Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Location

New York
United States
40° 45' 53.1468" N, 74° 0' 2.5524" W
US
General info: 

This unique Museum is centered on the aircraft carrier Intrepid (CVS-11), that served in World War II.
The Museum features a range of interactive exhibits and events providing a snapshot of heroism, education, and excitement. The exhibits range from historical re-creations such as Kamikaze: Day of Darkness, Day of Light, to new interactive displays. Visitors also can ride in the A-6 Cockpit Simulator, visit the Virtual Flight Zone, and tour the inside of the Growler Submarine.

The complex boasts 30 restored aircraft, former USS Growler submarine, Lockheed A-12 supersonic reconnaissance plane and the British Airways Concorde. Additionally on April 12, 2011, the museum was awarded the Space Shuttle Enterprise.

Getting there: 

Subway: Take subway to Times Square and either walk from there or take the M-42 bus West to the Hudson River and walk north.
Bus: M-50 runs along 49th Street and stops at the Intrepid

Costs: 

ADMISSION:
• Adults: $19.50
• Seniors (62+):$15.50
• Veterans: $15.50
• College Students (w/ID): $15.50
• Youth (6-17): $14.50
• Child (2-5): $7.50
• Child under 2: Free

HOURS:
October 1 - March 31st:
• Tuesday-Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Closed Mondays
April 1 - September 30
• Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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