New York City is full of art, culture and entertainment in general. From some of the most important and renowned museums in the world to other small spaces that are a surprise for their visitors. Some open their doors for free at any time of the year, others on specific days or at specific times of the week.
Don’t miss out on everything they have to offer and take advantage of this guide to enjoy the most attractive museums in New York. A guide that will come in handy if you get the OFFER from Club VIAJAR to discover all the charms of New York, Boston and Jersey City for 1,700 euros with flights, accommodation and activities included.
The National Museum of the American Indian
From the Arctic Circle to Tierra del Fuego, this museum displays one of the largest collections of native objects in the world, including photographs and archives. It has two locations, one in Washington D.C. and another a historic building in New York’s lower Manhattan. Admission is free at any time of the year.
The Museum of the City of New York
The usual New York policy for art “pay what you can” here applies only to residents, although the rest of the public can visit for free on Wednesdays. Located very close to the emblematic Central Park, the space is dedicated to the rich history of the city, also covering the present.
The Bronx Museum of the Arts
More than a museum, The Bronx Museum of the Arts is an institution committed to contemporary art and cultural diversity and identity, closely connected to the neighborhood in which it is located. Best of all, admission is free all year round.
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The Museum of the Moving Image
The art of cinema, television and digital media are the protagonists of this museum dedicated to the evolution of entertainment through television programs, movies and video games. The museum is free to visit on Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the perfect time to take a tour of the old film equipment on display in its halls.
The New York Library
The popular Fifth Avenue is home to this cultural landmark that is always worth a visit. Opened in 1965, the New York Library is always open to anyone who wants to read, study, work or immerse themselves in its architecture and its important collection of books, maps, manuscripts and sheet music.
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Also on Fifth Avenue is one of the must-see museums in New York City. Along a giant oval-shaped ramp that spirals up the building, the Guggenheim displays some of the world’s most important works in its permanent exhibition, as well as other traveling ones. There is an entrance fee, but on Saturdays, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., you can pay what you wish.
9/11 Museum and Memorial
Every Monday, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., the museum that pays tribute to those who lost their lives during the attacks of September 11, 2001, welcomes visitors for free. The memorial consists of two fountains, located in what were the Twin Towers, with the names of the victims around them. The museum, on the other hand, focuses on the events of the fateful day.
The Morgan Library and Museum
Located on Madison Avenue, this curious library houses a vast collection of rare books and manuscripts along with drawings and other unusual pieces. A collection started by J.P. Morgan that has expanded over the years. On Tuesdays and Sundays, the Pierpont Morgan Library is free to visit from 3 to 5 p.m., while free admission to the entire space is available on Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Connecting people with plants is the purpose of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Indoor tropical gardens, bonsai trees, more than 12,000 types of plants from around the world, and events that include a spring cherry blossom celebration and a winter light trail are its attractions. You can visit it for a fee, every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from December through February.
