--- title: Whitney Museum of American Art slug: whitney-museum-american-art-new-york type: attraction sub_type: museums source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/whitney-museum-american-art-new-york city: New York state: NY country: US address: 99 Gansevoort Street geo: lat: 40.73958 lng: -74.00914 duration: up to 2.0 hrs cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:57:41.677Z price_from: amount: 30 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4 count: 3312 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Whitney Museum General Admission price: 30 ticket_types: - name: Adult (26-64 yrs) min_age: 26 max_age: 64 - name: Senior (65+ yrs) min_age: 65 - name: 25 and Under (0-25 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 25 --- ## Overview The Whitney Museum in Downtown Manhattan offers a deep dive into American contemporary art in a bold architectural landmark in the Meatpacking District, featuring iconic works from 20th-century American artists to the present, rotating exhibitions, skyline views, and a vibrant cultural experience. ## What's Included - Admission to the Whitney Museum of American Art, including access to permanent and rotating exhibitions. - Access to open-air terraces with Hudson River and Manhattan skyline views. ## What's Not Included - Outside food and beverages (except water in a secure bottle or for medical reasons). ## Ticket Options - **Whitney Museum General Admission** — $30.00 Whitney Museum tickets include access to modern and contemporary American art galleries, rotating exhibitions, and outdoor terraces overlooking the Hudson River and NYC skyline. Valid on your selected date. Free tickets available for ages 25 and under. - Adult (26-64 yrs) - Senior (65+ yrs) - 25 and Under (0-25 yrs) ## Good to Know * Collection of over 25,000 works of American art from the 1900s to today. * Features work by more than 4,000 artists, including Edward Hopper and Georgia O'Keeffe. * Rotating exhibitions highlight modern and contemporary American voices, including the Whitney Biennial. * Open-air terraces offer Hudson River and Manhattan skyline views. * Plan for 2–3 hours, with more time if exploring exhibitions in depth. * Galleries are arranged across multiple levels, with recommended viewing from Floor 8 down to street level. * On-site restaurant and bar available; outside food and beverages are not permitted. * Family-friendly and suitable for all ages; free for ages 25 and under. * Family-friendly and accessible, with free tickets available for ages 25 and under. * Located at 99 Gansevoort Street in Manhattan's Meatpacking District, near the Hudson River Greenway and West Side Highway. * No on-site parking, but paid parking garages nearby. * Accessible by subway lines A, C, E, and L at 14th St. and 8th Ave. * Open most days 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Fridays until 10:00 PM; closed Tuesdays. * Self-guided tours with digital guides accessible via free museum WiFi and Bloomberg Connects app. * Artworks include paintings, sculptures, prints, photography, film, video, and other media by American artists. * Photography allowed for personal use only; no flash, tripods, or selfie sticks. * No official dress code; shirts and shoes required. * Food and drinks available for purchase at Frenchette Café and Bakery (Floor 1) and Studio Bar (Floor 8). * Strollers permitted but must not be left unattended or at coat check. * Fully wheelchair accessible with ramps, elevators, and free rental manual wheelchairs on a first-come, first-served basis. * Only ADA service animals allowed. * Complimentary coat check on Floor -1; large bags, backpacks, umbrellas must be checked; small bags allowed in galleries; no luggage permitted. ## FAQs ### Where is the Whitney Museum in NYC? This New York art museum is located at 99 Gansevoort Street in Manhattan's Meatpacking District, near the Hudson River Greenway and the West Side Highway. ### Is there parking on site? There is no on-site parking available at the Whitney Museum, but several paid parking garages are located nearby, including 99 Jane St., 134–36 Jane St., and 385 West 15th St. ### Is the museum accessible by subway? Yes. The A, C, E, and L subway lines stop about six blocks from the museum at 14th St. and 8th Ave. ### How much time should I allocate for a visit? Plan to spend about 2 to 3 hours to see both permanent and temporary exhibitions without rushing. ### Is the museum open daily? The museum is open most days from 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM, with later hours on Friday evenings (until 10:00 PM). It is closed on Tuesdays. ### Is the museum tour guided? No. It’s a self-guided tour, but you can access digital guides by connecting to the museum's free WiFi anywhere in the building, which allows you to use the Bloomberg Connects app and other digital content. ### What kinds of artworks are on display at the Whitney Museum? The Whitney features paintings, sculptures, prints, photography, film, video, and other contemporary media by American artists like Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Alexander Calder, and Faith Ringgold; specific artists' works are subject to availability. ### Does the museum offer a good vantage point of the city? Yes. From the museum terraces, you can see views of the Hudson River and the iconic NYC skyline, including the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building. ### Are cameras allowed inside the museum? Yes, you can take pictures inside the museum and the galleries, as long as it's for personal use only. Please note that the use of flash, tripods and selfie sticks is prohibited. ### Does the museum have a dress code? No. The Whitney Museum of American Art does not have an official dress code, but shirts and shoes are required for entry. ### Are food and drinks available for sale inside the museum? Yes, you can purchase food and drinks at Frenchette Café and Bakery on Floor 1 and Studio Bar on Floor 8. ### Can I bring my own snacks or drinks? No outside food or beverages are permitted, with exception of water in a secure bottle or for medical reasons. ### Is the museum suitable for children? Yes, the museum is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Plus, guests ages 25 and under can enjoy the museum for free. ### Can I bring a stroller? Yes. Strollers are permitted throughout the museum but must not be left unattended or at the coat check. ### Is the museum wheelchair accessible? Yes, the museum is entirely wheelchair accessible via ramp and elevator. Manual wheelchairs are also available for rent on site, free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis at the admissions desk on Floor 1 or at the coat check on Floor -1. ### Can I bring a pet? Only ADA-defined service animals are allowed inside the museum. ### Is there a coat check? Yes. A complimentary coat check is available on Floor -1. Large bags, backpacks, and oversized umbrellas must be checked. Small bags may be carried or worn at the front while in the galleries. Luggage of any size is not permitted. All items left in coat check must be claimed before the museum closes. ## Reviews > "Almost attacked by a guard" > — traveldocNY, March 29, 2026 > "Great culture in the heart of the hip downtown scene" > — howiep364, January 29, 2026 > "A Memorable Visit" > — FLB, Claremont, California, November 25, 2025