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- Crissy KMemphis, IN578 contributionsI have visited the memorial 3 times. It is moving every time. My only connection to 9/11 is being an American citizen. Like most of us it touched my deeply. This is the first museum I have visited that I lived though the history. I was not ready to visit it last time. We went this time and when we left we didn’t talk for a bit. Words escaped us. I think I could go 10 more times and still see something new each time. It is so well done. So well thought out. The pictures of everyone was excellent and an excellent tribute. The movie about the boats in the harbor was fantastic and not to be missed. It will feel your heart with pride, average Americans becoming hero’s. Just wow.
The survivor stairs moved me in a way I didn’t imagine.
Everyone should go here at least once. It is well worth it. ❤️Written November 30, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jana Blank4 contributions
The Met is more than a museum; it's a cultural journey celebrating human creativity through the ages. From ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces, it's a profound experience that leaves you with a renewed appreciation for the wonders of the human spirit. A must-visit for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.Written November 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Bohemian_me84Calgary, Canada1,608 contributionsIconic location . I was taking subway from
Lower level , but upper level is that iconic million dollar shot from many movies .
It’s a very crowded but very beautiful place . Go see it !Written December 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Andrew MChichester, UK899 contributionsAway from the hustle and bustle of New York and especially 5th Avenue, the Cathedral stands for the longest time for a place to unwind and get in touch with your religious side.Written November 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ralph WilhelmCarmel, IN771 contributionsThe Primary, Main New York Public Library on Fifth Avenue and 42nd street (backs up on the east side of Bryant Park) is extraordinary and special. It would take all day to view the various collections and rooms and exhibits that are there. Of course, a few rooms are blocked off for use only by scholars and those doing research but the collection of rare books and manuscripts is truly special. Further a significant wall exhibit with thirty to fifty photographs of the history of the Equal Rights Amendment is really quite something to walk through, read, and learn. Also the Gutenberg Bible from the mid-1400s with its hand-inked initials is quite mind-blowing (most likely the oldest book in their collection.) And be sure to take the free audio tour and digital guide...truly special. This is one extraordinary place to spend time in NYC.Written November 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CarolynNYCNew York City, NY115 contributionsThe Gilder center just opened and has made visiting this museum a lot easier and more fun. Plus, the online ticketing is a gift: if you’re a tri-state resident you can now, finally, enter your zip and do the “pay what you wish part” on the app instead of the previous clunker: get your timed admission but still have to wait inside in line to pay. Visitor? Ok, you’ll pay more for basic admission and a few bucks more for the butterfly exhibit, which you will enjoy, with or without kids. With kids, it’s a must must must see. Whatever, do it all on the museum app, get in quick (early in day is good, but even a recent crowded weekend was fun). Entering through the Columbus Ave Gilder entrance is fun, less people, has a sweet little park winding in front w benches—you can cobble together lunch from food trucks or even a cool green market if it’s there (Sundays, maybe other days as well). Gilder is a huge sculptural addition that makes access to the Gem and Mineral room easy (and it’s dazzling, definitely go right in). There are many fun, family friendly exhibits in the Glider center itself, from the aforementioned butterflies on the 2nd floor (timed admissions), to ant watching on the first floor and much more. I suggest you focus on Gilder/Gems and then scoot up to 4th floor DINOSAURS, the gems of the museum. Everyone loves the naked, hairy little Neanderthals, but like a lot of the old museum, they look taxidermied (it was, after all, Teddy Roosevelt and his shoot ‘em up peers shootin’ ‘em up and bringing ‘em back to end up in dusty dioramas. And Teddy….that’s a whole nother story, as they say, but one can appreciate that he and his family started this wonderful museum and it’s a true treasure).Written December 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- sriley54Germantown, TN27 contributionsI went here without any research like I normally do when I visit an art museum. But I did google the top paintings to see once I got there. I spent about 2 hours and could have stayed much longer but I did see many of the most famous pieces. I was at the Louvre and the D’Orsay in Paris this year and can say that I enjoyed the MOMA as much as those museums. It isn’t so big that it overwhelms which is nice and crowds are smaller.Written November 30, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Adventure DivaManchester, CT2,125 contributionsThis former Nabisco factory complex invented and produced the famed Oreo cookie . The old building was gutted out in the 90s and transformed into a market that is alive and well. It can get crowded quickly so try to go on the off hours when they open in the morning or after lunch.Written November 15, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- paintingbasilUK10 contributionsDefinitely the most memorable and poignant part of our trip to NYC. Our guide was the photographer, Gary Suson, which gave a unique insight into the 9/11 tragedy and subsequent aftermath. The tour was pitched perfectly for our children aged 10 & 12 with a very insightful and succinct audio tour. To be able to hold actual ground zero artefacts was both a unique and thought provoking experience.Written October 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK2,542 contributionsBefore the internet and television were things there was radio and Radio City Music Hall was where many shows in the USA were broadcast from.
The building is very grand and in keeping with the style when radio was king. I particularly love the ventilation grates on the side of the building with stylised patterns.Written December 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Andrew MChichester, UK899 contributionsEasy to enter from street level with ticket scanning before heading to Level 8 for the 200’s seating area for a great night’s basketball between Knicks and Charlotte Hornets. Kicks won.Written November 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kate R.Brooklyn, NY129 contributionsThis place is very special and if you can try to visit every season. They have super interesting rooms filled with artifacts of medieval life and art bur we were very interested with their 3 court yards. So interesting.
Every time we visit, we see something else there and the visits always lift our spirits.Written November 15, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Mariveth M1 contributionBEST PLACE I EVER BEEN!! Will come again, recommend everyone to come here !! Me and my husband had a blast !Written December 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MeganNew Zealand6 contributionsWould highly recommend the hard hat tour! We got to see the hospital where people were cared for on the island. Irwin was our guide and he was really great. Had so much passion and a personal connection to the island. His knowledge was awesome, he gave us a great overall rundown of the island and afterwards we did a tour of the museum but Irwin had covered most of it in the tour!Written November 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Patricia o4 contributionsThe art was exceptional and the scan information code by each piece via audio was very informative.
I was disappointed that the mansion is undergoing renovation and closed to the public.
I was looking forward to seeing the living quarters after reading The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis. It was a great book!Written October 12, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
