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4 museums in Hell's Kitchen

Best Museums in Hell's Kitchen (2026)

Top-rated museums in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and Moodap editor picks.

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Hell's Kitchen is home to 4 rated museums. Intrepid Museum leads the list with a 4.7-star rating across 590 reviews. Prices range from $$ to $$.

Intrepid MuseumEditor's Pick

Experience the world's first space shuttle, a nuclear weapons-carrying submarine, dozens of military aircraft, a supersonic spy plane, and the world's fastest commercial airliner displayed in and around the legendary aircraft carrier, Intrepid—an awe-inspiring place for an unforgettable adventure.

★ 4.7590 reviews$$IndoorPier 86, W 46th St, New York, NY 10036

“Last entry is one hour prior to closing. The Museum will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Our hours are subject to change on a daily basis based on special events, capacity and exhibition closures. Please check our Visitor Information page.”

Submarine USS Growler

As the only American nuclear missile submarine open to the public, Growler offers a firsthand look at life aboard a submarine and the once "top-secret" missile command center with available access as it was used during operations.

★ 4.8289 reviewsIndoorPier 86 at Hudson River Park, W 46th St &, 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036

“Visitors must be at least 40" tall. All visitors, including service and support animals, must be able to pass through a replica of the hatch without assistance. Areas inside are narrow and may not be suitable for visitors with claustrophobia. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Strollers, large bags, luggage and backpacks are not permitted. Food and beverages are not permitted.”

Space Shuttle Pavillion

Our Space Shuttle Pavilion is home to Enterprise, NASA's prototype orbiter that paved the way for the space shuttle program, with 17 dynamic exhibit zones featuring original artifacts, photographs, audio and films that immerse visitors in this historic era.

★ 4.71,734 reviewsIndoorPier 86, 12th Ave & W 46th St, New York, NY 10036

“Last entry is one hour prior to closing. The Museum is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Our hours are subject to change on a daily basis based on special events, capacity and exhibition closures.”

Tonight with the Impressionists

★ 3.47 reviewsIndoor555 W 57th St, New York, NY 10019

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Intrepid Museum is one of the highest rated museum activities in Hell's Kitchen, with a 4.7-star rating. See the full rankings above.

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