American Museum of Natural History

Tickets: Donation, we paid $20 for two adults and one child. (Donation is allowed, so there is no need to waste NY passes)

If you want to visit the Hayden Planetarium, you must buy a ticket, which is $33 for adults, $20 for children, and $27 for students.

This ticket includes admission to the National Museum of Natural History and the Hayden Planetarium (including IMAX).

Location: It is across Central Park from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and is very easy to find.

Not only are the specimens exquisitely made, they are also placed in exhibition boxes constructed with both real objects and pictures, creating a real environment.

These display windows are more than just beautiful landscapes. Each one is supported by field research. The expedition team not only collected animal specimens but also collected plants, rocks, and soil from the animals' habitats, documenting them comprehensively through sketches, photography, and even videography. Each display window has a specific location, season, and even time of year. Numerous photographs taken during the surveys can be found in the museum's database. Comparing the photos with the display windows reveals a remarkable level of authenticity.

Dinosaur fossils are also a highlight here. For example, this dinosaur with its head sticking out seems to have come back to life during the museum's magical night, which is a surprise.

The paleontological museum has a rich and dazzling collection, and it also uses various computer restoration techniques to make people more involved.

Perhaps because I'd just visited the Met and walked through Central Park in the height of summer, the Museum of Natural History seemed a bit lackluster. As soon as I entered the main entrance, I was greeted by the resurrected dinosaur fossils from the movie. Without a wide-angle lens, I couldn't capture them all... The Rose Gallery on the basement level is truly worth a visit. It explains the origin of the universe and each galaxy. We watched the 4:00 PM screening of the glasses-free 3D film Dark Universe, which lasted about 30 minutes and covered everything from the Big Bang to current astrophysics. It's perfect for students. This stone statue was brought here intact from Easter Island. During the museum's magical night, its lips moved in a humorous way as it came to life. I went into this gallery alone, and it was almost closing time, so there was no one else there. In the dim light, the more I watched, the more I noticed its mouth moving. I didn't want to linger for long, so I turned and ran...

If you see the large statue in front of the New York Museum of Natural History, you might think of a familiar American movie, "Night at the Museum", in which brave ancient warriors, ferocious prehistoric creatures, and disappeared ethnic groups come alive in the silence of the night. All of these can be found here. The dinosaur fossils and elephants that appear in the movie are completely adopted from real scenes.

If you are a natural history enthusiast, then the National Museum of Natural History in New York is definitely a destination you cannot miss. As a fan of American TV series and movies, this museum has long been a must-see for me before I came to New York.

The museum is located right next to New York's Central Park. When we arrived at the museum gate, it was not yet 10 o'clock and there were only a lot of tourists at the entrance.

Entering the main entrance, you'll find the famous Roosevelt Hall, where the massive dinosaur skeletons will immediately catch your eye. The museum is enormous, so be sure to pick up a Chinese-language guide map at the ticket office. Plan at least three hours to fully appreciate the wonders of nature.

Compared to strolling through the city streets, Beidou believes that visiting a museum is even more physically demanding, so it's crucial to plan your visit time and exhibition areas accordingly. Entering the second floor of the museum from the ticket hall, the first thing you see is the African mammals exhibit. In the center, a specimen of an African elephant is located, surrounded by displays of various other animals.

I have to say that the specimens here are extremely exquisitely made, perfectly showing the shape of each animal. In addition, the background layout also perfectly presents the living environment of each animal.

In the exhibition hall of African mammals, we can now see lifelike animals from all over the world. When you stand in front of each display window and quietly observe the expressions of each animal, you will feel as if you are there.

Leaving the African animal exhibit, you can come to the North American mammal exhibit on the first floor, which also displays many mammals that grow in environments such as plateaus and snow-capped mountains. The Alaskan grizzly bear can be said to be a key exhibit in the museum.

Although I have long forgotten the names of these animals, their lifestyles, which may be lively and playful, majestic and powerful, cautious or free, have left a deep impression on me.

Leaving the mammal exhibit, it was time for the Hayden Planetarium's Dark Universe, followed by the giant screen 3D movie. If your ticket includes these special exhibitions, the ticket seller at the entrance will explain the show times in detail and help you schedule your visit to each special exhibition. Simply arrive a little early for the designated time. Photography is not allowed inside the movie theater or the planetarium.

For special exhibitions, you can choose to visit the Butterfly House, which is open seasonally and located in a greenhouse. You can watch colorful butterflies flying up close.

The primitive Lucy, the ocean exhibition hall in the first floor lobby, and the giant blue whale hanging from the dome are also worth seeing.

Perhaps because Christmas is approaching, a small room has been set aside in the museum to decorate the Christmas tree.

I heard you can also donate and buy tickets at any price right next to the ticket office. That's right, you can get in for just 1 yuan! Since I was interested in several special exhibitions inside, I bought full-price tickets online in advance and just showed them the email at the ticket office.

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the largest natural history museums in the world and was founded in 1869. If the Metropolitan Museum of Art reviews the development of human civilization, the American Museum of Natural History mainly reviews the history of other animals in nature, satisfying human curiosity to explore the unknown world and outer space. The American Museum of Natural History is also one of the filming locations of the movie "Night at the Museum 2". The museum has a rich collection of exhibits with the theme of "Earth". The collections fully reflect the appearance and evolution of humans and the natural environment. This museum is also very popular, especially in the summer, so you need to make an appointment in advance, otherwise you will be in line to collapse. All kinds of animals and plants, everything that exists or has existed on the earth, can be found here. Walking into the museum is like stepping into a maze of knowledge. The various specimens are dazzling.

As I watched, I felt that the foreigners’ way of thinking was very interesting. I was thinking of bringing my children here to broaden their horizons in the future. Haha.

The first choice for taking care of children, the first choice for taking care of children, the first choice for taking care of children, important things are said three times

It was the first time I knew what the things on the periodic table of chemical elements really looked like. It was an eye-opener.

Compared to Times Square, the American Museum of Natural History is so much more fun. Since we were pressed for time, we only had a quick tour. It's truly huge, with so many halls, it wouldn't take a whole day to fully explore. But it's definitely worth it. Different halls have different exhibits. For example, in the animal hall, you can touch a skull, and the guide will tell you what you're touching. There's also an elephant in the lobby—yes, the elephant from Night at the Museum—and it's incredibly large. We also went to the National Air and Space Museum, and the huge airplanes and rockets were quite impressive.

This natural history museum is where Ross from Friends works.

As soon as I entered the first floor, I saw a giant dinosaur model, which was quite shocking.

The animal sculptures in the exhibition hall are so lifelike

To fully appreciate this museum, I spent three nights cramming "Night at the Museum" before leaving. I was quite dedicated. This museum is donation-only, with a recommended admission price of $22. Besides the Met, this museum was probably the most crowded I've ever been.

After entering and queuing through security, the first thing I saw was a massive dinosaur skeleton with a long, slender neck, towering over the entire hall. Then I lined up to buy my tickets and began my tour. We didn't rent a guide for the Natural History Museum—er... maybe I forgot. Because it was early, there weren't many people around. Plus, the lighting in the exhibition hall was incredibly dim, perhaps to create a more ambiance, giving it a rather eerie feel. Hoping to find the mischievous monkey and talking rock from the movie "Night at the Museum," I quickly headed upstairs to the Pacific Wing. The first thing I saw upon entering, perhaps a monkey's face, gave me a startling start. Walking further in, there was no one around. From a distance, I spotted the giant rock from the Pacific Island at the far end of the exhibition hall, and my heart suddenly surged with excitement. The ancient, strange music of the Pacific Islands filled my ears, and I was surrounded by strange and bizarre objects. Although I'd seen similar exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art before, they were even more densely packed here, truly terrifying.

Compared to the Shanghai Natural History Museum, the New York one is clearly several notches higher. Let me highlight a few places that particularly impressed me. First, the Fossil Hall. It's truly stunning. There are dinosaurs from several eras, rhinos, and other ancient creatures with shells and long tails. An entire floor is filled with fossils, models, and interactive activities—far richer than the Shanghai Natural History Museum. One exhibition hall is entirely dedicated to a dinosaur skeleton model, its head still sticking out, its body moving and making roaring noises. The light and sound effects are fantastic, and it's a place where many children flock to watch. Second, the Meteorite Hall. There are a ton of them, but I can't quite make out what they are; they're probably just various rocks. The one that really stood out was the massive meteorite at the entrance. It must have made a massive crater when it hit the ground. Third, the lifelike models. Many of the animals are made into lifelike models, displayed in display cases against realistic backgrounds. It's like being there. It's a feeling you can't describe; you'll have to experience it yourself in person. Fourth, the attention to detail is exceptional.

"Night at the Museum" is a film series I love, so I bought a ticket specifically for the museum. Honestly, I was disappointed. I didn't find it particularly interesting. While the models were lifelike and realistic, the presentation was old-fashioned and uninspired, a stark imitation of the American Museum of Natural History. The various plants and animals were displayed solely as models and pictures. Even though the museum is large, it wouldn't take an adult long to thoroughly explore it. This is better suited for bringing children to learn about science and animals and broaden their horizons.

I haven't been there yet, but I saw a one-hour tour in Chinese on China-TravelNote. Tickets were over 500 RMB per person, but I checked the official website and found out they actually offer a free one-hour tour, including the Met! The exact tour times are listed on the website! Don't waste your money!

First of all, it seems that you must buy tickets in advance now. I saw in the guide that you can donate a little money to get in, but I didn’t find it. All the tourists were queuing up to buy tickets. The space inside is not very big, and you can skip things that you are not interested in and don’t spend a lot of time. There are many exhibits. No matter what you are interested in in this world, as long as you are interested, you can find it here. The models and specimens are very detailed, and the entire ecological environment is simulated instead of just putting a few specimens and a few lines of text (of course there are those). I am only interested in animals, so I mainly looked at animals. Most of the dinosaur fossils should be replicas. It is very friendly to children and there are many things to experience. The children here are so lucky to be able to get a good enlightenment in their interests from an early age.

The best thing about this museum is the re-enactment of the scene, the specimens come alive.

The Natural History Museum is quite large, but I think it is more suitable for parents to visit with their children. If you visit, you must not miss the mammoths and dinosaurs.

This museum is free to visit. The most popular spot for photos in the Natural History Museum is the stuffed elephant in the first-floor lobby. I saw a picture of it online and decided to visit. We spent about three hours exploring the museum, but the exhibits were quite rich and fascinating. This type of museum doesn't require much English, and even my parents enjoyed the experience. The souvenir shop has a plethora of panda merchandise, which really captured the American public's passion for cats.

Tickets: There are two types of tickets: online and on-site.

(1) Excluding special exhibition halls, official recommended prices are: adults US$23, children aged 2-12 US$13, seniors/students (with ID) US$18;

(2) Including one special exhibition hall. Official suggested price: Adults $28, Children 2-12 years old $16.50, Seniors/Students (with ID) $22.50;

(3) Including all special exhibition halls, the official suggested price is: adults $33, children aged 2-12 $20, seniors/students (with ID) $27;

You can go to the information desk to get a Chinese version of the floor plan manual, mark the exhibition hall you want to visit first, and then tour it. Special reminder: the exhibition hall here is large, so you should also get an English version of the floor plan manual to match it with the English signs in the hall. Otherwise, you may feel dizzy.

There's an entrance directly to the museum's lower level from the 81st B or C subway stations. Admission is by donation, so you can purchase your own tickets at the ticket counter. (While waiting in line, we saw some Chinese students buying $1 tickets, so we bought two for $5. The black guy even asked if we were students, as he'd give us student tickets instead of adult tickets.) New York City students get in free.

Special exhibition halls include the Giant-Screen Film (LeFrak Theater on the first floor) and the Hayden Planetarium Space Show. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the museum, and the signal is excellent. If you forget your floor plan guide, download the app and follow the Highlights Tour's recommended routes.

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It's perfect to go to the museum in this weather. It's hot outside, so I went in to enjoy the air conditioning. Then I saw the Star of the Sea and saw a lot of things. It's quite suitable for family outings. The museum is free. If you look around carefully, it will take 3 hours in the afternoon.

If the Met encompasses human civilization, then the American Museum of Natural History houses a collection of divine creations. If the Met is an encyclopedia of civilization, then the American Museum of Natural History is a natural treasure trove. Humans, considered a species of creature, are included in the museum's display cases. However, unlike the Met's detailed depiction of human history, the museum offers a glimpse into human habits and customs from a spectator's perspective. The animal specimens and environmental props are so meticulously crafted that they are difficult to discern with the naked eye.

The recommended time is three hours, especially for children. Tickets are by donation, and the staff will give you a suggested price, but you can tell them how much you want to pay, more or less. From the subway, you can go directly to the museum's basement level, where there's also a ticket office and it's not too crowded. After noon, the main entrance gets crowded. The museum is quite large, so a map is essential; some information desks have Chinese maps, while others don't.

🔅As for dining, there's a cafe on the first and fourth floors, and a buffet in the basement. While pizza, dessert, and drinks are priced, salads, pasta, and meat are all charged by weight. All are priced the same, so just weigh them when you check out. At the checkout counter, you can ask for soda, and they'll give you a cup to pour your own drink.

🔅There are many children in the museum, either organized by the school or accompanied by their parents, please pay attention to safety below eye level.

The collection includes natural plant and animal specimens, as well as historical and cultural displays. Each display showcases a different corner of the world. Anyone who's seen Jurassic Park will be familiar with this display style. The specimens are beautifully done, with few crooked mouths or eyes. The historical and cultural displays cover Asia, Africa, North America, Oceania, and South America, offering a comprehensive overview.

🔅The main entrance leads to the Roosevelt Rotunda, the one from the Museum's Wonderful Nights show. The two large dinosaurs are truly eye-catching. And this is the second floor of the museum (the second floor is right across from the main entrance), so don't get it wrong.

🔅Dinosaurs, meteorites, deep sea, space... Wow, there are so many things to see.

If the Metropolitan Museum of Art is a record of history and culture, and the Museum of Modern Art is a tribute to artistic creation, then the National Museum of Natural History is an exploration of the vast universe and the world's natural history. Especially for me, who has seen "Night at the Museum", it was really interesting to revisit some of the scenes and iconic "characters" from the movie.

The variety of gems was overwhelming. Unfortunately, time was limited and I had to leave in a hurry. I rushed to the first floor to see the lifelike taxidermy specimens of various animals.

The museum is located next to Central Park. The museum, abbreviated as AMNH, is a private, non-profit institution. Its exhibits are extremely rich, covering five areas: astronomy, mineralogy, anthropology, paleontology, and modern biology. There are numerous fossils, replicas of dinosaurs, birds, and Native Americans and Eskimos. The collection of gemstones, mollusks, and marine specimens is particularly valuable. I was surprised to find that dinosaurs were my biggest interest in the museum. I saw many giant dinosaurs. The American Museum of Natural History has a free official app. Running it while visiting the museum not only displays brief introductions to the exhibits but also allows you to locate your route and find the next exhibit you want to visit, making it very helpful for planning your itinerary and itinerary.

He Changed America - Remembering Theodore Roosevelt

Anyone who's seen "Night at the Museum" will undoubtedly yearn for the American Museum of Natural History, where it was filmed. There, you'll find all the wonders of the world on display: ferocious prehistoric creatures, savage ancient warriors, primitive tribes lost to the sands of time, animals from the African savannah, and legendary heroes who changed history. The scenery is incredibly 3D, and the statues and specimens come alive. Looking through the small display windows feels like stepping into another world. But the most captivating attraction for children is the dinosaur museum on the fourth floor. Besides the various exhibitions, another recommended attraction is the museum's IMAX movies, available in both 2D and 3D. A different film changes each time, and they're all educational and educational. If you want to see one, just ask the ticket seller when you buy your ticket and pick it up at the ticket office. There are more 3D screenings, so my little one recommended the 2D version. We got our 3D tickets, but once we entered, we realized An'an refused to wear his 3D glasses. He'd take them off as soon as we put them on, so we had to leave after just five minutes. The program we watched this time was "Amazon Quest," which tells the story of Henry Bates, a mid-19th-century explorer who spent 11 years in the Amazon rainforest. Through visually stunning images, the program showcased Bates's discovery of mimicry—the biological phenomenon whereby one organism imitates another or its environment to gain an advantage. Although we only watched the opening five minutes, from the moment it started, we felt transported to the rainforest, with all sorts of tropical animals darting and leaping around us.

The prototype of the Night at the Museum, it is said that it takes a whole day to visit this, and the ticket is $22

This is the largest museum in New York City after the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It takes a whole day to visit. Don't miss it!!!

Night in the Museum

A magnificent building that blends Roman and Renaissance styles. The museum houses a vast collection of fossils, dinosaurs, birds, and replicas of Indians and Eskimos. Notable exhibits include a 12-meter-long and 5-meter-high dinosaur skeleton, a 94-foot-tall blue whale model, the 563-carat "Star of India" sapphire, and the world's largest meteorite, weighing 31 tons. This location was the filming location for "Night at the Museum," so anyone who's seen the film will be familiar with it. It's also a must-see for those with children; it's both educational and entertaining.

The first episode of "Night at the Museum" was filmed at the American Museum of Natural History, one of the world's largest natural history museums and a member of the Smithsonian Institution. Both the American Museum of Natural History and the Metropolitan Museum of Art are located in Upper Manhattan, facing each other across Central Park and surrounded by other museums. Seeing so many top-tier museums and attractions all gathered together is truly enviable. Big cities are like that: a vast concentration of the best resources, making it difficult for us newcomers to choose between the two. We had to visit both museums. Last week we visited the Met, and this week we're heading to the American Museum of Natural History! Today we're just taking a quick look around; after all, it's impossible to explore all the dozens of exhibits across four floors. We'll start with one of the world's largest planetariums, the Hayden Planetarium. This is part of the American Museum of Natural History, and we're excited to start. We walked through the entire planetarium and even watched a video about the Big Bang in its amphitheater. The video traces the universe's birth, expansion, and cooling, from simple nebulae to galaxies, stars, and planets, ultimately addressing the question of the nature of dark energy. After the show, the little girl was thrilled, seemingly understanding something, and asked me to explain astronomy along the way. Dad racked his brains, but he finally managed to answer! The museum's most impressive feature is the diverse collection of animal specimens, an entire wall of them arranged in various shapes and categories. Another major attraction is the dinosaur fossils, which are displayed in several halls, with a wide variety and quantity.

The exhibits focus on five areas: astronomy, minerals, anthropology, ancient biology, and modern biology. There are numerous fossils, replicas of dinosaurs, birds, and Native Americans and Eskimos. The collection of gemstones, mollusks, and marine specimens is particularly valuable. Compared to the artistic appeal of the Met, I prefer the fun of the Natural History Museum.

This is the filming location for "Night at the Museum." It's recommended to watch the movie before visiting. It takes about three hours to complete, making it a great place for families. However, finding all the characters from the movie can be challenging, so you'll have to be spontaneous when you see them.

I especially recommend the museum's dome movie screenings, the one about outer space is superb

You can take your children there, there are dinosaurs and elephants, suitable for all ages

The plot of the Night at the Museum is so exciting that I have to come and see the big dinosaurs and it instantly brings back memories.

This trip to New York is mainly to take the children here

#Natural History Museum# I saw a description saying it's the largest natural history museum in the world, but a travelogue also mentioned there's an even bigger one in Washington, D.C. But that doesn't affect my love for it. The exterior just feels magical, doesn't it?

The venue I'm most looking forward to is the Dinosaur Hall on the fourth floor. Hahaha. It feels like Wonderful Night and Jurassic World are happening every minute. It's so cool!

Are geography, biology, physics, and chemistry classes all boring?

But I, a poor student, came here and was very interested in everything. Americans generously display all their resources, allowing tourists to directly touch all these resources. This is a real version of the magical universe and nature.

Here, you can directly observe the real lithosphere, the Grand Canyon, touch the largest meteorite, chemical substances of different colors, all kinds of strange minerals, specimens of human evolution, footprints of thousands of years of creatures... I even touched the footprints of baby dinosaurs, hahahaha.

The simple meals in the cafe inside the museum are also super delicious. The food is not as expensive and rip-off as in the scenic area. I also had my first cup of delicious hot cocoa since arriving in the United States. Cheers.

We went at 3:30 PM on Sunday, August 13th and 17th. The free parking at the entrance took some searching. The line wasn't long, and tickets are still by donation; the staff are relaxed about how much you can afford. The museum closes at 5:30 PM, so entering at this time can feel quite tight. If you're still visiting Washington, D.C., you might want to skip this attraction, as the Museum of Natural History is larger and free. If you're buying a selective attraction pass, I don't think this attraction is worth it.

You can enter for free without paying. After visiting this museum, you won’t be able to visit other similar museums.

We spent half a day here. There were a lot of people, but the exhibition was very nice.

The filming location of the museum's wonderful night, various animal specimens, paleontological specimens, human cultural relics, minerals... There are too many things to see, recommended

Did you go there just because you saw Night at the Museum? I think many people went there after watching the movie. It's also a good place to visit. It's not as big as the Met, but there are still a lot of things to see. I recommend spending half a day there.

This is a highly recommended place, right up there with the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Besides the exhibits, the film on the origin and development of the universe on the right side of the building is a must-see! It's a planetarium-style reclining chair with a 3D effect. With the participation of several renowned institutions, it's a truly captivating experience even without understanding a word of English. If you understand English and have some basic knowledge of astronomy and quantum physics, it's a true feast for the eyes.

The filming location of "Night at the Museum" has a rich collection of exhibits.

I visited the Natural History Museum for the second time. It's been a while since I've been to the same museum twice. I can spend a whole day exploring it. There are various exhibitions in the museum from time to time. This time I encountered five exhibitions, which was quite informative.

Recommended, look for the Museum's Wonderful Night Bar, bring your children~~

I went to the American Museum of Natural History because I was drawn to the scenes from "Night at the Museum" and wanted to see what it was like in real life. The museum's theme is "natural history," encompassing natural sciences like astronomy, earth sciences, paleontology, anthropology, and biology. There are many animal specimens, planets, and scientific instruments, along with interactive exhibits, making it a perfect place to visit with children.



As for the movie scenes… apart from the dinosaur bones at the main entrance and in the lobby, I didn’t go upstairs to look for the Moai statues on Easter Island because I was too lazy. Good kids, don’t learn from me… Although my stay in the museum was short, I still exchanged my New York City Pass for a 3D IMAX movie ticket and watched a feature film (about 60 minutes) about the US National Parks. I may not have the chance to visit these places in my lifetime, so it’s great to be able to “visit” them in this way.

The AMNH was my last stop in New York. From astronomy to earth sciences, from anthropology to paleontology and biology, the vast and diverse exhibitions were dazzling. I spent a considerable amount of time in the China section of the Asian Pavilion, perusing the exhibition on Chang Chien's diplomatic mission to the Western Regions. Forgive me for not fully understanding that Chang Chien was Zhang Qian; the Cantonese pronunciation of Chinese names was sometimes frustrating. There was also the story of the Eastern Jin Dynasty monk Faxian's journey to India and Ceylon in search of Buddhist scriptures. He saw the majestic Bamiyan Buddhas and witnessed the peak of Buddhist art in Central Asia at the time. After a perilous journey back from Java, he wrote "Records of Buddhist Kingdoms," which has become a crucial source for studying the customs and history of Buddhism in Central and South Asia. The exhibition also focused on the Chinese imperial examination system and filial piety, which amazed the white tourists around me.



Due to time constraints, we only had a quick peek at the planetarium. The AMNH is truly a wonderful place to learn about natural history, suitable for all ages. Across from the museum is Central Park, and I was surprised to see a retro tricycle at the entrance.

The museum app can provide route planning for relevant exhibition halls~

Although this is my second time visiting the Natural History Museum, I still feel very excited and shocked. When I was a child, I loved dinosaurs and other ancient creatures. When these things that only existed in books and documentaries before are really presented in front of you, it really feels as exciting and intimate as meeting old friends.

After coming out of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, crossing Central Park, it takes about 20 minutes to walk to the Natural History Museum. There were so many people when we went in that we had to queue up. It took us a long time to queue up. There were two super large dinosaur skeletons in the hall, which looked so majestic!

After watching Night at the Museum, I'm really interested in the Natural History Museum. If time permits, I could spend most of the day there! Lots of parents bring their kids! The 3D video about space is so realistic! I didn't understand it, but it was beautiful to watch! Haha~

Developed countries have done a very good job in popularizing scientific knowledge. National museums are open to the public free of charge, so children can receive excellent scientific knowledge from an early age without having to run around in various cram schools.

The museum opens at 10 o'clock.

Night at the Museum. Have you seen it? Yeah, this is it. It's really huge. Before coming here, I thought there were natural history museums in China. I've seen them! What's so special about them? But this one is definitely worth visiting! From the exhibits to the layout and the scale, it's absolutely amazing.

It's just not cheap. 2 adults and 1 child cost 359 yuan.

Tickets can be purchased from the machine in the lobby. Domestic credit cards are accepted.

We waited in line for a long time to enter the museum because the ticket included a 3D movie and there were two or three options. Some tourists probably didn't understand, so the ticket purchase and exchange process was super slow. It took nearly 20 minutes to officially enter the museum.

This museum is very big, and two hours is really not enough when you add in the photos and stuff. We gave up on the 3D show and just walked through some places, so there are still a few corners we didn’t get to visit.

It's so shocking. I can only say that the things here may also be found in other places, but none of them are as big or complete as here.

This is one of the filming locations for Night at the Museum. After entering, I found that it was nothing like the movie, which was a bit disappointing. The ticket was also quite expensive.

I took the subway to 81st Street, and the entire station was filled with animal-themed displays. The museum doesn't open until 10:00 AM, so I arrived half an hour early, but the stairs were already packed. After entering and passing security, those with city passes can redeem their tickets directly on the right. I bought my ticket at the machine on the left. I borrowed a friend's student ID, so I bought a student ticket ($17) and an adult ticket ($22). The staff immediately let me in with my ticket. The museum has five floors, each with several exhibition halls, enough to spend more than half a day exploring! Some halls even have guides who hold horns and furs of the animals in the hall and provide personal explanations, which helped me quickly understand the evolution and habits of the species. The only thing I found in the museum that resembled the movie was the stone statue saying "dumb, dumb, gum." There are also some interesting instruments throughout the museum, so you can take fun videos and send them to your email! There's also a planetary exhibit on the lowest floor. Walking out of the exhibition hall, you will see Central Park across the street.

Maybe it was influenced by the movie "Amazing Night at the Museum", the American Museum of Natural History was really crowded. My wife had to wait in line to exchange tickets for a long time, but fortunately the place is very big.

Because we went there quite late and had jet lag, we just had a quick tour. I thought America doesn't have a long history, so they just showed natural history. I laughed secretly, but the museums built by Americans are still very impressive!

The filming location of the first part of Night at the Museum and the dinosaur exhibits are probably the best in the world; the specimen production is on par with that of Russia, but the degree of realism of the specimens' living environment is very high.

It is recommended that you do your homework before entering the museum and have a certain understanding of the exhibits, at least divided into several exhibition areas; and download software so that you can browse them in advance.

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Since I had been here before and wasn't particularly interested in this particular attraction, I separated from my companions and went on my own to explore other places. If you're into natural history or "Night at the Museum," I recommend this as it's a classic attraction.



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I'm not really interested in natural history or science, and I'm not a fan of "Night at the Museum." But because this museum is so famous, I had to visit. The ticket line took a while, considering how popular it is. The dinosaur skeleton in the lobby was a real eye-catcher, and a crowd gathered around it, taking photos. Basically, I only found the taxidermy specimens interesting, and the rest was a quick glance. Also, the Moai statue, so popular in the movie, was surrounded by so many people it rivaled the Wall Street Bull, making it impossible to take a good photo.

I had just watched "Night at the Museum 3" with my son before leaving for the US, so I was eager to find scenes from the movie at the Natural History Museum, especially the monkey (unfortunately, I didn't find one). Dinosaurs, marine life, mammals, insects, African and American animals, and human evolution—everything was there. What impressed me most were the taxidermy specimens displayed in the windows. Combined with the props and backgrounds, they looked as vivid as 3D paintings, vibrant as oil paintings.

Having lunch at the American Museum of Natural History completely overturned my usual impression of a quiet and tidy museum; it was bustling, like a market. After a quick snack, we began our museum tour. The American Museum of Natural History was the filming location for the movie "Night at the Museum," and much of the content I'd already seen in the movie felt familiar.

The American Museum of Natural History, the filming location for Night at the Museum, is highly recommended. I highly recommend Chinese museum leaders visit it during their overseas research trips; it's both engaging and insightful.

It's smaller than the Metropolitan Museum of Art in terms of facade, but still huge inside.

Standing at the entrance is Theodore Roosevelt, also known as Roosevelt Sr. The Roosevelt of World War II was his distant nephew. This statue is erected to commemorate his contribution to protecting nature.

When I entered the hall, I saw this huge skeleton of a dragon. It was the first time I saw a complete real dinosaur fossil. I was a little excited.

The first exhibition hall we entered was the Aikeli African Mammal Exhibition Hall, where we saw a herd of lifelike specimens of African elephants. It should be said that all the animal specimens on display are lifelike, and the living environment depicted is also immersive!

It was like watching an immersive animal world! The lifelike postures coupled with the highly three-dimensional background really made me admire the Americans.

It was amazing! I could only see a few things in 5 hours. It's a pity that I don't understand English, otherwise three days would not be enough.

I walked around the entire museum but didn't take many photos. It was full of various animal specimens, statues, biospheres, etc. It is a place suitable for taking children to play, and it can give them a good science education. For me, I may have gone there with high expectations but returned disappointed. I spent $17 to see the big dinosaur at the door, which made me excited.

The museum is really huge. There are several floors and many exhibition halls. It definitely takes a day.

Remember Night at the Museum? It was filmed here.

After strolling through the Metropolitan Museum of Art, we crossed Central Park and arrived at the Museum of Natural History.

There are also many things here, and there are various performances, including IMAX...

If I had enough time, I would spend at least a day here.

At the entrance of the museum, you can borrow headphones for the tour. You need to pay a dona, which is about $7.

It's a very good museum, but it's almost identical to the one in Washington. If you've been to the one in Washington, just look at the exterior.

The American Museum of Natural History covers the history and culture of the five continents of the world. Even a quick tour would take most of the day, especially if you're jet-lagged. Reading so much textbook content all at once can be a bit dizzying. The museum has four floors to visit. We started at the top and worked our way down. The fourth floor is the most popular with children, featuring ancient animals like dinosaurs, and it's a great place to experience a "Night at the Museum" experience.

The museum is divided into several floors, with well-made animal fossils and specimens. The vivid mammoth reminded me of the cute animals of the Ice Age. There are also replicas of Indians, Africans, Asians and other ethnic groups.

The guidebook originally said that the entrance to the museum was right at the subway station, but when we got there, we were told we needed a ticket to get in, and we had to go up anyway without a ticket... That's ridiculous. The Natural History Museum is incredibly huge. Don't be fooled by the exterior; the interior is truly enormous... We really had to devote the entire day to it, but unfortunately, we only had a little over two hours.

The Code of Hammurabi, of course it's fake~ But when I saw this, my first impression was Jay Chou...

Take the subway to 79th Street. The American Natural History Museum has not only animals from every continent, but also artifacts from various ethnic groups, which I'm more interested in. The museum is huge, and even though I skipped a few rooms, it still took me two hours to explore.

The Natural History Museum is divided into natural and scientific categories according to the types of exhibits, and then divided into African and Asian galleries according to the regions where the exhibits come from. Even if you just take a quick look around, you can't help but sigh at the greatness of nature.