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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

12th Avenue & 46th Street, Pier 86, New York City, NY 10036
212-245-0072
Ranked #53 of 707 attractions in New York City
4.5 of 5 stars 367 Reviews
Type: Military Museums, History Museums, Speciality Museums
Owner description: The Intrepid Museum is a unique journey through spectacular interactive exhibits and virtual, multi-sensory technology. Located at Pier 86, the... more » Owner description: The Intrepid Museum is a unique journey through spectacular interactive exhibits and virtual, multi-sensory technology. Located at Pier 86, the complex boasts 30 restored aircraft, former USS Growler submarine and the British Airways Concorde. « less
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Saratoga NSW Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

A great chance to see the legends of air, space and sea right in the heart of NYC!

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Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Visited during out stay in New York, the first day we went the site was closed due to something about Enterprise, lots of TV crews etc. We were offered a 50% off voucher and went back the next day and I'm glad we did. The ship is amazing, the technology behind it is incredible and the store of the ship... More

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Fountain Valley
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Living in California and visiting the Midway Aircraft Carrier in San Diego often we were a little disappointed in the Intrepid. The planes are old and not cleaned. The aircraft carrier is also more run down and has not been as refurbished as the Midway.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

One in a lifetime chance to walk around an aircraft carrier, see the Space Shuttle Enterpise (July 2012), a BA Concorde, a nuclear submarine AND loads of US aircraft. Very doable in 1.5 to 2 hours. The rides are pricey and there are always classes of kids around though.

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New York City, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Great for kids of all ages, from 3 to 72, lots to see & do. The space shuttle will be a great addition

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Melbourne
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

It was great to see the submarine, planes and ship. A lot of interactive components and opportunities for photos. We entered 1.5hrs before close, it was rushed and we didn't have time to read everything but adequate time to see everything.

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bangkok
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Having just gone to Smithsonian air and space museum in DC which was totally free, this museum charges usd24 for an adult. Be sure to go to its website to check for discount coupons. this can save you some bucks. the museum itself was huge with an aircraft carrier, planes and helicopters on top deck and museum with few simulator... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Amazing planes and naval history. There was a lot going on when I was there during Fleet Week. This would be a great place to take kids.

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Melbourne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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We could have easily spent a whole day at Intrepid as there was so much to see and do. Where else in the world could you go inside a real nuclear missile submarine (USS Growler) and get just an inkling of what life would have been like at sea under such cramped conditions and learn about the vital and dangerous... More

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Jersey, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

If you like your planes and ships this is a must see, so many different aircraft's on display, including the SR71 Blackbird and Concorde. Just wish we had gone later in the year to see the spaceshuttle Enterprise. the Audio commentary is also fantastic as is the knowledge of the guides located around the ship.

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