Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York

A photograph of Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum — Photograph · Jean-Christophe BENOIST · CC BY 3.0

Open today, 10:30 – 17:30

Today: Open today, 10:30 – 17:30
Accessibility: Step-free
Price: $30.00 per person · Standard admission · Adult
Standing: Must see · Heritage site
Rank: Rank 15 of 13,079

Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

Plan your visit.

Opening hours

Monday	10:30 – 17:30
Tuesday	10:30 – 17:30
Wednesday	10:30 – 17:30
Thursday	10:30 – 17:30
Friday	10:30 – 17:30
Saturday	10:30 – 17:30
Sunday	10:30 – 17:30

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Admission

Per person	$30.00 Standard admission Adult

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Access and facilities

Accessible toilets · Available
Pushchair access · Available
Step-free access · Available
Toilets · Available

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About Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is an art museum on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, its distinctive spiral rotunda opened in 1959. The building itself is widely regarded as an architectural landmark. It houses a permanent collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early Modern, and contemporary art. The museum operates as part of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation, which also manages institutions in Bilbao, Venice, and elsewhere. Its cylindrical form and continuous ramp gallery were revolutionary concepts in museum design.

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What's inside

The collection includes works by Kandinsky, Picasso, Monet, van Gogh, and other major modern artists. Temporary exhibitions rotate through the rotunda and tower galleries. The spiral ramp allows visitors to view art while descending from the top. A smaller annex level contains additional gallery spaces. The museum also maintains archives and a library. Educational programs and lectures occur regularly. The permanent collection emphasizes non-objective painting and sculpture, reflecting founder Solomon R. Guggenheim's original collecting interests established in the 1930s.

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How long to spend

Most visitors spend approximately two to three hours exploring the museum. The spiral ramp alone requires considerable walking. Art enthusiasts examining individual works closely may need additional time. The tower galleries and any special exhibitions extend the visit duration. First-time visitors often allocate extra minutes to appreciate Wright's architectural details. Weekday mornings typically offer a less crowded experience, allowing more comfortable pacing. School groups and peak tourist seasons may affect movement through the narrow ramp. Visitors should consider their own pace and interest levels when planning.

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Season and crowds

Open Wednesday-Monday 10:30-17:30 with later Saturday hours; closed Tuesday and selected holidays. Dated closures, ceremonies, performances, weather or security notices from the operator take priority over ordinary hours. Arrive early enough to complete the public route before final admission.

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Tickets

Adult admission is USD 30; selected Saturday evening pay-what-you-wish hours require timed entry. The base amount and currency follow the operator tariff; premium products and separate institutions remain excluded unless named.

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Getting there

Subway 4/5/6 to 86th Street, then walk west to Fifth Avenue. Use the named entrance and station because security, separate exits and large complexes can change the practical route. Allow extra time for screening and the final walk. Follow staff directions on arrival.

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What to watch out for

Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Historic surfaces, crowds and security remain relevant.

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Photography

Photography policies at the Guggenheim Museum vary by exhibition and specific artworks on display. Some permanent collection areas may permit non-flash photography for personal use. Special exhibitions frequently prohibit all photography due to lender requirements. Tripods, selfie sticks, and professional equipment are generally restricted without prior authorization. Visitors should observe posted signage and staff instructions at all times. Copyright protections apply to artworks. Commercial photography requires explicit permission from the museum. When permitted, photography should not disturb other visitors or impede circulation on the narrow spiral ramp. Video recording faces similar restrictions.

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Place details and sources

Official name: Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Address: 5th Avenue, 1071, 10128, New York, NY OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Building: Museum building OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Heritage grade: Grade 1 OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Museum type: Art OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Type of place: Museum OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Elevation: 33 m OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Established: 1937 Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Heritage designation: National Register of Historic Places listed place Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Architectural style: modern architecture Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Opened: 1959 Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Wikipedia article: Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum Wikipedia · Checked 2026-09-09