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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
New York City, New York, United States of America (USA)
- https://www.intrepidmuseum.org
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Last updated: 28 April, 2024
For anyone interested in military history, space exploration and technological advancement, this museum housed on the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid is a must-visit.
The museum showcases an impressive collection of historic aircraft, spacecraft, and naval vessels, displayed on the main deck. You can also explore the aircraft carrier itself, including the flight deck, captain’s quarters and engine room for a fascinating insight into life onboard.
Notable highlights include a supersonic Concorde, a Blackbird spy plane, a Growler submarine (moored alongside) and the Space Shuttle Pavilion, which houses the space shuttle Enterprise.
Logistics
Price from: £28
Minimum age: Any
Age suitable: 4+
When: All year around
When to do it
The museum is open all year round, seven days a week.
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