New York City is home to some of the world's most renowned museums, and picking just a few as the "top" ones is tough. Here's a few that stand out:
The Whitney Museum
The museum's collection includes works by artists such as Andy Warhol, Georgia O'Keefe, and Edward Hopper. With its massive art collection and spacious building, the Whitney is a must-visit for enthusiasts and those seeking to understand American art history.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Also known as The Met, its the largest art museum in the United States. With over two million works of art from different cultures and periods, The Met offers a comprehensive look at human history.
The art collection includes Indigenous, Islamic, and European art and exhibits on arms and armor, photographs, musical instruments, and costumes.
Visiting The Met can be overwhelming, but you can focus on one area that interests you or wander through with a child-like wonder and see what catches your eye!
The Brooklyn Museum
This is another must-visit museum in New York City. The Brooklyn Museum has a broad range of collections spanning ancient Egyptian artifacts to contemporary art.
The museum's expansive collection of African art is particularly noteworthy.