The 15 Best Museum Tickets in the USA

1.9/11 Memorial & Museum Timed-Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31,428 reviews · 1 day · from $25Our pick

Review of the $25 9/11 Memorial Museum ticket in New York, with practical advice on exhibits, timing, emotional impact, and value.

“This was a really poignant experience, very thought provoking and sad. We felt the power of the tragedy that this museum commemorates, but the celebration of the people who lost their lives and carrying on their memories. I love that the money goes towards the charity and would recommend this museum to anyone visiting.”

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2.Empire State Building Tickets – Observatory & Museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 25,757 reviews · 45 minutes - 2 hours · from $47

Review the Empire State Building Observatory, with 86th and optional 102nd-floor views, museum galleries, practical tips, and ticket advice.

“It was a smooth and easy experience from start to finish. The whole experience was interesting and very informative inside the building with the history behind the building. The views from the 86th floor were amazing and we had the bonus of seeing the sunset this made my trip to NYC complete. A definite must do in NYC”

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3.American Museum of Natural History Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15,447 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Spend a full day at New York’s American Museum of Natural History, with dinosaurs, the Gilder Center, space shows, and family-friendly exhibits.

“Great experience. We spent few hours and didn’t see everything. Great for a rainy or cold day. We visited NYE week and it was very crowded. It would be nice if they had a max number of ticket sales to prevent overcrowding. And maybe kids area would also be nice.”

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4.Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12,540 reviews · 1 day · from $30

Visit MoMA in Midtown for Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, free audio guides, special exhibitions, films, and access to MoMA PS1.

“One of the best museums I’ve seen in my life. Monet, Klimt, Picasso, Van Gogh, Kahlo, Hopper, Magritte.. I am just sorry that not all the artwork they have is displayed, sadly”

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5.9/11 Memorial, Ground Zero Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,381 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $39Top rated

Walk Ground Zero with a guide who has a personal 9/11 connection, visit the memorial pools, and add the National 9/11 Museum.

“It’s cold out dress warm. Be prepared to do a lot of walking. Take lots of pictures and take it all in”

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6.9/11 Memorial Museum Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,376 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36

Review of the 9/11 Memorial Museum ticket in New York, with practical advice on exhibits, timing, cost, security, accessibility, and value.

“It’s a lot to take in given I was born 8 months and 8 days later it was just sad about what happened and the items in the museum just was wow. Will come back again one day.”

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7.All-Access 9/11: Ground Zero Tour, Memorial and Museum, One World Observatory

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,886 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $109

A moving Ground Zero tour with the 9/11 Memorial, Museum, and One World Observatory, guided by personal stories and powerful views.

“Excellent tour outside 911 Memorial. Be prepared to walk outdoors, espein the cold. . Rob was excellent guide!!”

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8.Intrepid Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,687 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Explore the USS Intrepid, Enterprise shuttle, historic aircraft, and Growler submarine with a flexible one-day NYC museum ticket.

“Really good value for money Very interesting and lots and lots to see and experience”

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9.USS Midway Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,896 reviews · 365 days · from $41

Explore San Diego’s USS Midway with aircraft, crew quarters, flight simulators, an audio guide, and stories from former sailors.

“The volunteers for the Midway. Knowledgeable and friendly. Was a great day. Thank you”

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10.Museum of Ice Cream Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,619 reviews · 1h 30m · from $40

Review the Museum of Ice Cream in New York, with unlimited samples, a sprinkle pool, slides, photo rooms, pricing, and practical tips.

“It was a wonderful experience and the staff was amazing!”

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11.Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,512 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $35

Relive the Boston Tea Party aboard replica ships, toss tea into the harbor, meet costumed guides, and see a surviving tea chest.

“Great interactive experience. The actors were top notch. Fun for the kids. I would say it’s a must do but if you have time and want the kids to learn about history, I would recommend.”

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12.JFK Assassination and Museum Tour with Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,480 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Trace JFK’s final Dallas route, visit Dealey Plaza, Oswald’s rooming house, and the Sixth Floor Museum with an expert guide.

“Dan was great guide and it was very informative tour. Would recommend to anyone. Well worth the time.”

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13.The National WWII Museum Admission Ticket New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,202 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $37

Explore New Orleans’ National WWII Museum with aircraft, personal stories, immersive galleries, and optional 4D experiences.

“Plan for a full day of exploring if anyone in your group loves history. I’ve never seen my fiance so immersed in a museum before. He’s already planning our next trip where he has plenty of time to explore.”

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14.Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,201 reviews · 1 day · from $30

Review the Guggenheim Museum in New York, from Frank Lloyd Wright’s spiral design and modern art to audio guide tips and ticket value.

“A magnificent collection of paintings and the stunning architecture of the museum building”

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15.USS Midway Museum Admission: Valid Any Date

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,165 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $41

Explore the USS Midway in San Diego with flexible admission, an audio tour, restored aircraft, naval exhibits, and sweeping harbor views.

“It was a very impressive experience and all the volunteers were so helpful and knowledgeable. Very glad we joined the event while on vacation.”

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