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American Museum of Natural History

Dinosaurs, the blue whale and the Gilder Center

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New York's natural history museum on Central Park West, famous for its dinosaur halls, the Hall of Ocean Life and the Richard Gilder Center.

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Date
October 2026

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Adult

$37

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Senior (60+)

$30

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Student

$30

Bring a valid student ID.

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Child (3–12)

$22

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Why visit

  • World-famous dinosaur fossils
  • The blue whale in the Hall of Ocean Life
  • The Gilder Center's canyon-like atrium

Overview

What's included
  • General admission
Not included
  • Special exhibitions and shows (separate tickets)
Opening hours
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How to use your ticket
Your ticket arrives by email and in your account right after payment. Show it on your phone at the entrance, with a photo ID if asked.
Do I need to print it?
No printing needed — show the ticket on your phone.
Children and concessions
Child price for ages 3–12; seniors 60+ and students with ID pay less. Residents of NY, NJ and CT can pay what they wish at the museum.Discounted tickets require proof at the entrance (ID, student card…). Without it you may have to pay the difference.
Cancellation and changes
Changes and refunds follow the attraction's own policy, which is shown before you pay.

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About this place

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's great science museums. Its fossil halls hold some of the most famous dinosaurs on display anywhere, and a life-size blue whale hangs over the Hall of Ocean Life.

The Richard Gilder Center, with its flowing, canyon-like atrium, connects the galleries and houses insects, butterflies and collections on view. It was the second most visited museum in the U.S. in 2024.

Questions about American Museum of Natural History

Are shows included?

No. Planetarium shows and special exhibitions need their own tickets.

I live in NY, NJ or CT — should I buy here?

No. Tri-state residents can pay what they wish directly at the museum.

Sources and verification

Information status: Checked against the official source

Information checked on Oct 26, 2026

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