About 81st St - Museum of Natural History
81st Street - Museum of Natural History is the dedicated subway station for the American Museum of Natural History - a sprawling 45-building complex with one of the world's greatest natural history collections, including the famous Dinosaur Hall, the Hayden Planetarium, the blue whale model and the Hall of Ocean Life. Central Park's western side is directly across Central Park West.
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Traveller Tips
- 1The American Museum of Natural History suggested admission - pay what you can
- 2The Hayden Planetarium Space Shows have fixed prices - book online
- 3The museum spans multiple buildings - pick up a map at the entrance
- 4The neighbourhood (Upper West Side) is excellent for breakfast cafés before the museum
- 5The Reservoir running path in Central Park (just east) is the best in Manhattan
Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible
✓Step-free access
✓Audio announcements
✓Visual displays
✓Accessible toilets
✓Tactile guides
Facilities
Toilets
Info Desk
Nearby Attractions
American Museum of Natural History
Hayden Planetarium
Central Park (West Side)
Strawberry Fields (John Lennon memorial)
Dakota Building
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Zone 1
Travel Zone
Est. 1932
Zone 1 Stations
Step-free access available