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    • 9.5
      Art Museum$$$$View Prices
      1000 5th Ave (btwn E 80th & E 84th St), New York
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      • hello_emily

        hello_emily • April 25, 2016Incredible museum. I could spend days in there. Loved the medieval room but it was all great.

    • 9.4
      Museum
      1109 5th Ave (at E 92nd St), New York
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      • Tatyana F.

        Tatyana F. • October 14, 2013One of my top 5 favorite museums in the city. Their exhibitions are top notch, led by knowledgeable guides. This museum is always the highlight of my trip.

    • 9.3
      Art Museum$$$$
      11 W 53rd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York
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      • Lynn

        Lynn • March 22, 2017Large museum with some exceptional paintings and sculptured. Definitely a must see as they have different varieties of art.

    • 9.3
      Art Museum$$$$
      2 E 91st St (at 5th Ave), New York
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      • Bianca N.

        Bianca N. • August 26, 2016One of my favorite museums in the world! They always have interesting, thoughtful exhibits. I always feel inspired whenever I go! 👍🏼

    • 9.2
      Science Museum$$$$View Prices
      200 Central Park W (btwn W 77th & W 81st St), New York
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      • Paige C.

        Paige C. • November 27, 2016Gets very crowded on weekends, but definitely always a fun place to visit with kids!

    • 9.2
      Art Museum
      99 Gansevoort St (btwn 10th Ave & Washington St), New York
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      • Katerina K.

        Katerina K. • October 10, 2016A favourite by first sight. Beautiful terraces in every level, great views and fantastic collections.

    • 9.1
      Science Museum
      Pier 86 (at 46th St), New York
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      • Kelsey L.

        Kelsey L. • May 30, 2014It's simply amazing to be able to be this close to a real ship. And watching Gravity underneath was pretty great too!

    • 9.1
      Planetarium$$$$
      200 Central Park W (inside American Museum of Natural History), New York
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      • Nelson V. G.

        Nelson V. G. • April 1, 2018Great experience in the planetarium. Great little bit in dark energy and dark force. Must see!

    • 9.1
      History Museum
      103 Orchard St (at Delancey St), New York
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      • Erin R.

        Erin R. • June 28, 2016Tour guide was knowledgeable, thorough and enthusiastic. This is a must-see museum!

    • 9.1
      History Museum
      Pier 86 (at W 46th St & 12th Ave), New York
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      • Patrick B.

        Patrick B. • January 19, 2016Fantastic museum, a bit expensive but definitely worth it, save at least a 1/2 day to explore

    • 9.0
      Art Museum
      35 Wooster St (btwn Broome & Grand St), New York
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      • Alan M.

        Alan M. • July 27, 2017Oddly enjoyable very small yet if your in the mood for drawings and a chilled reflecting day it's perfect

    • 8.9
      Planetarium
      200 Central Park W (btwn W 77th & W 81st St), New York
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      • Matt D.

        Matt D. • February 16, 2010Be sure to check out the whole place - I know it sounds daunting, but it is SO worth it and my kids loved it.

    • 8.9
      Art Museum
      1 E 70th St (at 5th Ave), New York
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      • Jen K.

        Jen K. • March 20, 2013You can see the entire museum in one afternoon and not feel rushed. It's like visiting your secret grandfather's art gallery tucked inside a mansion. Cozy and intimate atmosphere.

    • 9.3
      Museum
      333 E 47th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York
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      • Jessica W.

        Jessica W. • October 30, 2014Just took a free Japanese course there. Very beautiful building and very sweet and efficient teachers. Highly recommend taking a course there.

    • 8.8
      Art Museum
      150 W 17th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York
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      • Arun N.

        Arun N. • May 4, 2010Wed evening happy hour from 5-7pm. Great to start your evening there. Not your typical bar ambience in a good way.

    • 8.8
      Art Museum
      1048 5th Ave (at E 86th St), New York
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      • Allie J.

        Allie J. • May 19, 2014Recently went for my 1st time to see the Degenerate Art exhibit. It's a small but excellent museum. Definitely worth visiting! Security is strict about certain things, only b/c the spaces are narrow.

    • 8.8
      Museum
      170 Central Park W, New York
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      • Will H.

        Will H. • October 16, 2018The balcony area is a great place to sit during events here.

    • 8.7
      History Museum
      215 Centre St (btwn Howard & Grand St), New York
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      • Diego R.

        Diego R. • April 4, 2011The architecture is simple but moving as is the content of the Museum.

    • 9.1
      History Museum
      29 E 4th St (at Lafayette Street), New York
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      • Rose L.

        Rose L. • November 14, 2017my brother and I spent a few hours here soaking up all the info and history. the self guided tour is really well done, we loved it. be sure not to miss the beautiful courtyard in the back!

    • 8.9
      History Museum
      170 Central Park W (at W 77th St), New York
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      • Peggy M.

        Peggy M. • May 1, 2012Wow - this could be my new go-to for client lunches. Just great! Nice work, NY Historical Society!

    • 8.7
      Art Museum$$$$View Prices
      1071 5th Ave (at E 89th St), New York
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      • Sarah N.

        Sarah N. • April 5, 2015The architecture is awesome, and the exhibits are fascinating. Visited in March 1998, when Art Honor Society @ WHS had their field trip. It was the perfect day, especially for me when I was just 15!

    • 8.8
      Art MuseumView Prices
      725 Park Ave (at E 70th St), New York
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      • Josette

        Josette • January 26, 2015Great Asia-inspired healthy, fresh food, good vegan too. Great weekend brunch and afternoon high-tea

    • 8.6
      History Museum
      200 Central Park W (btwn W 77th & W 81st St), New York
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      • ᴡ

        • August 31, 2017Awesome place

    • 9.2
      Museum$$$$
      225 Madison Ave (btwn E 36th & E 37th St), New York
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      • Zeba S.

        Zeba S. • May 29, 2016Such a vast collection of books! Do visit it to explore its interiors and architecture. Its a book lovers paradise

    • 8.5
      History Museum
      15 W 16th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York
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      • Smithsonian Channel

        Smithsonian Channel • June 24, 2011Home to five historical organizations, this center features an unparalleled collection of Judaica, including handwritten letters from Freud, Einstein, Kafka and more. (From Aerial America)

    • 8.7
      Museum
      Pier 86 (at W 46th St & 12th Ave), New York
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      • Richard W.

        Richard W. • September 19, 2022This cold war submarine is fantastic to visit. Veterans will tell you how it works and how was the life aboard. A must see in NY.

    • 8.4
      Art Museum
      103 Charlton St (at Hudson St), New York
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      • Amy Z.

        Amy Z. • August 7, 2014Awesome place for discovery. An afternoon will pass in a blink. The tactile experience of flubber, clay, play dough, dot art, paints and all the special classes are well worth it. Amazing for all!

    • 8.6
      Museum
      12 Eldridge St (btwn Canal & Division St), New York
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      • Elise P.

        Elise P. • August 26, 2013Very interesting. Kiki Smith's window is spectacular. Free on Mondays from 10-5.Took a tour with Jan Kampel and she was amazing. very charming. Loved the experience.

    • 8.4
      Museum
      New York
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      • Edwin T.

        Edwin T. • December 12, 2016I love museums and art galleries so obviously I would have loved my trip at MOMA. The quietness of the place and the details of the masterpieces. Everything is sophisticated and we'll illustrated.

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