The Jewish Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

1. The Jewish Museum

9.3
1109 5th Ave (at E 92nd St), New York, NY
Museum · Carnegie Hill · 73 tips and reviews

Tatyana F.Tatyana Fisher: One of my top 5 favorite museums in the city. Their exhibitions are top notch, led by knowledgeable guides. This museum is always the highlight of my trip.

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Delve into permanent exhibit, "Culture and Continuity: The Jewish Journey." You can follow the story of the Jewish people through at least 800 art forms, from paintings to hip-hop showcases.

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: There’s menorah mania in the gift shop of this spot, which, considering the many exhibits that feature artists such as Pissarro or Soutine, could easily be called the "I Didn’t Know They Were Jewish!" Read more.

The Cloisters is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

2. The Cloisters

9.1
99 Margaret Corbin Dr (at Fort Tryon Pl), New York, NY
Museum · Hudson Heights · 250 tips and reviews

Sean F.Sean Fleming: Beautiful views from the Museum of the Hudson river. Also very interesting art to be seen.

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Check out the famous Unicorn Tapestries, the 12th-century Fuentidueña Chapel and the Annunciation Triptych by Robert Campin.

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: At this museum devoted to medieval art, a path winds through the peaceful grounds to a monastery that appears to have survived from the Middle Ages. Don’t miss the famed unicorn tapestries. Read more.

Japan Society is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

3. Japan Society

9.3
333 E 47th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Museum · Turtle Bay · 48 tips and reviews

Will H.Will Harahan: A nice venue for film screenings that’s a bit off the beaten path. Happy to trek for a 4K restoration of Mishima.

MoMAMoMA: Japan House is a MoMA: Landmarks of Modern Architecture Scavenger Hunt location! Show your checkin at MoMA (6/17-7/31) to receive $5 off 1 regular admission ticket! http://bit.ly/13Acm3l

Bradley Associates Current HeadlinesBradley Associates Current Headlines: Tokyo and the whole of Japan this 2013 - Shinz? Abe, born 21 September, 1954 is a Japanese politician and was the President of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the chairman of the Oyagaku [...] Read more.

The Morgan Library & Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

4. The Morgan Library & Museum

9.2
225 Madison Ave (btwn E 36th & E 37th St), New York, NY
Museum · Murray Hill · 179 tips and reviews

Amy R.Amy Robertson: Beautiful artifacts and architecture and a lovely cafe make for a delightful couple hours

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: J. P. Morgan demanded strict safeguards for the rare objects kept here, stating in 1924 that “one soiled thumb could undo the work of nine hundred years, and a misplaced cough could be a disaster.” Read more.

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The library itself, formerly J.P. Morgan's library, was completed in 1906. It's three stories high and has hidden staircases tucked behind its bookshelves; alas, visitors can’t actually climb them. Read more.

Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art & Storytelling is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

5. Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art & Storytelling

8.5
898 Saint Nicholas Ave (W155th Street), New York, NY
Museum · West Harlem · 3 tips and reviews

Benjamin H.Benjamin Healy: Beautiful building, friendly and helpful staff, fascinating exhibits, fun activities, something for everyone!

Harlem A.Harlem Ambassador: Still being built, and yet, the exhibitions have already begun. The sugar cube exhibit has been drawing crowds. The state of the art building above also is showing art on the weekends. Soon to open!

Andy S.Andy Saunders: Bring your children of all ages it's fun for all.

Auditorium Of New York Historical Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

6. Auditorium Of New York Historical Museum

8.6
170 Central Park W, New York, NY
Museum · Upper West Side · 1 tip

Will H.Will Harahan: The balcony area is a great place to sit during events here.

Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Library is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

7. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Library

8.4
New York, NY
Museum · Midtown East · 9 tips and reviews

Judith A.Judith Adams: Expensive to get in but well worth it. A must-see in NYC.

Adrianna T.Adrianna Tan: Don't even try going in the festive period. I've been to malls that were better thought out and better curated than this one. Pity.

Lina L.Lina Lanovoi: Favorite museum in the city. Perfect place to take out of town relatives... buy a membership. Skip the line and your guests pay $5

Museum at Eldridge Street is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

8. Museum at Eldridge Street

8.4
12 Eldridge St (btwn Canal & Division St), New York, NY
Museum · Chinatown · 36 tips and reviews

Theresa R.Theresa Roldan: Such a beautiful synagogue. Definitely a hidden gem worth visiting

HISTORYHISTORY: This is one of the oldest synagogues in the U.S., first built by Jews from Eastern Europe in 1887. It was designed by architects Peter and Francis William Herter.

Rob K.Rob Kelley: A real architectural surprise in a cramped neighborhood--a lofty soaring restored Jewish Synagogue. Go just for the experience of going from tight sidewalk to the vaulted indoor space. FREE ON MONDAYS

International Center For Photography (ICP) is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

9. International Center For Photography (ICP)

8.2
79 Essex St (Delancey St), New York, NY
Museum · 4 tips and reviews

Chris G.Chris Gampat: The new museum is so cool. But the reflections on the photos can be a bit much at times.

bart c.bart collet: Warped back to 1980-1990 hip hop & rap culture. Liked it big time. They should have more than 1 floor dedicated to this theme

bart c.bart collet: Warped back to 1980-1990 rap scene ❤️

The Paley Center for Media is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

10. The Paley Center for Media

8.5
25 W 52nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Museum · Midtown East · 31 tips and reviews

Allison D.Allison Daugila: The staff here are accommodating and helpful. They are sweet and knowledgable. They make the experience easy and enjoyable.

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: Inside visitors have access to nearly 150K TV/radio shows that may be watched in designated console rooms. Shows date back as far as 1918 and are inclusive of current shows. More info via <LINK> Read more.

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: Plenty of great Advertising Week events happening here. Oh, and the video library is a must. You can literally spend hours watching great TV from yesterday and today. Read more.

Submarine Growler at the Intrepid Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

11. Submarine Growler at the Intrepid Museum

8.7
Pier 86 (at W 46th St & 12th Ave), New York, NY
Museum · Hell's Kitchen · 34 tips and reviews

Intrepid MuseumIntrepid Museum: Fifty-five years ago, the submarine Growler was commissioned on August 30, 1958 at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Be sure to stop by for a walk through the sub when you visit the Museum.

Intrepid MuseumIntrepid Museum: Restoration begins on the Regulus I Missile on the submarine Growler! We'll share more pictures throughout the process. Read more.

Erwin V.Erwin Vanhecke: Interesting, but dangerous for tall people ;-)

Madame Tussauds is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

12. Madame Tussauds

8.1
234 W 42nd St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Museum · Theater District · 238 tips and reviews

Miriam F.Miriam Femerling: Such fun visiting this museum!

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: In 1954, Hubert's Dime Museum housed a flea circus and other carnival side shows. Click "More Info" to see this pic of classic Times Square! Read more.

Reham T.Reham Tsh: Be sure to purchase the ticket online you will get it with a lower fare. The bad thing that happened to us when we purchased the tickets and went out there at 8:30 and the were closed !!!

9/11 Tribute Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

13. 9/11 Tribute Museum

8.5
92 Greenwich St (Rector St), New York, NY
Museum · Financial District · 7 tips and reviews

QuinteinQuintein: Beautiful museum really puts into perspective the events that day. I recommend going solo and spending up to 2 hours there. The gift shop is incredibly tacky for such a sensitive location.

Mare L.Mare Leal: Wonderfull! The history is impressive! Every Tuesday it’s free admission from 5pm.

Sonja A.Sonja Agustina: Can’t imagine it s 17 years past, i still grieve to read all the tragedy. Deeply condolences for the loss of their family and loved ones 😢

Poster House is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

14. Poster House

8.4
119 W 23rd St (6th Ave), New York, NY
Museum · 8 tips and reviews

Amy B.Amy B: One of my favorite museums. It's small so even if you just find yourself in the area pop in. It's not large.

mirandamiranda: free admission every friday!

MariMari: Beautiful space and nice exhibits.

Balloon Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in New York City.

15. Balloon Museum

8.1
299 South St (Montgomery St.), New York, NY
Museum · Two Bridges · 1 tip

Eartha G.Eartha Gowins: Fun for the whole family