Location: Chelsea
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Things to do in New York City, New York (NY): The Best Specialty Museums
Conquering New York in one visit is impossible. Instead, hit the must-sees – the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art – and then explore off the beaten path with visits to The Cloisters or one of the city’s libraries. Indulge in the bohemian shops of the West Village or the fine dining of the Upper West Side. The bustling marketplace inside of Grand Central Station gives you a literal taste of the best the city has to offer.
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1. KGB Espionage Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 299 reviews
The KGB Espionage Museum presents the biggest in the whole world and never-before-seen collection of items covering the activities of KGB agents and revealing the methods that underlay many of history's top secret espionage operations.
Reviewed By dmacrig
Came in with a friend to see the museum - a wonderful collection of eclectic pieces from the old world. Fascinating displays and very well- versed tour guide (Danihl) who gave us some super insight into the world of the Cold War. Highly recommended.
2. The Museum at FIT
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By cjyap - Griswold, United States
This is a great museum. There are three galleries, one devoted to special exhibits. All the exhibits change every 6 month as they rotate through their 50,000 garments covering 250 years of fashion. The special exhibit gallery was closed when I went, as it was preparing for an opening of a new exhibit the following week: Ballerina: Fashion's Modern Muse. I'm going to try and get back for that! This is not a large museum and that it's free is a real bonus! Definitly worth a stop. The hours are: Tues - Fri Noon - 8pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Closed Sundays, Mondays, and the following legal holidays: July 4th,Thanksgiving Day,Christmas Day,New Year’s Day
3. Houdini Museum of New York at Fantasma Magic
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Vast collection of tricks, cards, DVDs & collectibles for sale, plus the Houdini Museum of New York.
Reviewed By jdinph34684 - Palm Harbor, United States
What could be more fun than visiting a Houdini Museum? Add in a sales counter behind which is a talented magician demonstrating one amazing trick after another. Oh, and the visit costs nothing. I visit this shop every time I am in NYC and excitedly suggest it to any of my friends who are traveling there. The Houdini Museum includes a variety of props (handcuffs, straightjacket, a coffin) as well as interesting pictures and newspaper articles and personal letters. Plenty to see and enjoy.
4. Rose Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Taste and learn about Rose from around the world as the mansion transports you to magical places filled with endless fun and surprises. Visit Cleopatra’s Palace, try a 1960’s acid test, toss confetti in a giant cake, and more on our wine tour! Then experience RoseLand, a wine-themed playground with games, chandelier swings, tacos, photo ops, and the largest Rose wine list in the country.
Reviewed By radaisas
Had a lot of fun, if you are the type that love pics with friends and venues you will love this place, we had a great time and wines were very tasty, totally recommend.
5. ZeroSpace: The Show
6. Artechouse NYC
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
Drawing on Pantone Classic Blue's inspirational qualities, "Celestial" takes visitors on a journey beyond the skies. This technology-powered, multi-sensory installation transcends space and time— pushing the limits of our imagination and opening up a new realm of possibilities. Submerge yourself in the sights, sounds and sensations of Classic Blue. On view through Feb 21, 2021. ARTECHOUSE is the nation's first innovative art destination dedicated to the intersection of art, science and technology. From physical, immersive art spaces in NYC, DC and Miami to an extended reality (XR) mobile app, ARTECHOUSE is where curiosity-seekers of all ages go to experience creative innovation without limits. Founded in 2015 by arts advocates Sandro and Tati, ARTECHOUSE has become the premier destination, both online and offline, for genre-pushing, technology-driven art.
Reviewed By MSLovell - Dallas, United States
A very cool convergence of art, technology, music... very immersive. The current exhibit is very 'space-agey' for me, and the music was so loud. But that is part of the artistry. I would not recommend for children under 10. And if you choose to bring them, recommend ear protection for them. It was very loud sitting on the floor of the installation and being in the center of it. Covid protocols are fewer than I've seen anywhere in NYC. Temp checks and contact tracing info required at the door, but folks were sitting and lying on the floor almost without regard to the fact they were in a public place where people were stepping after having been outside. Really?
