American Museum of Natural History

Such a classic- The experience starts before you've entered the building- Take a walk around the block to check out the architecture- the stone facade is stunning! I love going to museums on rainy/winter days, and the content in this one can keep my entertained for hours- They have great special exhibits that are worth checking out! The museum is pay what you wish, but you usually have to pay more for the special exhibits (worth the fee).

A must-visit for tourists as well as locals! If you have any interest in History, or biology or science or even just AWESOME LOOKING THINGS, then there is something here for you!  See dinosaurs, the big blue what and a cool thing I only recently discovered is the Easter Island head in the pacific island section, very cool and impressive!  Just walking around is an adventure in and of itself and there is always something new to discover! I also really enjoy a lot of the presentations and lectures they give (many of which are free) throughout the year. So definitely check it out! A true gem!

This museum is an absolute must-visit for tourists and New Yorkers alike. There are always new, interesting exhibitions and it hosts interesting classes and lectures for adults, including a sleep-over in the whale room.

Treat yourself afterwards by taking a walk over to Levain Bakery. 

This museum is really great for people that are into history, archaeology and the like. It's huge, so set aside enough time in the day to really explore each exhibit. Or, alternatively, find out what exhibits are currently running and allocate time based on that. The great thing is that admission is technically free (they allow you to donate whatever you want/have a suggested price). I never get anything from the gift shop as they are vastly overpriced. The exhibits themselves are very cool. Lots of artifacts, documents, memorabilia from different places and different times. I love the Egyptian exhibit, but I'm bias as I'm half Egyptian lol. You can't leave without checking out the dinosaurs though! 

Really giant museum that feels a bit like other museums were haphazardly stitched together. That being said, it's an adventure that never fails to elicit excitement, fun, enjoyment, and a bit of learning - which is really the goal of a great museum in the end. The food court is filled with congealed leftovers and unhelpful staff. There are gift shops everywhere. Admissions may be free (or 'suggested'), but the prices are a bit exorbitant. Back to the good stuff - literally everything you can imagine is stuffed in here. Sometimes it feels like they ran out of room, or got some new stuff, so they threw on another wing, or floor even. Some stuff feels dated. Overall, you could walk in a circle and not see the same stuff twice - you can explore, and visit whatever fancies your interest. There is no shortage of things to view. The newer exhibits lean heavily on interaction, which feels relevant and makes it more interesting and tangible. I had a really great time, and feel regardless of my own preference, this museum is a treasure (not to be missed).

Lovely museum great for families. I would say that families should either come really early or try to come on the weekday because it is beyond packed on the weekends. 

The American Museum of Natural History has been a lifelong love of mine. No wonder the movie Night At The Museum chose this as its original setting - the entire building feels like an adventure, especially as a child. The must sees include the giant T Rex and the Blue Whale. I don't think there is a room in the museum I don't love. And be sure to remember that rates for admission are suggested pricing, so even if you're a bit broke, you can definitely still enjoy the museum.