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    Alyssa Dela Cruz
    Alyssa Dela Cruz
    Last updated 6 Jul 2022
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    Welcome to New York, the city of iconic monuments, incredible Broadway performances, and world-class museums!
    Thanks to its impressive collection of masterpieces by some of the biggest names in art and important historical artifacts, the Big Apple’s museums and galleries are an absolute must-visit. Even if you’re not the biggest art aficionado or history buff, you’ll appreciate seeing Van Gogh’s Starry Night and a NASA space shuttle in the flesh. The best part? You can see all these and more at a discount thanks to the New York City Museum Pass! 
    With just a single pass, you can get access to the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum, and more. Here’s how:

    What is the New York City Museum Pass?

    the Klook-exclusive New York City Museum Pass
    The New York City Museum Pass is your key to discovering NYC’s finest pieces of art and intriguing historical treasures! Out of the city’s wide array of museums, five have been carefully selected and curated to give visitors a holistic experience into New York’s vibrant art scene.
    Why should you buy it?
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    Thanks to Klook’s New York City Museum Pass, you can enjoy savings of up to 18.8%! On top of that, you’ll also be able to avoid long lines. Just show the voucher and you’re good to go. Plus, the pass is valid for 30 days, so you can choose when and where you want to go. 
    How do you use it?
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    After buying the New York City Museum Pass, you can activate it by heading to the Bookings page in your account. Once you’ve chosen which one you want to visit, you’ll receive a voucher which you can use to enter the museums of your choice. You may have to pick a time slot for your visit, so make sure to read the terms for your preferred museum.

    Which museums can you visit with the New York City Museum Pass?

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     The New York City Museum Pass includes admission to three of these museums:
    • The Whitney Museum of American Art
    • The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
    • Museum of the City of New York
    • The National 9/11 Memorial Museum
    • The Museum of Modern Art
    Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
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    The MoMA is arguably the finest collection of art in New York. The museum has six floors of nothing but masterpieces! Here you’ll find Claude Monet’s Reflections of Clouds on the Water-Lily Pond, Pablo Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon, and Salvador Dali’s Persistence of Memory. Of course, we can’t forget about the jewel of the crown, Van Gogh’s Starry Night, located at Gallery 1. Plus, the museum is located in Midtown, so it’s really easy to visit!
    The museum currently does not have COVID-19 restrictions. Vaccinations and face coverings are not required but recommended. The cloakroom is currently closed and all items bigger than 11 × 17 × 5” (28 × 43 × 13 cm) are not permitted inside.
    • Address: 11 West 53 Street, Manhattan, New York, NY
    • Opening hours: 10:30 - 17:30 from Sunday to Friday | 10:30 - 19:00 on Saturdays
    The Whitney Museum of American Art
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    Want a glimpse of the local and current art scene? Head to the Whitney, one of New York City’s best art museums. Featuring 20th century and contemporary pieces by American artists, you’ll see commentary on the country’s current and past events by its biggest artists. Admire Edward Hopper’s Soir Bleu, Jasper Johns’ Racing Thoughts, and other thought-provoking pieces in the form of paintings, sculptures, and exhibits. 
    The museum currently does not have COVID-19 restrictions. Vaccinations and face coverings are not required but highly encouraged. Backpacks bigger than 11 × 15 × 5 must be checked along with large umbrellas. Bicycles and scooters are not allowed inside the premises.
    • Address: 99 Gansevoort St, New York, NY
    • Opening hours: 10:30 - 18:00 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays | 11:00 - 18:00 on Saturdays and Sundays | 10:30 - 22:00 on Fridays | Closed on Tuesdays
    The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
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    For something that’s a little bit different, spend time at the Intrepid Museum and marvel at actual planes and ships used in wars, like the USS Intrepid which was used in WWII. As you walk by the aircraft carriers and vessels, you’ll discover how technology has improved over the years. It’s not just all about watercrafts and aircrafts. You can also see a prototype of NASA’s Enterprise, which paved the way for future space trips.
    The museum currently does not have COVID-19 restrictions. Vaccinations and face coverings are not required but recommended. During your visit, you’ll find sanitizing stations all throughout the museum and signage to help with social distancing. The Intrepid Museum doesn’t offer any baggage storage.
    • Address: Pier 86, W 46th St, New York, NY
    • Opening hours: Daily from 10:00 to 17:00
    The National 9/11 Memorial Museum
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    Get a close look at two of the darkest days in American history when you visit the 9/11 Museum in New York City. Located at the site of the Twin Towers, the museum-slash-memorial tells the story of the 9/11 attacks and the 1993 World Trade Center bombings from the side of the locals. Learn how the events changed the course of American history and the importance of remembering.
    Masks are still required for indoor guided tours and auditorium programs, but optional for the rest of the museum’s locations. The coat check is currently closed and all oversized items are not allowed inside the museum.
    • Address: 180 Greenwich St, New York, NY
    • Opening hours: Thursday to Monday from 10:00 - 17:00 | Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    Museum of the City of New York (MCNY)
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    There's a reason why NYC is considered by many as the greatest city in the world, and MCNY shows why! The museum celebrates the city's unique charm, diverse cultures, and colorful character with fascinating exhibitions, intriguing photographs, and vibrant paintings. As you admire photographs by Stanley Kubrick before he became a renowned director and listen to music by prominent New Yorkers like Run DMC and the Talking Heads, you'll learn how New York became the world-famous city for chasing dreams that it's known to be today.
    In response to COVID-19, all visitors to the museum older than 2 years old are asked to wear a mask or face covering. Vaccination is not required. There are multiple sanitizing stations throughout the premises. There’s no luggage storage available.
    • Address: 1220 5th Ave, New York, NY
    • Opening hours: 10:00 - 17:00 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays | 10:00 - 21:00 on Thursdays | Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    There’s a reason why New York is called the City of Dreams. You’ll find inspiration at every corner and museums are living proof of it. As you explore the exhibitions, you’ll get to see for yourself how the city has sparked and continues to spark creativity and innovation in artists of the past and present.

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