American Museum of Natural History
Stand beneath a giant suspended blue whale, explore towering dinosaur fossils, and wander the striking Gilder Center.
- Mon – Sun, 10:00 – 17:30
- General admission with optional paid tickets required for special exhibitions.
- 200 Central Park West
- 4.6 (25964 reviews)
Description
Founded in 1869, this institution traces human cultures, the natural world, and the universe across five levels of exhibitions. Beyond the central galleries, the collection features stunning gemstone exhibits alongside rotating, ticketed exhibitions such as the Milky Way show. The sheer scale of the historic grounds and displays makes this an experience where visitors easily spend a half or full day wandering.