Explore the Intrepid Museum: aircraft carrier, submarine and Space Shuttle
A warship, a submarine and a Space Shuttle on the Hudson. Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan.
The short answer
The Intrepid Museum is built around the aircraft carrier Intrepid at Pier 86 on the Hudson, with the Space Shuttle Pavilion and the Growler submarine on the same ticket. General admission covers all three plus temporary exhibitions. It is open daily 10am to 5pm (last entry an hour before closing) and closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
What it is like
Tickets: adults 13 to 64 $38; seniors 65 and over and college students $36 with ID; children 5 to 12 $28; children 4 and under free; US veterans and military free with ID. NYC residents get 50% off general admission with valid photo ID, which is a real saving for local families. The museum says the tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Strollers, large bags and luggage are not permitted in the submarine or the Concorde, and belongings must stay with you at all times; there is no bag or coat check. Food comes from the Intrepid Marketplace and the Aviator Grill, with vending machines on the pier and flight deck. Kids Week runs in February (February 14 to 21 in 2026).
It is not on a subway line. You can ride the NYC Ferry to Midtown West at W 39th Street (Pier 79) and walk 10 to 15 minutes, or take the subway to 42 St-Port Authority or 34 St-Hudson Yards and walk about two-thirds of a mile. It is for children who like machines; for the ones who don't, the Space Shuttle will do some of the persuading.
Best time to go
Weekday mornings; Kids Week in February.
Tips before you go
- NYC residents: bring photo ID for 50% off.
- No coat check, so travel light.
- Plan the walk or the NYC Ferry; there is no subway at the door.
- Look out for Kids Week in February.
Where it is
Pier 86, 12th Ave & W 46th St, New York, NY 10036. OpenStreetMap ↗ · Directions ↗
What's on here
From The New York Almanac, the next 60 days.
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 11:00
Access Family Program: Dressing for the Job, Intrepid Style
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan
A children's session on why gear is built for safety and survival, part of the museum's Access Family Program series. Check the Intrepid page for eligibility and registration. Organizer ↗
Sat, Nov 21 to Sun, Nov 22
Intrepid Sleepover
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan
An overnight sleepover aboard the Intrepid, 6pm to 8am the next morning. Paid, and the museum's calendar lists it as a ticketed program. Organizer ↗
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Questions people ask
How much is the Intrepid Museum for kids?
Children 5 to 12 pay $28 and children 4 and under are free.
Is the Intrepid Museum cheaper for New Yorkers?
Yes. NYC residents get 50% off general admission with valid photo ID.
Can you take a stroller on the Intrepid?
Strollers are not allowed in the submarine or the Concorde, but they stay with you elsewhere in the museum.
How much does it cost?
Adults 13 to 64 $38; seniors 65+ and college students $36; children 5 to 12 $28; 4 and under free; US veterans and military free; NYC residents 50% off.
Which subway stop is nearest?
No subway at the door. A/C/E to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal (accessible station) or 7 to 34 St-Hudson Yards (accessible station), each roughly a 0.6 to 0.7 mile walk; or NYC Ferry to W 39th St, 10 to 15 minutes' walk. Check elevator status.
How long do you need?
3 to 4 hours.
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