Whitney Museum of American Art
Art Museum
Meatpacking District, New York
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"love this museum and can't wait to check out the Biennial!"(10 Tips)
"decks above the High Line"(9 Tips)
"... want it to be, and the permanent collection is worth a visit essentially any day of the..."(10 Tips)
"Free admission for L’Oreal employees."(7 Tips)
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TingJuly 26, 2015New museum building by Renzo Piano opened in may 2015.Don't miss the interconnected levels of outdoor terraces to appreciate the museum environs. HighLine and skyline. Free tours also available daily.
Upvoted Feb 11
Chris RyanOctober 4, 2014Jeff Koons was great and what really made it was the public tour my friend and I globbed onto. Very informative and gave context that helped inform the whole exhibit. Also, great selfie opportunities.
Upvoted Jan 27
Joseph K. Levene Fine Art, Ltd.July 15, 2012Visit The Whitney Museum of American Art to see Jasper Johns Three Flags, one of 151 Jasper Johns Artworks, also one of the Artist's best Flag Paintings, owned by the Whitney Museum.
Upvoted Mar 2
Rebecca RaiaJuly 18, 2015I would advise to begin your your from the top to bottom. They are open late so don't worry about getting there early in the day. Go in a little bit later to enjoy the dawn.
Meredith BlechmanJuly 18, 2015Incredible collection in a huge new space. Start on the top floor and work your way down to more recent decades. Use the outdoor staircases for beautiful views along the way.
Onion ThingsApril 28, 2017The Whitney Museum is a true sensory indoor-outdoor experience, so make sure to visit the outdoor terraces on the upper floors of the building, you will have a spectacular panoramic view of the city.
AlAnoud A AlGhunaimNovember 9, 2021Very amusing, not everyone’s cup of tea but you’ll sure enjoy the visit. Perfectly rotated and gathers a great collection. Outdoor seating area is beautiful so check it out.
Avneesh KohliDecember 9, 2018Be sure to check out the “Programmed” exhibit. Really unique artistic use cases of technology.
Post-covid there's far less tourists here which is amazing. Finally enough space to walk around and appreciate the art
Alyssa B.January 17, 2022A wonder both inside and outdoor. Make sure to go all the way through the 8th floor. A nice cafe/bar and city/hudson river views await at the top. Save enough time for the shop before closing time!
M ALDossary ♏April 15, 2016Amazing Art museum. Different exhibition and great collection of Art work. Always check if there are outdoor exhibition. Wonderful city view from the higher floors. Highly Recommended 👍 👍 👍
ElizabethAugust 21, 2015Amazing views from the top. The kids loved the art inside so long as we let them set the pace. It's a Summer 2015 Blue Star Museum.
AbhishekJuly 24, 2018I would spend at most a couple of hours here. Relatively small collection. But the rooftop on the 8th floor at dusk is spectacular and recommended just for the views of One WTC and Empire State.
Alex RobertsonJanuary 11, 2017the theoretical porousness of the space with regard to the environment outside isn't just a bunch of hot air--that's a unique experience. jump on the high line or get a blue bottle coffee afterwards
NuffJanuary 7, 2019A good mix of rotating exhibitions and permanent(ish) collection. Every time I’ve come there’s been a delightful, lesser-known artist to discover alongside the heavyweights.
With the boldest curation of contemporary and modern art, the Whitney elevates and inspires as my second favorite after MOMA. The exhibits are extremely interesting and diverse, you'll only be wowed!
Caroline KNovember 5, 2015This place is the best art museum right now! It's very trendy and its the new thing! The art is very modern and "in"... you have to go here before any other musem! It is truly a legend, a must see!
LaylaOctober 19, 2019Amazing collection of contemporary and modern art. 100% worth coming to see, also for the beautiful view.
Vivian RamirezJanuary 16, 2017Great selection of contemporary art. Constant revolving permanent collection. Great dining and outdoor spaces. Perfect for a whole day of exploring new and old art.
John ADecember 24, 2015New building! New attitude! Yummy food at upper level cafe. Recommend: take the middle lift car up to 5 and as the doors open, look across gallery at a classic piece that says: New York City.
Come for the art, stay for the patios and the Highline views and the Danny Meyer cafes.
The Whitney has found its new home, and it's a beauty. Start on the 8th floor and make sure to check the outdoor space. Untitled is a great restaurant by Danny Meyer in the lobby.
HeisenbergNovember 5, 2015Cool views of Manhattan. Try to get early even in the week to avoid big crowds. Very curated collection of American Artist. Enjoy the space and art.
Willemijn HuizingAugust 9, 2015This museum is a masterpiece. From scenic views in the stairwells and the balconies to the striking modern architecture by Piano the new Whitney is perfectly fit to present Americas history thru art
Courtney LewisJune 25, 2018Everything about this space is beautiful and the exhibits are incredible. Must get a glass of rosé and sit outside on the balcony of the café. The views are gorgeous!
Stephanie MSeptember 18, 2015I honestly enjoyed the architecture more than the collection. The views of the city are stunning and there is a ton of outdoor seating for visitors to relax and take it all in!
Kay TeoSeptember 9, 2017The pieces in this museum make you think. Unlike some other modern art museums which aren't as thought provoking. Free on Friday nights. Low key some of the best views of NYC
Lauren MacOctober 8, 2015Loved the Archibald Motley exhibit and the overall design aesthetic of the Whitney. Lower floors are still being renovated, but the open ones weren't incredibly moving. Stay for the views!
Marie La RueNovember 22, 2018Architecture alone is worth a visit. Great retrospectives of modern artists such as Calder and Warhol. Very crowded on the weekends.
- Marina BuritySeptember 13, 2015Beautiful museum, with decks above the High Line and a big selection of modern and comtemporary American art. Take the audio guide, it may help with the more conceptual pieces.
Ingrid OliveiraSeptember 21, 2016Great views to the Hudson and Chelse areas. Spacious museum with interesting exhibitions. The portaits one was fantastic!
Kamaria MionDecember 5, 2016A museum that makes excellent use of the space- interesting exhibitions and great views of the river. Lots of places for a drink nearby or a walk on the highline👌🏽
Etienne SabatierMay 9, 2015Behond it's amazing collection, Whitney Museum brings its modern and elegant architecture to the Midpacking District : brilliant and distinguished blend of glass, concrete and metal.
Liliana AndradeAugust 24, 2017This museum has great contemporary art between it's walls. It also has great terraces with magnificent views of Manhattan!
The Corcoran GroupAugust 15, 2011The smaller exhibits here create a less overwhelming museum experience. And when you need refreshing, have a burger in the basement at Danny Meyer’s new restaurant Untitled.
The Ritz-CarltonJanuary 25, 2013The Whitney Museum houses 20th-century and contemporary American art, with a focus on works by living artists. Its signature exhibition, the Biennial, focuses on developments in American art.
Bianca NgAugust 26, 2016One of my favorite contemporary art museums! The main rotating exhibition is always awesome and inspiring. Love coming here again and again. Lovely open space too.
Rafael ReedAugust 17, 2015Lovely. Try the cafe on the roof. I had a toast and draught beer. After your tour buy an ice cream and seat on the green chairs outside the museum
The Whitney is home to most of Edward Hopper's great works. Be sure not to miss them when possible.
KC StarNovember 17, 2018Fun place to visit Friday nights. Whitney Museum wants you to come in too: Admission is Pay-what-you-wish 7-10pm.
Chris EvansOctober 11, 2015Great art, with a post-drinks and location that is a real treat. Combined with a morning in the High Line, makes for a great weekend out.
Sofia PapastamelosJanuary 17, 2016Awesome museum with great views. Always have something interesting on display even if you don't know much about modern art. Get the audio guide!
Michaela BuccolaJuly 24, 2012The Sharon Hayes exhibit is a must see! It's really well done & I'd recommend not taking the blue book around with you. I found it better to interpret what I was seeing first then read about it after!
Stan DimitrovApril 22, 2016Try the carrot cake in the cafe - it looks as if it's part of the museum exhibit. And the view from there is one of the best in NY.
Akshay PatilJune 6, 2018The nicest staff of any museum I've ever been to. Don't hesitate to ask questions or for help with something.
Paige CJanuary 27, 2019Came for the Warhol exhibit and loved the layout of the museum, as well as the experience.
Viviana MartinezApril 13, 2018The museum was awesome, I love that you can go in and out which is perfect for a nice day. I also wanted to buy everything in the gift shop!
Richard RevillaAugust 5, 2013Great Art in this lesser known venue on Museum Mile. Remember to use the coat check in the winter months to ensure you can walk comfortably. Whitney is moving soon.
Gorgeous space. Eat on the top floor cafe overlooking the city -- much better views than the restaurant downstairs.
I like the art exhibits here especially Standing Julian. Look out at one of the view decks and see a pair of eyes (wall mural) looking at you.
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Whitney Museum of American Art
99 Gansevoort St (btwn 10th Ave & Washington St)
New York, NY 10014
United States
New York, NY 10014
United States
The Whitney houses one of the world's foremost collections of modern and contemporary American art.
Open until 6:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon, Wed–Thu, Sun
- 10:30 AM–6:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 10:30 AM–10:00 PM
(212) 570-3600
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