Visit Us
Hours
Open Sat & Sun 10am–6pm, Mon, Thur, & Fri 10am–5pm*
*Museum will be open Tuesday April 23rd and Wednesday April 24th for Spring Break.
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day
Admissions
Suggested Admission
| Ticket Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adults | $20 |
| Seniors (65+) | $14 with I.D. |
| Students | $14 with I.D. |
| Ages 19 and under | Free* |
| Members | Free |
*With the exception of groups. Group admission for visitors ages 19 and under is $5.
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Required Group Admission
All groups of over 10 people must have a reservation.
Private & Group Experience — Arrange an engaging guided tour for an immersive and intimate experience. See our current experiences.
K-12 Student Groups / Field Trips — We are currently offering both in-person and virtual field trips for K-12 students. Advance reservations are required. Please visit our Field Trips page for more information.
Self-Guided Group Visits (not K-12) — A reservation is required for any group of over 10 people looking to do a self-guided visit. Please e-mail groups@mcny.org.
Have a question before your visit? Learn more on the FAQ page.
Where We Are
Museum of the City of New York
1220 Fifth Avenue @ 103rd St.
Ramp access @ 104th St.
New York, NY 10029
Get Directions
212.534.1672
info@mcny.org
By Bus
- M1
- M2
- M3
- M4
- M106
to 104th St.
By Subway
- 6
Lexington Ave. train to 103rd St., walk 3 blocks West
- 2
- 3
Train to Central Park North / 110th St. Walk one block East to Fifth Ave., then South to 104th St.
By Bike
Citi Bike to Fifth Ave @ 103rd St.
Parking Around the Museum
Find & book a parking spot near the Museum with ParkWhiz and Icon Parking.
ParkWhiz: 1559 Lexington Avenue; 21 E. 110th Street; 124 E. 98th Street
At the Museum
Accessibility
The Museum of the City of New York provides specialized resources to support and enhance the experience of all visitors, including those with disabilities, their peers, and families.
Bloomberg Connects App
Explore the Museum with exclusive audio and video content on this free digital guide.
Museum Guide
View and download the Museum Guide ahead of your visit.
Private & Group Experiences
A personalized, interactive visit to the Museum’s exhibitions. Perfect for a family trip, or as custom experiences for groups.
See it Now
Explore our new and ongoing Exhibitions on view now at the Museum.
Chalsty's Cafe featuring Amy's Bread
Amy’s Bread will be open Thursdays through Mondays from 11am–4pm.
Museum Shop
Browse our online store for books, jewelry, artwork, exhibition-related items, unique gifts, and all things New York City.
Explore Our Neighborhood
Central Park
Visit Central Park’s formal garden, just across Fifth Avenue.
El Museo del Barrio
Show your Museum admission sticker for FREE entry to El Museo del Barrio.
East Harlem
Commonly known as “El Barrio,” East Harlem has a strong Latin, Caribbean and African American presence. That influence is reflected in the neighborhood’s cultural institutions, shops and restaurants.
The Africa Center
Engage with the stories of contemporary Africa at The Africa Center, at 5th Ave and 109th Street.
