Museum of Modern Art

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Immerse yourself in the visual delights of modern art, including some of the most famous pieces in the world, at New York City’s beloved museum.

Discover and be inspired by the art of today at the Museum of Modern Art, lovingly known as MoMA. Since opening its doors in 1929, it has welcomed millions of visitors to Midtown Manhattan to see some of the finest masterpieces of modern times inside the museum. Browse through a vast and impeccably curated collection of sculpture, photography, prints, film, paintings and more.

Check out six floors of exhibits. See modern masterpieces by renowned artists such as Salvador Dalí, Frida Kahlo, Pablo Picasso and more. Admire iconic pieces by Edward Hopper, Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol and other well-known American artists. Don’t miss favorites including Claude Monet’s Water Lilies triptych and Vincent Van Gogh’s The Starry Night. Aside from a massive permanent collection, MoMA also hosts an impressive array of special exhibits.

Bring the art to life through complimentary museum tours. Head to the second floor atrium and join a guided gallery talk. Wander through the museum at your own pace accompanied by an informative audio tour.

Sit back and relax in one of MoMA’s theaters as you watch the latest film or presentation being screened. After you’ve explored inside, step outside to the Sculpture Garden.

Enjoy refreshments at the Terrace 5, a café on the museum’s top level, with sweeping views of the Sculpture Garden and the Manhattan skyline. Browse through a variety of art-related wares in the gift shop, located in the museum lobby. Continue shopping across the street at the MoMA Design Store, which has a variety of modern and contemporary gifts.

While many museums are closed on Mondays, MoMA is open. Visit daily except for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Take advantage of extended hours and complimentary admission on Friday evenings.

The Museum of Modern Art is one of the most popular museums in the world, and its lines to get in reflect that. It’s best to arrive early or purchase your admission ticket online before your visit. Once you’re inside, beat the crowds by taking the elevator to the museum’s top floor and working your way down.

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Reviews of Museum of Modern Art

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
17 Nov 2019

Stunning rennovation-beautiful building/art and moma!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
28 Oct 2019

Too crowded, maybe because it's just reopened, but on a Tuesday afternoon it took 2 hours to see two corners of MoMA and most art was seen over other people's heads.

2/5 - Disappointing

S.Wolstenholme
17 May 2019

I never got inside. Probably superb inside but those queues were just too long. Gave up after maybe 20 minutes.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller
2 May 2019

Unfortunately we visited during a rain storm and the gallery was incredibly busy. It was impossible to navigate around easily with so many people visiting, and we left after seeing only a couple of floors. Not a relaxing experience at all.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
26 Apr 2019

Free Friday - very very busy, didn't see much due to crowds.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
25 Feb 2019

It's free on Friday evenings but gets very crowded.

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