua (traditional home cooked Puerto Rican cuisine). Groups that book with the Museum of the City of New York may be entitled to discounts at these area partners, please email jlipski@mcny.org for details.MUSEUM SHOP DISCOUNTS:
A 15% discount in the Museum shop is available for groups.
BUS PARKING:
For recommendations, visit the NYCDOT's website.
READY TO VISIT?
Please call (212) 534-1672 ext. 3395 to make a reservation.
