American Museum of Natural History.
In 3 Shout NY guides.
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The Best Museums in New York City
This is a classic for a reason. From the giant blue whale in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life to the T-Rex in the Hall of Saurischian Dinosaurs, the museum's dioramas and fossil collections are iconic.
Go for: Dinosaurs, the blue whale, and the Hayden Planetarium.
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Free and Pay-What-You-Wish Museum Hours in New York, Verified for 2026
General admission is a suggested amount for residents of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Go for: the dinosaur halls, which are included.
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The Upper West Side Guide
This is a city institution for a reason. The giant blue whale, the dinosaur halls, the Hayden Planetarium, it's all essential.
Go for: The Hall of Saurischian Dinosaurs and the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life.