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The Cloisters

Fort Tryon Park, New York City, NY 10040
212 923 3700
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Ranked #16 of 721 attractions in New York City
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Type: Art Museums, Religious Sites
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: Branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art that was constructed out of sections of French medieval monasteries, offers an extensive collection of... more » Owner description: Branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art that was constructed out of sections of French medieval monasteries, offers an extensive collection of statues, paintings, stained glass windows and tapestries. « less
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Ciudad de México, México
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

After a week at NYC, visiting The Cloisters was a wonderful place to go to and get the beautiful surroundings (scarse, maybe) that the city area still has. It is a wonderful walk and beautiful park.

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Appalachia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

This is an exquisite collection in an exquisite venue in an exquisite location. We took a cab out and the train back. Don't expend a lot of energy getting there, save it for being there.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Worth the long subway ride. The Cloisters is one of the best kept secrets of New York. Superb artworks and gardens make it a place for everyone.

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Saskatchewan Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

The Cloisters is linked to the Met, and well worth the extra time to see. Take the subway, it is much faster and the exit is steps from the entrance to the Park. There is a long entrance to the art display with quite a few stairs, would not recommend this for anyone struggling with walking. The art display is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Beautiful art in a gorgeous setting; great place to relax on a sunny day. The sights, the smells, the sounds - the gardens are a oasis of peace in a busy city.

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Kalamazoo
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Love, love, love the Cloisters and ALL their exhibits. Took the garden tour this time and totally enjoyed the various botanical biographies.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

This place is so beautiful and so tranquil, you forget you're still on Manhattan island! Even if you're not a fan of medieval art I think you'll love The Cloisters. The walk to The Cloisters is just as beautiful; a nice leisurely stroll with plenty of photo opportunities. Entry to the Cloisters also entitles you to same-day entry to The... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

You feel like you are in Europe somewhere without having left the city. It's best to catch the subway and not the bus (as we did) because it's much faster. There is some wonderful art and it is certainly different from the rest of Manhattan

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Filled with monastic art in a monastery, the Cloisters really makes you feel like you're entering into a different age, and gives you a sense of the life of people in a monastery. I would have liked more of that—to see living quarters and all that—but still, the art is exciting. The unicorn tapestries are great, though it makes you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

You wouldnt believe you were still in Manhattan. It's almost at the northern tip. a walk through Fort Tryon park is a nice way to get here. The admission prices at the cloisters are "suggested donations" which means you can pay anything you want. So, pay according to what you plan to get out of it. well kept cloister gardens... More

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