Brooklyn Museum Tours and Tickets

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General admission to the Brooklyn Museum costs US$20 for adults and US$14 for seniors (aged 65+), students (aged 20+), and visitors with disabilities. Admission is free for those aged 19 and under and for carers of a visitor with a disability. Admission to special exhibits costs US$30 for adults and US$21 for seniors, students (ages 13–20), and visitors with disabilities; admission costs US$12 for kids aged 4–12.

Yes, the Brooklyn Museum is definitely worth visiting—it’s one of the best museums not only in New York City but also in the country. You can check out a special exhibit or browse the permanent collection, which spans everything from ancient Egyptian artifacts to modern American art. It’s conveniently located near Prospect Park, and many guided walking tours or self-guided app-based tours pass the museum, which is housed in a beautiful beaux-arts building.

No, but the museum recommends reserving tickets ahead of time. A limited number of walk-up tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, but they may sell out quickly. General admission tickets are untimed, while tickets for temporary exhibits are sold in 15-minute increments. Buying ahead guarantees your desired slot.

Allot 90 minutes to two hours for your visit—more to see the temporary exhibit. The Brooklyn Museum is New York City's third-largest museum and covers a lot of ground. There are thousands of artworks on display (1.5 million items in the collection), so it's a lot to take in.

The Brooklyn Museum is renowned for its mix of contemporary and historical artworks. Where else can you see classic artworks from Degas or O’Keefe alongside those from today's cutting-edge visionaries? The museum—housed in a Beaux-Arts building—has pieces from Egypt and sub-Saharan Africa, too. It's adjacent to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

Yes. Visitors can park in the paid lot behind the museum between Washington Avenue and Eastern Parkway. You can also get to the Brooklyn Museum by public transportation: Take the 2/3 subway line to Eastern Parkway/Brooklyn Museum or B41 or B69 buses to Grand Army Plaza.

Yes. Strollers are welcome in all of the museum, including temporary exhibits. It’s recommended to visit in the quieter morning hours with a stroller. The museum also offers special baby-friendly stroller tours for children aged 2 or younger and their caregivers, which include a touchable exploration of the galleries.

Yes. There’s no charge for taking pictures or shooting video as long as it’s for your personal use. If you’re a commercial or documentary photographer or videographer, be sure to get in touch with the museum ahead of time. Note: Flash is never permitted as it can damage the artworks.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Brooklyn Museum. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Brooklyn:

• Brooklyn Bridge

• Dumbo

• Williamsburg

• Coney Island

• New York Transit Museum

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Brooklyn.