Museum of Modern Art
The Midtown museum holding Starry Night, Les Demoiselles d'Avignon and the definitive modern art collection.
Example
To see Starry Night without the scrum you arrive at opening and go straight to the fifth floor before the tour groups build.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I see Starry Night without the scrum?
Arrive at opening and go directly to the fifth floor before the tour groups build. Ten minutes early beats an hour midday.
Is MoMA doable in half a day?
Yes. The collection highlights on floors four and five take two focused hours. Special exhibitions add another hour.
Where can I take a break inside MoMA?
The sculpture garden in the middle of the building, which is the one open air pause on the route and works well between the fourth and fifth floor galleries.
