Gear up for an unforgettable adventure at one of New York City’s most iconic museums! Step into history as you explore legendary vessels like the Intrepid aircraft carrier and uncover inspiring stories of bravery and innovation. From climbing aboard a historic submarine to marveling at a real-life spy plane, every corner offers something exciting. With hands-on exhibits and immersive experiences, it's a must-visit destination for families, history buffs, and curious minds alike.

Gear Up for Exploration

• Admission for Adults (ages 13-64), Children (ages 5-12), or Seniors (ages 65+)

Museum Hours: Mon-Fri: 10 AM - 5 PM; Sat, Sun and Holidays: 10 AM - 6 PM

What You'll Experience: Exhibits

Aircraft Carrier Intrepid

Launched in 1943, Intrepid survived five kamikaze attacks and one torpedo strike during WWII. The ship later served in the Cold War, the Vietnam War and as a NASA recovery vessel. Today, you can explore its decks like never before.

Submarine Growler

Get a firsthand look at life aboard the Growler, the only American-guided nuclear missile submarine open to the public. Inspect the once “top secret” missile command center and explore the various components used during operations.

Space Shuttle Pavilion

The Space Shuttle Pavilion is home to Enterprise, the prototype NASA orbiter that paved the way for America’s space shuttle program. The Pavilion also features a Soyuz capsule, rotating artifacts and space-themed virtual and augmented reality experiences.

New Permanent Exhibition

Introducing 10,000 square feet of never-before-seen artifacts, former crew member oral histories, hands-on experiences, videos, photos and more. The centerpiece showcases a fully intact, fully restored, World War II FG-1D Corsair fighter-bomber, one of the few remaining of its kind.

British Airways Concorde

The fastest Atlantic Ocean crossing by any commercial aircraft took only 2 hours, 52 minutes and 59 seconds. Get a closer look at this record-breaking, supersonic plane—the British Airways Concorde Alpha Delta G-BOAD—on Intrepid Museum’s Pier 86.

Temporary Exhibits

Final Flight: The Story of a WWII Corsair

On March 18, 1945, a young, newly married naval aviator flew from the USS Intrepid on his first combat mission; it would be his last. He and his F4U-1D Corsair were shot down near the city of Saiki on Japan’s southern main island of Kyushu. Fifty years later, a Japanese fisherman found what is thought to be the remnants of his Corsair.

A View from the Deep: The Submarine Growler and the Cold War

Explore the history of the USS Growler—one of America’s first nuclear-missile submarines—in the context of the Cold War.

On the Line: Intrepid and the Vietnam War

Explore the events and impact of the Vietnam War through the lens of Intrepid’s history. Immerse yourself in the spaces where the crew lived and worked—and hear firsthand about their service and experiences.

History. Innovation. Thrill.

A visit to the Intrepid Museum is far more than just viewing aircraft and submarines; it's a full immersion into the worlds of aviation, naval history, and space exploration, all set aboard a legendary World War II aircraft carrier. The authentic setting brings history to life in a way few museums can. For enthusiasts of aerospace, military innovation, or engineering, it’s a one-of-a-kind experience. Interactive exhibits and cutting-edge VR features offer a modern twist, letting tech-savvy visitors engage with historic moments like never before. Families will appreciate the engaging STEM-based educational programs, which turn hands-on learning into unforgettable fun for all ages.

• The Vessel: Step aboard the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, a true survivor that endured kamikaze attacks and a torpedo strike during World War II.

• Explore at Your Own Pace: With four expansive decks to discover, plan to spend two to three hours exploring, unless, of course, you arrive in an F-14 Tomcat.

• Showstopper: Don’t miss the Space Shuttle Pavilion, where the massive Enterprise hovers overhead, surrounded by fascinating space-themed exhibits.

• Submarine Experience: Venture into the Growler, the only American guided missile submarine open to the public. Tour its dining area, attack center, and even the torpedo room, where some of the crew once slept.

• Must-See Marvel: Stand in awe of the Lockheed A-12 Blackbird, the world’s fastest spy plane, capable of flying at over 2,200 mph and snapping photos from 80,000 feet above Earth.

• Interactive Fun: In Exploreum Hall, kids (and kids at heart) can climb into a real helicopter, sit in a plane’s cockpit, and get hands-on with the excitement of flight.

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