Museum · New York
Intrepid Museum: free entry days, tickets & hours
Aircraft carrier USS Intrepid on the Hudson at Pier 86, with the Space Shuttle Enterprise, submarine Growler and historic aircraft.
Independent guide, not the official Intrepid website. Official links are under Sources.
Intrepid is free for some visitors, not for everyone.
- Free for: Children 4 and under are free; U.S. military and veterans; Bank of America Museums on Us: free on the first full weekend of every month (cardholder only); Museums for All: up to four people free with an EBT card.
- Otherwise: adult general admission (13-64) — $38.
Calendar
Free days at Intrepid
For Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us)
- SAT7NOVSaturday, 7 November 2026 · in 2 weeks
- SUN8NOVSunday, 8 November 2026 · in 2 weeks
- SAT5DECSaturday, 5 December 2026 · in 6 weeks
- SUN6DECSunday, 6 December 2026 · in 6 weeks
- SAT2JANSaturday, 2 January 2027 · in 2 months
- SUN3JANSunday, 3 January 2027 · in 2 months
Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Free and reduced tickets can only be picked up at the Box Office; they cannot be reserved online.
- NYC residents pay half price with ID showing a five-borough address.
- Some indoor exhibits (Exploreum, simulators) close early on certain days; check the visitor page.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free forChildren 4 and under are free | children under 5 | — | No |
| Free forFree for U.S. military and veterans | military members and families | Spouses of active-duty members get 20% off, not free entry. | No |
| Free dayBank of America Museums on Us: free on the first full weekend of every month (cardholder only) | Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us) | Cardholder only; get the ticket at the Box Office with card and photo ID. | No |
| Free forMuseums for All: up to four people free with an EBT card | EBT cardholders (Museums for All) | Box Office only; no online reservation. | No |
Official prices
Intrepid ticket prices
| Adult general admission (13-64) — Seniors 65+ and college students $36, children 5-12 $28; NYC residents 50% off with proof of address. | $38 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (adult general admission (13-64)). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: Intrepid
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 10:00–17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–17:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–17:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–17:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–17:00 |
Fall/winter (1 Oct-31 Mar): daily 10am-5pm. Spring/summer (1 Apr-30 Sep): weekdays 10am-5pm, weekends and holidays 10am-6pm. Last entry one hour before closing. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Pier 86, W 46th St & 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
FAQ
Intrepid: common questions
Is Intrepid free?
Intrepid has no free entry for everyone. Also free: Children 4 and under are free; U.S. military and veterans; Bank of America Museums on Us: free on the first full weekend of every month (cardholder only); Museums for All: up to four people free with an EBT card. Otherwise the official ticket costs $38.
When are the free days at Intrepid for Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us)?
Upcoming free dates for Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us): Sat 7 Nov, Sun 8 Nov, Sat 5 Dec and Sun 6 Dec. Bring proof of eligibility; booking rules are listed above.
Who gets free entry to Intrepid?
Children under 5. Military members and families — spouses of active-duty members get 20% off, not free entry.. EBT cardholders (Museums for All) — box Office only; no online reservation..
How much is a ticket to Intrepid?
Adult general admission (13-64) costs $38 on the official site.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- intrepidmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/visitor-information/tickets · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
- intrepidmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/visitor-information
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