Your Guide to Finding Every Museum in New York City

With over 140 museums across five boroughs, NYC is a museum lover’s paradise. Here’s where to find curated, up-to-date listings:

• NYC Government Culture Portal – Official searchable database by neighborhood, type, and accessibility. Includes maps and free-hour info.
• NYC & Company (Official Tourism) – Expert-curated guides with visitor tips, current exhibitions, and neighborhood itineraries.
• MoMA’s “Museums in NYC” Page – A concise, art-world-vetted list including hidden gems.
• TripAdvisor / Google Maps – Real-time reviews, photos, and hours. Filter by interest (history, science, kids, etc.).
• Lonely Planet / Fodor’s / Time Out NY – Editorial picks with context and logistics.
• Specialized Apps – Bloomberg Connects (audio guides), Museum Finder (location-based), AlltheArts (exhibition calendars).

Pro tips: Many museums offer free/pay-what-you-wish hours (often Friday evenings). The Culture Pass (with NYC library card) grants free entry to 80+ institutions. Check websites for timed-entry requirements post-COVID.

Whether you want the Met, the Tenement Museum, or a tiny maritime gallery in Staten Island—these tools will get you there.