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- Eat, Stay, Tell134 contributionsThis is an incredible museum and memorial that thoughtfully and delicately displays a very dark chapter in human history.
The two water memorials in the location of the former WTC towers are beautiful and sombre as a tribute to those who lost their lives.
The museum itself, apart from the entrance, is underground in the foundations of the former towers and so you don't really know how big it will be.
When we visited, my wife was on crutches and all staff we encountered offered to assist her by either getting a wheelchair or by other means. They couldn’t have been more helpful.
The exhibit areas are well spaced out and the museum was kept at a cool temperature with deliberately low lighting. It was incredible to see how much detail had been preserved and displayed.
There is much to see here and there are at least two detailed sections where photographs are not permitted.
I felt quite emotional throughout the museum and it takes you back to where you were on that day when the world changed. A very moving experience.
Definitely a place everyone should visit at least once and the price was completely reasonable for how much there is to see. Could spend several hours here easily if you take the time to engage with every display.
A few people brought screaming babies and young children into the venue which sort of takes away from the experience. There was nothing present that makes this suitable for children which is totally fair for what the location is. Maybe consider if you really need to bring a baby or toddler.Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - anaclaramoraessNew York City, NY3 contributionsGreat museum! You need at least one full day to get to see everything, but the good news is that with the day pass, you can get in and out of the museum, so it is possible to have lunch outside and then come back to see the rest of the exhibitionsWritten August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- delfinacuario2000Buenos Aires, Argentina637 contributionsAn amazing central station located in the center of the city. It’s a mandatory stop, either as a tourist attraction or to catch subways and trains to different destinations. The central part of the station is really beautiful and worth seeing. Many movies have been filmed here, so much of what we see feels familiar, as we’ve already seen it on screen without a doubt. Make sure to visit the food market; it offers great gourmet options, charcuterie, chocolates, spices, and more!Written September 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- trip-radarRhodes Town, Greece980 contributionsThere are many interesting things to see and do in this museum, especially the audiovisual hall about the Big Bang and the UniverseWritten August 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Auntie ReviewsEssex, UK39 contributionsA really great market of restaurants and shops. You could easily be here for hours sampling different meals as well as working your way round the shops. Worth a visit but be mindful that it is popular and busy. We had the best lobster roll!Written September 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mick UHastings on Hudson, NY2 contributionsI like to spend time their exploring books and beautiful design of Library. It is one the inspiring spots of New York city. Also park behind it also incredible.Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- VRomeijnAmsterdam, The Netherlands170 contributionsAs big fans of modern art, we were looking forward to visiting the MoMA. The MoMA has a huge collection featuring many of the most well known works of modern art, and you will definitely encounter familiar sights within a few minutes of entering; among (many) others, during our visit we viewed works by Warhol, Liechtenstein, Van Gogh and Picasso. We were lucky enough to visit several very interesting exhibitions. I really liked the "Crafting Modernity: Design in Latin America"-exhibition, which featured a wide array of modernist posters, but also furniture and household appliances created by Latin American artists between 1940 and 1980. Since I am very interested in Expressionist art, I was also glad that we were able to visit the Kathe Kollwitz-exhibition, which as people familiar with her work will understand was an interesting but also emotionally loaded experience. The MoMA obviously is a very large museum and you have to know in advance that in a few hours, you will only be able to explore a certain percentage of the museum. Even so, a definite must for anyone who likes modern art.Written September 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Max It OutHarrogate, UK1,264 contributionsWhat an amazing building, the architecture is incredible, I love the engineering that goes into something like this, it’s massive inside as well, looks big on the outside and even bigger on the insideWritten August 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Linzi SMotherwell, UK24 contributionsWe used the Go City Pass and was so well organised for getting
your time/ticket to enter the tour. We only had to wait 30mins and had a look round the NY Rangers and Nicks merchandise shop until our allocated time. Miranda our tour guide was very welcoming, funny informative and engaging. Would highly recommend the tour.Written August 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ArinyaThailand4 contributionsThe museum presents its content with a mix of educational insight and playful engagement, making it both informative and entertaining. The staff is knowledgeable and the atmosphere is respectful, encouraging open dialogue and reflection. It’s an intriguing destination for those interested in exploring the complexities of human sexuality in a museum setting.Written September 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- The Traveling PierogiWorld277 contributionsLocated in the Washington Heights section of Manhattan, The Met Cloisters is a museum owned by the The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (or the Met for short) features Medieval style artwork and architecture from the Gothic and Romanesque era. The word Cloister is defined as a covered walkway that surrounds a garden(s) or a courtyard usually found at monasteries, convents, or other religious buildings. It is an amazing place to have a prayer, meditate, or just having a peaceful time to reflect.
There are three cloisters in the complex, my favorite is the main one, the Cuxa Cloister. The design comes from the Abbey of Saint Michel de Cuxa. The fountain that is in the middle of the cloister dates back to the 13th century and is from Saint Genis des Fontaines Monastery. This museum makes me feel like I am in Europe, more specifically France (England is a nice feel too). Makes me want to go back to both countries and explore the countryside and visit some of these monasteries with their cloisters. Here is a little fun fact, there is a display of medieval playing cards, which is one of two known to have been in tacked.
I would recommend coming here to see what it would be like in a cloister and what it would feel like being in a monastery. But before I go, I do have to say there is a fee to get into the museum.Written September 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Kaan KuskonmazIstanbul, Türkiye284 contributionsAnyone visiting New York City who is a die-hard fan of "Home Alone" can remember this place. It was my first stop when I was in Manhattan.Written April 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ciro BNaples, Italy112 contributionsSt. Patrick’s Cathedral is one of those landmarks in New York that you can visit relatively quickly, but it’s definitely worth seeing. Its central location makes it easy to fit into your itinerary, as it’s near Grand Central Station, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, and the New York Public Library. The cathedral is both beautiful and grand, offering free entry, with a $5 fee if you wish to light a candle for prayer.
Visiting St. Patrick’s feels almost familiar, likely because it has appeared in many films, making it a recognizable spot. If you’re in the area, I highly recommend stopping by to appreciate its impressive architecture and serene atmosphere.Written August 27, 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.
- tinaNtravelSan Jose, CA2,010 contributionsEllis Island is the first stop after the Statue of Liberty. Unfortunately, we didn’t have enough time to explore as we needed to get back to our hotel by a certain time. But we did go into the main museum area and walk around. It was quite interesting to read about the different groups of immigrants that came through Ellis Island. There was also a short 30-minute movie, but we didn’t have time to watch it. It also looked quite pretty to walk around outside with some great views.Written September 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
