Intrepid Museum

• Get an up-close look at one of the most varied aircraft collections on the east coast, representing all five of the U.S. armed forces.
• Climb in an actual Bell 47 helicopter, navigate through an interactive submarine and steer the wings of an airplane in The Exploreum.
• Go inside the American guided missile submarine Growler which offers museum visitors a firsthand look at life aboard a submarine and a close-up inspection of the once "top-secret" missile command center.
• Explore original artifacts, photographs, audio, and films that immerse visitors in the science and history of Enterprise and the space shuttle era in the Space Shuttle Pavilion.
• Dive into a fascinating world of cutting-edge technology and thousands of years of history with Mysteries from the Deep: Exploring Underwater Archaeology, a temporary exhibition opening June 26 and running through January 11, 2026.

Tips

• Be sure to talk to the volunteers — many served aboard Intrepid or on other Navy ships.
• To get the full experience, allow about three to four hours for your visit. If you're short on time, don't miss the Growler.
• Learn more on the CityPASS Blog about what you'll see at the Intrepid Museum.

Amenities

• Dining: Café
• Gift Shops: Museum Store

Best Time to Visit

• Arrive in the morning to give yourself enough time to explore the whole museum.

Accessibility

• Because of the Intrepid’s status as a National Historic Landmark, most of the Museum is fully accessible by wheelchair. Areas that are not accessible by wheelchair include the fo’c’sle, combat information center, submarine Growler and Concorde. All restrooms and dining areas are fully accessible, as well as the flight deck, hangar deck and mess deck. The Museum does not have wheelchairs available for public use. Lightweight stools are available to borrow from the Information Desk. Find more information about accessibility or contact the museum at access@intrepidmuseum.org or (646) 381-5158.

Parking/Transportation

• Get information on transportation and directions.

Reservations Required.

Once you purchase your tickets, be sure to use our My CityPASS®️ app to plan your attraction visits and make reservations (if required). Go to my.citypass.com to download the app for iPhone or Android or to use our browser-based web app. You’ll find all of the information you need to reserve your times, plus attraction details such as hours and location, special offers, maps and more. We recommend making reservations as soon as possible for the best availability. To learn more before purchasing, click the link below.

See reservation and planning information.: New York CityPASS, New York C3 or New York C-All