Location: Financial District
Top Things to do in Financial District
Top 10 Museums in Financial District, New York (NY)
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. SuperReal
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
After selling 20,000 tickets in the first limited run, SuperReal, the cutting edge interactive digital art installation, is back for the holidays to re imagine the Cipriani landmark building. Converted into a spectacle via one of the largest indoor video mapping installations in the world, SuperReal, blurs the lines between the physical and the digital, illusion and reality.
2. China Institute
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
3. Fraunces Tavern Museum
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4.5 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By babaganoosh
We're big Hamilton fans. In the past, walked by here on our own Hamilton walking tours but the museum wasn't open / we didn't have time to go through it. Went there Saturday with family and got on the guided tour. Our son broke away from the tour - he was looking for more about the building. Its a great tour / the museum about all that went on over the years. There's actually only 1 (small) room about the building :) My wife and I loved the tour and museum - loads of history. And spoiler alert - along the years the building has burned / been remodeled /was slated for demolition. So not sure how much of the building is original. HAVE TO MENTION: Laurel, the tour guide is great!! Loads of enthusiasm and interest in the topic! Laurel mentioned things like while Washington didn't walk on the current floorboards in the long room because of fires, etc, when people did repairs / renovations, the boards and other things were taken from old buildings of comparable age. We didn't get to see the whole museum (much bigger than I thought it would be). My wife and I will be going back to see more of it.
4. The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
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4.5 based on 95,292 reviews
Through commemoration, exhibitions and educational programs, The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, a nonprofit in New York City, remembers and honors the 2,983 people killed in the horrific attacks of September 11, 2001, and February 26, 1993, as well as those who risked their lives to save others and all who demonstrated extraordinary compassion in the aftermath of the attacks. 9/11 Memorial, Open Daily, 7-days, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9/11 Memorial Museum, Open Thursday–Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thanksgiving and Christmas: Memorial Only, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Museum Closed
Reviewed By Travelaround86 - Nottingham, United Kingdom
The museum and tour is definatly a must do for anyone visiting NYC, even if it's just out of respect for all of the people that died and were effected during the 9/11 disaster. Ground Zero is free to visit(The outdoor area where the two towers stood) and is so beautifuly and respectfully designed with waterfalls and all of the names of the victims displayed. The memorial museum is actualy underground within the foundations of the twin towers and is both a haunting yet beautiful tribute to everyone and everything lost. There are hundreds of artefacts and many videos and sound clips on display and the devestation caused cannot be understood until you see it with your own eyes. Ticket price is very reasonable and guides very knowledgeable, however we chose to just walk around the memorial ourselves without a tour. This was a very emotional museum and I have no shame in admitting that I shed a tear or two myself. Would definatley reccomend a visit here.
5. Federal Reserve Bank of New York
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4.0 based on 286 reviews
You can tour the trading rooms, the museum and the Fed's vault, which holds 900 tons of gold.
Reviewed By CasaLemon - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Visiting The Federal Reserve for the Gold Vault & Museum Tour was a highlight of our recent trip to NYC, In a city where everything is so expensive it’s a refreshing change to find something free, it’s also informative, amazing to see all of that gold in the vaults and it’s hosted by a great tour guide. Tickets are like Gold Dust, if you pardon the pun, with around 40 tickets released exactly 30 days in advance at 9am NYC which conveniently is 2pm in the afternoon uk time. To get the tickets there is an online form to complete with names and addresses all under the pressure of watching those tickets be snapped up. I used the methods below and managed to get 4 tickets on my second try. Be Ready - a couple of minutes before ticket release get the website loaded and be on the request ticket page, keep refreshing until the tickets appear, tickets are split into 2 tours both in the afternoon. Practice - it’s unlikely you will get tickets first try but seeing the form and practicing filling it in will help. Copy & Paste - I copied and pasted my email address to save time Abbreviation - I used initials for all first & surnames , you have to fill in names for all of your party, you can go back into your booking afterwards and update. Miss Parts - I discovered that you can get by with very little of your address, house number, city & postcode, again this can the be updated later I hope that you manage to get tickets following these tips.
6. Museum of American Finance
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4.0 based on 143 reviews
The Museum of American Finance is the nation's only independent museum dedicated to America's finances and financial history. An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the Museum offers interactive permanent exhibits on the financial markets, money, banking, entrepreneurship and Alexander Hamilton, as well as topical rotating exhibits such as “Worth Its Weight: Gold from the Ground Up” and “For the Love of Money: Blacks on US Currency.” The Museum is located in the historic former headquarters of the Bank of New York in the heart of the Financial District.
7. National Museum of the American Indian
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4.0 based on 778 reviews
The New York branch of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of the American Indian serves as an exhibition and education facility in New York City. Exhibitions and public programs explore the diversity of the Native peoples of the Americas and the strength and continuity of their cultures from the earliest times to the present. Public programs present Native people from North, Central, and South America. Program participants share first-person accounts of their heritage and experiences. The museum is located on the first two floors of the historic Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House in lower Manhattan. The museum is open seven days a week. Admission is free.
Reviewed By Annabele_8314 - New York City, United States
Funny thing was that I had been walk and passing in front of this building so many times and I didn't know that this amazing an old building is a part of the Smithsonian Institution indeed awesome Native American Indian museum. I am so glad that I went there yesterday! The best is FREE:):) . Museum of the American Indian opened to the public in New York City in 1922.In 1899 was Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House. Amazing walls, tiles ceilings! For the children as well as for adult there was fun room to learn and test your knowledge It's very educational museum. I was there on August 6th saw an great artist T.C. Cannon: At the Edge of America I didn't know him .. Always great to learn something new. The locations was great right near " wall street bull girl" so you can do that in one day! There are lots of restaurant and coffee shops as well. Close to the Pier 17 is located in the Seaport District NYC takes about 10 minutes to walk there! and again so many restaurant there. Enjoy the view of Hudson river:):) Everything there Wall street an old buildings .. Mark the Bowling green subway station Take number 4 and 5.
8. Seaport District NYC
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4.0 based on 843 reviews
The Seaport District is located on the East River in Lower Manhattan with unparalleled views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the city’s iconic skyline. The rich history as New York’s original commercial hub and its storied waterfront location make the Seaport District one of New York City’s most unique settings. The Seaport District is being revitalized into a top destination in New York City for unique culinary, fashion, entertainment and cultural experiences. An essential part of New York for over 300 years, the re-envisioned Seaport District will continue to function as a much-needed community anchor for the rapidly growing population of Lower Manhattan.
Reviewed By alisonhS8793YJ - Cotswolds, United Kingdom
Came hear on a cold rainy afternoon, lots of shops and museum, this is an up and coming place, we decided to go on the yellow water taxi, this is a must our guide who was on board was very knowledgeable about the whole of new York and we learnt some very interesting facts, the taxi takes you right up to the statue and the evening lights were on some great photos, the three bridges btw for short, the whole trip was worth it
9. South Street Seaport Museum
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4.0 based on 81 reviews
The South Street Seaport Museum preserves and interprets the origins and growth of New York City as a world port, a place where goods, labor, and cultures are exchanged through work, commerce, and the interaction of diverse communities.
Reviewed By mafalda079 - New York City, United States
I had the opportunity to visit this part of the museum that it's usually closed because of its fragile condition. They opened because of the architecture festival Archtober. The building is beautiful and all the treasures inside are from amazing stories. The guide was very knowledgable, clear and willing to answer questions. Unfortunately I don't remember her name.
10. Black Gotham Experience Work / Space
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Gallery. Museum. Library. Artist studio. At the Black Gotham Experience Work / Space you can view art, literature, and fashion that celebrates the impact of the African Diaspora since 1625. Go behind the scenes of how our graphic novel is created. Join us for Nerdy Thursdays and walking tours. This off-the-beaten-path experience will give you a different perspective on New York City.
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