BEST NEW YORK CITY TRANSPORTATION MUSEUMS
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Location: Pier 86, W 46th St, Manhattan
History: Established in 1982, this military and maritime museum is located on the USS Intrepid aircraft carrier, showcasing a fascinating range of exhibits from planes to space shuttles.
Type: Military/Maritime Museum
Pricing: $33 for adults.
Hours: Open 10 AM to 6 PM, closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
City Museum of New York
Location: 1220 Fifth Ave, Manhattan
History: Opened in 1923, it delves into the city's past, featuring everything from the history of street food to the famous subway system—both critical aspects of NYC life.
Type: History Museum
Pricing: $20 for adults.
Hours: Open 10 AM to 6 PM, closed Tuesdays.
The New York Transit Museum
Location: 99 Schermerhorn St, Brooklyn
History: Located in a decommissioned subway station and opened in 1976, this museum tells the story of New York's transit system through vintage trains, photographs, and memorabilia.
Type: Transportation Museum
Pricing: $10 for adults.
Hours: Open Thursday to Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM.
The Port Authority Bus Terminal Museum
Location: 625 8th Ave, Manhattan (inside Port Authority Bus Terminal)
History: Opened in 2007, this small gem is a tribute to New York’s transportation history and features exhibits related to the bus system and the terminal itself, which opened in the 1950s.
Type: Transportation Museum
Pricing: Free!
Hours: Open daily, hours may vary.
The Transit Museum Gallery
Location: Located within the Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan
History: Opened in 1976, the Transit Museum features exhibits on the history of New York’s transportation systems, including subway and commuter trains.
Type: Transportation Museum
Pricing: Free with a MetroCard, or general admission fees apply for special exhibitions.
Hours: Open daily, but check specific exhibit hours.