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New York, with room to breathe
Three free places to spend time, from a SoHo art room to the Brooklyn waterfront. Pick one and let the day grow from there.
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American Museum of Natural History
Natural history fills an Upper West Side landmark, with enough to explore to make this the main plan of the day.
- Location
- 200 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024
A place worth knowing
Plan the visit around the collection or exhibition that interests you. The official visitor information has the current admission arrangements and opening calendar.
Practical details last checked 21 Sept 2026
Find your way.
American Museum of Natural History
200 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024
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Opening hours
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200 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024
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