Plan Your Visit to MoMA NYC | Timings, Directions, & More

How to get there

By public transport

By Subway: Take the E or M train to 5th Avenue / 53rd Street. From here, MoMA is a 3-minute walk. Alternatively, take the B, D, F, or M train to 47-50 Street / Rockefeller Center. Walk northeast on 5th Avenue, then take a right on West 53rd Street. The closest station is at The 5 Av/53 St station.
By Bus: From the east side of Manhattan, take the M1, M2, M3, M4, or M5 bus to 53rd Street. From here, MoMA is quick 1-minute walk. From the west side, take the M50 crosstown bus to 50th Street. Then walk three blocks to 53rd Street. The closest stop is at 6 Av/W 53 St.

By car

To reach the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) from nearby locations, you can drive or rent a car. Another option is to use ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft, or take a taxi to reach the museum.

Parking: If you decide to drive to the Museum of Modern Art in NYC, you can park your car in one of the following parking facilities:

ICON Parking: Located on 1330 Sixth Avenue, it will cost you $22 for about 2 hours.
The 1345 Garage: Located at 101-41 W. 54 St. They charge $20 for parking up to 2 hours.

MoMA PS1 opening hours

Your NYC MoMA tickets also allow you to visit the MoMA PS1, which is one of the largest art institutions in the USA dedicated to contemporary art.

Sun to Mon: 12 PM – 6 PM

Thu to Sat: 12 PM – 8 PM

Closed on: Apart from Tuesdays and Wednesdays every week, MoMA PS1 is closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.

Where is MoMA PS1 located?

Address: 22-25 Jackson Ave, Queens, NY 11101, United States | Find on Maps

MoMA PS1 is located at 22-25 Jackson Avenue, Queens, about 3.1 miles away from MoMA. It will take you about 17 minutes to travel between the museums.

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Getting to MoMA PS1 in Queens

By Subway: You can take the 7 Local train to 33 St., Queens. You can also take the E or M trains to Court Square-23rd Street.

By Bus: Take the Q32 from Madison Avenue in Manhattan at stops between 32 and 59 St to Queens Blvd/33 St. Or take the Q60 from 60 St between First and Second Avenues to Queens Blvd./33 St.

Parking Facilities at MoMA PS1

If you choose to drive down to the MoMA PS1, you can park your car at the LaGuardia Commuter Parking. It is located at 31-11 Thomson Avenue, at 31 Street and is open 24 hours. It will cost about $5 to park for 1 hour.

Metered street parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Know before you go

There are baby changing stations located on every floor.
All-gender restrooms are located on Floors 1, 3W, 5, and T1.
Baby strollers are welcome. Please note, they are not permitted on escalators.
Entrances with power-assist doors are located on 53rd and 54th streets between Fifth and Sixth avenues.
Elevators are located throughout the Museum.

You can borrow wheelchairs for the duration of your visit, for free, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Service dogs are welcome
They have audio guides as well as visitor guide in Braille and large print for blind and partially sighted visitors.
ASL interpretation and live captioning is available for programs upon a two weeks advance notice.
Theaters, lobby desks, ticketing desks, audioguide desks, classrooms, and the Paula and James Crown Creativity Lab are equipped with induction loops.

Get hold of the audio guide (English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Español, Português, Korean, JapaneseMandarin) for kids aged 5 and up. Bring your own device and headphones.
Pick up a free Hey Kids! Activity Guide on Floor 1. This is for the movement, writing, and drawing activities to do in front of artworks at the Museum.
Only carry pencils to draw in the galleries; colored pencils, crayons, and markers are not allowed.
Look for kids' labels on floors 2, 4, and 5. It will help kids get a deeper understanding of the artists’ processes, search for materials, and consider big ideas about art.

MoMA welcomes groups by appointment.
For groups with up to 15 members, MoMA offers discounted rates.
Adults: $20
Seniors (65 and over): $16
College students: $12
Children: $9
Students of colleges and universities: Free
You will get a dedicated entry time for your group.
You can also skip the line with expedited check-in.

Photography is permitted in designated areas only; check signage for details.
Food and drinks are not allowed in the galleries.
Large bags, backpacks, and umbrellas must be checked at the coat-check.
Strollers are allowed but must be small enough to navigate the galleries comfortably.
Firearms or dual-use items are not permitted inside the museum.
Every visitor is subject to security screening before entering the museum.
Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the premises.
Drones, unmanned aircraft systems, and other remote-flying devices are not allowed.

Dining at MoMA

The Modern Bar Room
Carroll and Milton Petrie Terrace Café
Garden Café (on the Sculpture Garden terrace)
Garden Bar (in the Sculpture Garden)

Dining at MoMA PS1

Mina’s: The all-day café from chef Mina Stone, offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Mina’s restaurant is open for window service Thursday through Sunday.

More about restaurants at MoMA

The MoMA Design Store offers a wide range of modern and contemporary home décor, art, and accessories.
The store features new arrivals, best sellers, and exclusive kitchen designs.
The museum also offers special discounts and free gift wrapping for members.

Shop at MoMA

The main entrance of MoMA is located on 53rd Street, close to Sixth Avenue and just east of the flagship Museum Store.
There is a separate entrance for groups and visitors with disabilities at 4 West 54th Street.
The entrance is easily accessible via public transport.

Guggenheim Museum: The Guggenheim Museum, often referred to as The Guggenheim, is an art museum located at 1071 Fifth Avenue between 88th and 89th Streets on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.

Metropolitan Museum of Art: One of the world’s largest and finest art museums, The Met is located nearby on 5th Avenue.

Central Park: Central Park is an urban park located between the Upper West Side and Upper East Side neighborhoods of Manhattan.

Empire State Building: This iconic Art Deco skyscraper offers panoramic views of Manhattan including Central Park, Times Square and even The Statue of Liberty!
Rockefeller Center: A 4-minute walk away from MoMA, the Rockefeller Center is sure to keep your day occupied with its observation decks, world-famous ice skating rink, and array of shops and restaurants.

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What to see at the Museum of Modern Art?

Drawing & Prints

MoMA's collection of drawings and prints features a diverse array of over 11,000 items, showcasing works created on paper using techniques such as pencil, ink, charcoal, watercolors, gouaches, collages, and mixed media. Additionally, the museum houses a remarkable collection of over 60,000 contemporary prints and illustrated books.

Explore the Drawings & Prints section

Painting & Sculpture

Explore MoMA's extensive collection of modern paintings and sculptures, which is recognized as the largest in the world. With nearly 3,600 works ranging from the late nineteenth century to contemporary pieces, visitors can admire masterpieces such as Paul Cézanne’s ‘The Bather’ and Vincent van Gogh’s ‘The Starry Night’.

More about MoMA Paintings

Film

Since its inception in 1935, MoMA's Film Library has curated a collection of over 30,000 films and 1.5 million film stills, representing various periods and genres. The collection is housed in the Museum’s Celeste Bartos Film Preservation Center, which opened in June 1996.

Film Department at MoMA

Media & Performance

MoMA's Department of Media and Performance has been a pioneer in collecting, exhibiting, and preserving time-based art forms since the 1960s. This includes moving images, film installations, video art, performance art, and motion- and sound-based works.

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Architecture & Design

As the first department of its kind in the world, MoMA's Architecture & Design department emphasizes the interconnected nature of architecture and design. The department's collection of 28,000 works ranges from large-scale design objects to works on paper and architectural models.

Explore MoMA's Architecture Department

Photography

MoMA's photography collection, which began in 1930, now includes more than 25,000 works of modern and contemporary photography. The collection features photographs not only by renowned artists but also by journalists, scientists, entrepreneurs, and amateurs, reflecting a diverse range of perspectives.

Photography Department at MoMA

Visitor tips

Do not touch the artworks in the museum.
Use the main entrance of the MoMA Building on 53rd Street, to enter. All other entrances are for staff only.
Arrive within the 30-minute window of your timed ticket.
The checkroom is closed. Scooters, skateboards, rolling bags, and all items over 28 × 43 × 13 cm are not permitted in the Museum.
Backpacks have to be carried on the front of your chest or onto the side.
You can only use pencils to sketch or write in the galleries. Please use sketchbooks no larger than 8 ½ by 11 inches.
Photography is permitted for personal use only. Video is not permitted. Flash, tripods, and camera extension poles are not allowed.

Frequently asked questions about visiting MoMA NYC

How long should I spend at MoMA?

Keep aside 3-4 hours to spend at MoMA to visit all the galleries. It'll take up an entire day to visit both MoMA and MoMA PS1.

Is there a café or restaurant inside?

Yes, there are four restaurants/cafes that you can visit for a meal at the Museum of Modern Art. MoMA PS1 has one cafe, Mina’s, where you can find Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

Does MoMA have a gift shop?

Yes, MoMA has a design store, just adjacent to the museum. You can take home memorabilia from your day at the museum from a wide range of items including home decor, office items, holiday cards, calendars and more!

Are dogs allowed inside?

No, the Museum of Modern Art does not allow dogs or other animals in the Museum, unless they are an service or support animal.

Is the Museum of Modern Art fully accessible?

Yes, all galleries, facilities and entrances are wheelchair accessible. They also offer wheelchairs to visitors on a first-come-first-serve basis. They offer braille and large print guides, and audio guides for those who are visually impaired. Theaters, lobby desks, ticketing desks, audioguide desks, classrooms, and the Paula and James Crown Creativity Lab are equipped with induction loops.

Is there wifi at the museum?

You can connect to MoMAWifi for free internet connectivity throughout your visit to the museum. Internet-accessible computers are also available in the reading room.