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What travelers are saying
- hullarximDubai, United Arab Emirates59 contributionsThis museum is a must visit.very stunning museum with so many things to see.So far this is the most beautiful memorial I have ever seen.Written September 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- eagertraveller123UK1,350 contributionsGorgeous and a must see if you’re in New York / really beautiful building and interior and fantastic collections. Not to be missedWritten September 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DayTrip560110076322 contributionsThis place has had a total upgrade since the first time I went!! You can absolutely appreciate this museum whether you are a pride or not. It has what you’d expect but also has a whole historical side to hit. Games to play as well!! It was too much fun! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!! 😘😘Written October 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mikan999Bristol, UK571 contributionsThis is an excellent museum. They have done a fantastic job in returning this 1863 tenement building to its original state, complete with furniture. The visit takes about one and a half hours. All visits are guided which is great, our guide Erica was excellent with a wealth of information about how immigrants who arrived in the late 1800s lived in this kind of building. You can chose from several tour themes. This is an essential visit if you are in New York. It's a bit off the main parts of tourist New York but well worth the journey, there is a subway station at Delancy. There is a shop and bathrooms in the reception building. We walked back from here to Chinatown, quite an interesting walk.Written September 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lynn ISan Francisco, CA45 contributionsSmall museum of historic value, well worth a visit. So glad we saw these beautiful rooms with an amazing personal collection of priceless artifacts, paintings, and books. After having read Susan Orleans‘s book, The Library Book, it was especially interesting to me. Make sure you join one of the free tours with a docent!Written September 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Maree H1 contributionThis place was amazing. Very moving and really well done. Very respectful. Can't believe I got to hold things that were kept from 9/11. Highly recommendWritten January 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Boyd JMaleny, Australia1,754 contributionsWe had a couple of hours to spare on our last day in NYC and one attraction left on our Explorer Pass to headed off to Madame Tussauds. Itreally is prettyv cheesy, but there has been some effort put into grouping the celebrities and present them thematically. There is also a 10 minute Marvel Universe 4D movie which is entertaining enough.Written March 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gina B2 contributionsI highly recommend visiting this museum. This is perfect for anyone who loves architecture, history, beauty, art. I enjoyed the docent-led tour and learning about how the church was saved from ruin. If you plan to do any tours at the Tenement Museum this place is only a 9-minute walk from that museum. After your tour here you can explore Chinatown and Little Italy.Written September 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- trip-radarRhodes Town, Greece980 contributionsWe are all part of a large surveillance operation. You hear this phrase and begin an exhibition of information and interactions about spying.Written August 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Paola F1 contributionMy kid enjoyed a lot the experience, a beautiful place to make amazing memories, we enjoyed the pool and the ice cream stationsWritten August 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Eileen108Mount Shasta, CA5,116 contributionsLoved this museum, definitely recommend! The Audio Guide is excellent and the displays in the various small rooms show every step the immigrants went through. You need to set aside an entire day for both Liberty and Ellis islands.Written October 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- toslJersey City, NJ958 contributionsGreat rotating exhibits and a new permanent display on the Presidents. There is a lot to see but this museum is next door to the Museum of Natural History and Central Park so it is often overlooked. Great for research and a good store.Written August 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- abroadwithashleyMinneapolis, MN1,724 contributionsSignificantly smaller than the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington DC, but we're still glad we visited this NY museum as well. Since tickets are free, it's a great deal in the city. Our favorite piece was in the rotating exhibit on level one (we didn't see anyone else down there, so make sure not to miss it!). Level two had a lot of representation of tribes throughout the Americas, but at a very surface level. They did a great job, however, of digging into the NY tribes.Written March 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Emily W3 contributionsIt was very unique and fun. It has 2 floors and multiple photo opportunities! It was smaller than I expected but still something cool to do if you’re visiting. Especially if you have children!Written August 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JemlnlxBronx, NY5,625 contributionsGreat experience at the Museum of Jewish Heritage.
Visited on a Thursday later afternoon. Thursday is their late day, open until 8pm, and admission is free during their after-hours period. During normal hours, adult admission is $18 and children 12 and under are free.
There was no wait to enter at that time. You will pass through a TSA-style safety area where your bags are put through a scanner. Not as thorough as TSA, thankfully. You will then proceed to the ticket area where you can purchase tickets or scan your pre-purchased tickets. You will get an admission sticker.
They do NOT allow certain items in the museum area, including backpacks, large bags and strollers. These items can be checked for free at the bag/coat check area near the admission counter.
You can then proceed to the main area. The museum is fairly linear and you can complete it by following that path.
Lots of interesting information about the holocaust, including the period leading up to and the period that followed it. Great exhibits throughout with lots to see. Aside from the holocaust, the museum addresses other instances of historical persecution of the Jewish people as well as providing a good overall understanding of the Jewish culture.
There is a cafe on the second floor.
On the main floor, there is a gift shop with lots of lovely trinkets for purchase. Be sure to check it out before leaving.
All staff I encountered during my visit were great: very friendly and helpful.
Parking is tough in the area as expected. There are a few blocks of street parking in the immediate Battery Park City neighborhood...but these spaces are far and few. There are some garages in the area but they can be expensive.
There are a bunch of subway stations within the 5-8 block range including access to the 1, R, W, 4 and 5 trains.Written August 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
