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New York Transit Museum

Museum

4.7(5747 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM Wed
New York Transit Museum

About

Hands-on history of mass transporation. Housed in a 1936 subway station, this museum features interactive exhibits like vintage trains.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • A camera and notebook
  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at New York Transit Museum:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    99 Schermerhorn St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
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    Phone
    (718) 694-1600
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    Price Range
    Moderately expensive
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:Closed
    Wednesday:10 AM–4 PM
    Thursday:10 AM–4 PM
    Friday:10 AM–4 PM
    Saturday:10 AM–4 PM
    Sunday:10 AM–4 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Live performances: Has live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: No wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • On-site parking: On-site parking

Nearby

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