MoMA New York: Van Gogh, Warhol & Modern Masterpieces Entry

Monet's Water Lilies & Warhol's Soup Cans: What's Inside MoMA Right Now

You get skip-the-line entry to MoMA's permanent collections and current special exhibitions, plus a free downloadable audio guide in your language. Spend as long as you want in front of each piece—there's no schedule, no group pace. The timed entry slot is what keeps the experience from turning into a crowded shuffle through the halls.

Is this one for you?Right for anyone who wants to see MoMA's collection without spending the morning in the ticket line or following a group schedule—the timed entry and self-guided format mean you move at your own speed through the galleries.

What’s included

Your ticket covers admission to the Museum of Modern Art, access to all permanent collections and current special exhibitions, a free downloadable multilingual audio guide you use on your personal device, and free WiFi throughout the building.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Museum of Modern Art

• Enter Museum of Modern Art
• Explore contemporary art exhibits
• See Monet's Water Lilies
• View Campbell's Soup Cans by Warhol
• Admire The Dance (I) by Matisse
• Behold works by Gauguin, Dali, Picasso, Pollock
• Listen to free audio guides on mobile

The Experience

The moment you step into the lobby, the scale hits you. Fifty-four thousand works across six floors, and you've got the whole day to move through them at your own pace. Your ticket gets you into the permanent collection—Monet's Water Lilies, Warhol's Campbell's Soup Cans, Matisse's The Dance (I)—plus whatever special exhibitions are running. No guide talking over your shoulder, no group stopping you mid-room. Just you, the art, and the free audio guide on your phone if you want it.

The building itself is part of the thing. Midtown location means you're steps from Central Park and the rest of the city, but inside it's quiet enough that you can actually think. Floors are organized by theme and era, so you can drift through Impressionism into Surrealism into Abstract Expressionism without it feeling random. Pollock's drip paintings are there. Gauguin's color. Dali's melting clocks. The audio guide is multilingual and free—download it before you go or grab it on the WiFi inside, and it fills in the gaps without forcing you to listen.

Logistics matter here because MoMA gets crowded, especially afternoons and weekends. Your timed entry ticket means you skip the general admission line and walk straight in during your assigned window. Wheelchair accessible throughout, free WiFi everywhere, and the place is built so you can loop back to a favorite room without retracing your steps. If you're traveling with an infant, specialized seats are available. Plan for at least three to four hours if you want to actually see things; people who rush through miss why they came.

Top questions

What's included with the MoMA admission ticket?

Access to all permanent collections, special exhibitions, a free multilingual audio guide you download to your phone, and free WiFi throughout the museum.

Do I need to book a specific time slot?

Yes, your ticket includes timed entry during a window you select. This lets you skip the general admission line and enter directly.

Can I use the audio guide on my own phone?

Yes, the audio guide is downloadable and multilingual. You can access it via the museum's WiFi or download it before you arrive.

Is MoMA wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options nearby are also wheelchair accessible.

How long should I plan to spend at MoMA?

Most visitors spend three to four hours to see the highlights without rushing. You can stay longer if you want to linger on specific works or exhibitions.

Are there special exhibitions beyond the permanent collection?

Yes, your admission includes access to all special exhibitions currently on view, which rotate throughout the year.

Can I bring children or infants?

Yes, infants can sit on an adult's lap, and specialized infant seats are available if needed.

Is there parking at MoMA?

MoMA is in Midtown Manhattan with public transportation options nearby. Street parking is limited; most visitors arrive by subway or taxi.