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Hayden Planetarium

Central Park West and 79th Street, American Museum of Natural History, New York City, NY 10024
212 769 5100
Ranked #72 of 707 attractions in New York City
4.5 of 5 stars 44 Reviews
Type: Observatories/ Planetariums
Description: No need to settle for just looking at the stars - this $210 million planetarium is a virtual joyride through the universe.
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New York City, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Check out the special 3D iMax movies and laser rock shows here. Also see the largest meteorite ever discovered is on display. There is MUCH to do here, including all that is next door at MNH.

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New York City, New York
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

The planetarium show I saw was kind of cheesy but the planetarium itself is very nice. I also really enjoyed the Cosmic Pathway in the same part of the museum.

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East Meadow, New York
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107 reviews 107 reviews
Reviews in 65 cities Reviews in 65 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Whether the usual wonderful planetarium shows or the special ones, each experience is a special event. Lately they have a double show.....first narrated by Tom Hanks and the second by Harrison Ford as they guide your adventure journey into space. At other times they have laser light shows in the planetarium dome performed to great music. From kids on class... More

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Staten Island, New York
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64 reviews 64 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

What a fantastic experience it is to visit this interesting museum; you must see the 'show' as it has improved greatly, with new technology and special effects.

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New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

No signs to direct people, staff is not knowledgeable even directing us to elevators which were out of service and being renovated. Basic price to get in and then you have to pay more to go to each attraction. Base admission includes what seems like a 1960 era display with small pictures and wandering theme with repetitive explanations eg. Redshift.... More

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New York City, New York
Senior Contributor
33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Been here many times, never get tired of it, The Hayden is connected to the Museum of Natural History at 81 Street/ Central Park West. If you have the time its definitely worth an afternoon.

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New York City, New York
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

I loved seeing all the constellations and stars. The planetarium has no bad seats because we all look up at the ceiling. Go for a visit and hang out at the museum afterward.

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Yonkers, New York
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67 reviews 67 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

The Planetarium is a great place to learn something. It is a fun and friendly place to go.

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Rutherford, New Jersey
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I enjoy seeing the shows in the planetarium. they are beautiful and very informative

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Brooklyn
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

Children and adults will love this place. The best time to visit is early in the morning especially in the Summer.

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