How to Visit The Cloisters in New York

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How to Visit The Cloisters in New York

Introduction

The Cloisters is a museum that is owned and operated by The Metropolitan Museum of Art. It is located in Manhattan's Fort Tyron Park and features an extensive medieval art collection. It is a smaller museum and will only take a few hours for you to visit.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Steps

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Step One

Take public transportation. The Cloisters is easily accessible by bus and subway. Mass transit is an easy alternative to trying to fight the traffic in order to get to the museum. Parking is also limited at the museum.
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Step Two

Make a donation. There are suggested prices for admission, but you can give any amount in order to gain entry to The Cloisters. Donations help pay for new collections and museum upkeep.
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Step Three

Go through the indoor and outdoor collection areas. A cloister is a covered walk that is typically found in religious institutions, like monasteries. There are several cloister areas in the museum.
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Step Four

Eat a snack at the caf??. There is a small caf?? on site that offers refreshments for guests to enjoy.
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Step Five

Learn more about medieval art by purchasing a book from the gift shop. The Cloisters gift shop has medieval art themed gifts and books that provide you with a better understanding of the art from that period.

Tips & Warnings

  • There are grounds around the museum that overlook the Hudson River. Once you finish your visit, take time to explore the area.
  • Throughout the year, the museum offers free lectures and programs for the visitors of The Cloisters. Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art's website to see a schedule.
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