There are not as many museums anywhere that take one subject and do it so well as this one. It’s well worth the full cost. I just love coming here and looking at everything and the gardens are amazing. It’s also a great people watch place. Take your time and enjoy all the pieces they have to show. There was plenty of parking when I went and after your done you have the whole park to explore.

Very nice beautiful quiet place! Gardens and exhibitions are excellent! Social distance is maintained and crews are friendly. We bought tickets online and went there on Friday morning, not need to wait inline. Highly recommend if you like the MET!

Such a great place to visit. I was so impressed by the beautiful sculptures, frescoes and artwork. I cant wait to go back!

I went to the met cloisters today. The gardens are gorgeous!! But don’t recommend buying the $25 ticket. We were asked to wait in line along with people without tickets...so it didn’t seem like it mattered that we paid ahead of time to reserve. The ticket does not promise getting in early. Just go in the morning time and you won’t have any problem getting in :) also, don’t need to print out the tickets if you have a phone to scan the barcode.

Lovely museum. The wife and I spent about 2.5 hours here taking our time to see each piece. If you plan on going get your reservations online and arrive early. There are plenty of good restaurants in the area too

Ive been to this particular museum since I was a child. Very beautiful artwork and stunning scenery around the area! I would definitely recommend this place. The only downside is that there is hardly anything new in that place. It is still worth a visit!

If I had traveled specially from the city this facility and the museum would probably have disappointed me.it is a building erected in the 1920s that looks like a medieval complex. The exhibits are from the met museum. But didnt really touch me, I found it boring.Still, its kind of a strange place and thats why its worth seeing.

I visited the Cloisters today with a friend. I have difficulty walking and use a cane. Mr. Harold Jones, supervisor of security was wonderful. He allowed us to access the elevator and made parking easier for me. The visit was delightful as usual thanks to your helpful staff

Feels like youre soooo far away from the city...just beautiful

This is a gem in NYC. I grew up in the city and didn’t even know it exists. The cloister takes you to a different time and place... it is really breathtaking. Since this place is tucked away on the hill. It is easy to overlook. I’ll definitely recommend checking this place out if you’ve got the time.

Beautiful museum! My little ones did get bored after a few minutes but we enjoyed walking through the indoor/outdoor spaces. Went during the winter so Im sure its even prettier in the warmer months. Wasnt crowded at all and was easy to drive to from Staten Island. Spent some time hiking right outside the museum as well, great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

I love it so much. Always feel there is a philosophical atmosphere.

I loved coming to this museum and I paid the full price the first time I went. Subsequent trips I have made were with out of town guests who I have brought in see the collection. I do not pay the full admission price now that I am not working and can’t afford to. I really like that people can pay what they can afford.

It was beautiful! I recommend wearing comfortable shoes because you’re going to be doing a lot of walking. Also, they do not allow flash photography so make sure that you turn off flash when taking pictures.

One of the most museums in New York. It took me 3 years to finally visit it and it’s now on top of my MUST-SEE in NYC list. Beautifully preserved, incredible architecture, gorgeous gardens and precious art. The view over the Hudson River is breath taking.You can pay as much as you want.

This museum is really unique! The preservation work and how they transported the artifacts and actual structures of the building are amazing. They built actual ancient structures into the building so seamlessly, I dont know how they did it! Beautiful architecture and unique tapestries. The outdoor areas are beautiful. Highly recommend!

A beautiful gothic monastery that transports you into a different time and place. The chapel with stained glass windows is really atmospheric. This could be a great movie set!

It is completely worthy to spend 1/2 hour by bus to get there. The collection is beautiful and you can enjoy the atmosphere of relax

Its a collection of old european monasteries that have been put together as a religious museum and a nice day retreat. Surrounded by nature. There are a few nice paths to hike and there is a restaurant on premise. Nyers get to enter based on donation and that donation is 1$ min as oppose to the more costly put of towner admission charge

Very interesting place for New York City. Nice architecture. Getting here is a bit of a hike from the train. Best to be on your guard to . The area can be a bit questionable at times. Best to know your surroundings. Great artifacts inside and the special exhibits are fantastic. Good option is very small. There is a cafe but food is just ok with very little options. But I still recommend this place. Go when the weather is nice.

Beautiful place with fascinating artifacts atranged well within amazing indoor and outdoor spaces (even a garden with unusual selections of herbs). Be warned though to not come hungry, since its quite out of the way, rather disappointed that there wasnt any easy access cafes nor snack counters in the main building areas. Quite a steep walk down many steps before we reached reception areas and cafe is supposedly in another building.

The view is beautiful. Nice quiet plac e to relax.

Went on a none day out. Definitely would recommend for anyone to visit. Got off from the dyckman stop and just a bit of a walk over thru a park and up the stairs.Its pay as you wish with a new york state of that they do ask for from at least one person in your group. Overall beautiful experience, there are about three gardens and beautiful rooms filled with artwork. The gardens at the time that I went, werent blooming since it is just now getting sunnier in March. Im sure during spring or summer time it would be even more lovely.

Gorgeousss grounds inside and out. quality and condition of the collection is absolutely breathtaking. unique, fascinating, detailed, spiritual & violent yet playful, grand but cute. very human. not my favorite artistic era but this collection is one to adore. anyone that loves art will LOVE cloisters.

One of my favorite museums in the city; its always well worth the subway ride. The walk up to the museum has wonderful views of the Hudson that make the steep climb easier. Inside had plenty of spots to sit and rest while approaching the art and architecture everywhere you look. The gardens and courtyards are some of the best outdoor spaces in Manhattan.

Lovely and many things to see. The horse picture you must see. And you can enter the downtown metropolitan by the ticket.

On a very hot and steamy Saturday afternoon I decided to take a step back in time, and escape the heat, so naturally I went to the Cloisters. Thick stone walls protected me from the heat while sheltering the precious artifacts inside. The architecture alone should encourage a visit. The fabulous views of the Hudson should demand a visit. However the reminder of a much different era is brought home to those who dare visit the most Northern part of Manattan. The museum is small and can be easily toured in a couple of hours. The park around the Cloisters can take much longer.

Its great here. Just make sure you follow the arrows and reserve your time in advance. Also if youre coming from the subway, its a bit of a hike...

The sunnier, the better so you can fully enjoy the outdoor garden and cafe. The museum itself is beautiful but given its size the space fills up quickly with quite a few tour groups going around. I’d recommend spending time in the flower garden and bringing a book. Often times there will be music or the odd vocalist which makes the experience far richer.

Amazing space that transports you to the early Christian past of europe. Loved the rooms and period plants in the beautiful patios.

Great collection of medieval art. This is not everybodys cup of tea, but the wonderfully detailed carvings, sculptures, tapestries, stained glass and Decorative Arts are really amazing. Take a moment to see how amazingly detailed they are. Works of great artistic skill, effort and patience. There are also some lovely little gardens, and great views of the Hudson River. More terrific views and forest trails are at hand in Fort Tryon Park, where the museum is located. The medieval architecture is pretty cool too. Much of it brought over from monestaries in Europe.

Architecture and masonry alone lands this latitude its five star.

An excellent way to spend your late morning and early afternoon, a magnificant combination of art, arhitecture and botany at one place, a secret gem of NYC!If you come with a public transpot, you can use A train from Times Square 42nd Street, by following Uptown direction (Inwood, 207 Street). It takes about 30min. to reach Dyckman Street. From this station you have like 15 more minutes through the Fort Tryon Park and you are there.The Met Cloisters Museum is the part of thefamous MET Museum, and its open every day except on Tuesday and Wednesday.The ticket is $25 per diem for adults, but if you are the NYC resident you can come in with your ID and a symbolic donation ($5-10).There is no time limit for any visit, but there are some changes due to pandemuc: masks are mandatory, you need to follow red arrows on the ground and there is no moving backward during the visit. It means that each visitor has to go in one direction.The Souvenir Store is open and its very well supplied.

They have a new exhibit - Medieval Jewish History which was very interesting (also small) - I thin its on exhibit until January. Its in the lower level leading to the garden.If you are a Ny resident, you can pay whatever you want which is so nice because we were only there for about 45 minutes. There are tours which are good if its your first time so you can get a sense of the exhibits. Theres always a lot of information to read so it can get overwhelming- so with children, short visits are great. Also, if you are going with children, they have a scavenger hunt throughout the museum which makes it so much more fun.

One of NYCs crown jewels. Stunning collection, stunning location and grounds. Highly recommended.

One of my favorite places in the city. Take your family, your significant other or any friend. Romantic, quiet, small. It’s just perfect, the old pieces of Art! I’m obsessed with the unicorn in captivity my favorite of them all. They also have a cute garden where you can seat and eat.

Recently reopened with tickets for tours by appointment. An NYC treasure. Amazing medieval art and architecture. What are you waiting for?

A stunningly beautiful and haunting addition to the Met family of museums. You can walk through actual medieval architecture from Europe. These are not recreations. The artifacts are also mesmerizing. Of particular interest are the unicorn tapestries. Go. Go. Go.

It was a great pleasure to come and spend a hour in this NY Gem. Living in New York, we at times dont discover treasure in our back yard. I believe we (I) have taken for granted NY museums amd other places. I hope to come back once things go back to normal. Some of the gardens are a great place to take fotos even some for a wedding portrait. I recommended 100%

One of my favorite places to go in New York City. This is an absolute jewel of a destination. Walking through the flower gardens, exploring different rooms of the museum, and just admiring the audacity of an entire monastery being brought from Europe and rebuilt stateside. Highly recommended.

This in one of the hidden gems in uptown New York. It has wonderful art treasures from all around the world. Is part of the MET. The entrance fee is donations if you have a NY state ID. It take about one hour to see everything in the museum.

I went to The Cloisters to see the other part of the Heavenly Bodies exhibit. It takes some effort to get there especially if traveling on the weekends on the subway because theres bound to be some service disruption. However, the effort is worth it.The Cloisters is a beautiful place and the perfect setting for this particular exhibition. It overlooks the Hudson and the grounds are as interesting as the works inside.

If you havent been up to the Cloisters, GO. It is well worth the trip. I went to see the other half of the Heavenly Bodies exhibit, and it was astounding. The history and architecture of the building is so rich and worth the trip. Its also a fantastic opportunity to see artwork you wouldnt see anywhere else. I know its far but JUST GO OKAY ITS SO WORTH IT

One of most unique museums in NYC. The building is sort of a Frankensteins monster of a cloister, patched together from different European medieval structures (and even though the result could look awful and gaudy, it totally works here, its all very somber and of good taste), sitting on the top of a hill, overlooking the Hudson river. Fill it with all sort of wonderful (mostly religious) artifacts from the Mets collection, and youve got one of the best museum trips in the city.I visited the place in winter, but my guide told me the best time to come is during spring and summer, since theres a wide variety of trees, flowers and other greenery in the cloisters during those seasons.

Very interesting museum collection and a lovely park around.

Great collection of medieval art. Nice cloisters with different flowers and plants.

Beautiful castle on a hill with a great history. Cool art as a part of the Met! Come here for a nice read on a sunny day. Park around the area is also wonderful. Need to explore this area more.

It begins with the hike up to the Cloisters here. Definitely enjoy the walk up as you overlook the Hudson River. The entrance is donation based and once inside, theres plenty to see. I loved the gardens more than the art. And as we sat and enjoyed a sip of coffee on a sunny afternoon, we hung out with the birds and wondered about the construction, and the river, and the old trees that can be seen all around.

Not to be missed! Great museum featuring medieval arts. The MET Cloisters is quiet and feels like many European castles. The countryside is beautiful. It was an absolute museum. I will be returning again.

What a beautiful place! I am not into religious art, but if you are, this is the place to come. What I loved was the architecture. Some of my favorite pictures were taken here. It is so peaceful and yet so awe-inspiring. I had been to the Met several times but this was my first excursion to Cloisters. Even tho it was quite the subway ride and then a walk up a very steep hill, it was worth it.

Expensive with lots of stairs but worth the trip at least once to see the unicorn tapestries. Gloomy inside but it gives you a sense of what medieval architecture was really like. Some nice stained glass. A lot of religious art. Some very cool wood carvings. A well done but, thin, exhibit of Jewish objects from the middle ages that were hidden in a wall in a town in Germany. I think the met did a pretty good job of padding the exhibit with other objects that werent part of the hidden treasure trove. Those other objects and the curators notes put the treasure trove objects into context. Beware that the cafe is closed in the winter. The price of admission gives you access to three days worth of three affiliated museums. but its definitely a pricey ticket if all you want to do is go and visit the cloisters. The gift shop has a good variety of objects including some in the $10 range.

This park is just beautiful. I always enjoy coming out here to admire the views and the fun trails. I being my kids here often also.

It’s a tranquil and beautifully atmospheric museum to immerse yourself in medieval art and culture. The park surrounding is also worth a visit!

Make the trip out. You won’t regret it. Spiritual, healing, peaceful, serene. We went on a snowy day in early March and it was just what the doctor ordered for our souls.

The Cloisters are so breathtaking. My boyfriend took me on a beautiful surprise date here and as a non new yorker i was so shocked to see such a beautiful natural landscape. exploring the grounds was such an amazing experience i can’t wait to go back and check out the future exhibits and picnic out on the grounds.

I had been told only good things about this place by people whove been there before. I just had a chance to explore the Cloisters myself and now see the reason why. The museum, the park surrounding it and the river to the west are not simply beautiful but utterly serene and nostalgic. What a cherishable gift for New Yorkers left by those who came earlier.

This was my first time at The Met Cloisters and I will say just for the architecture alone the trip was worth it. The exhibit was amazing. There was so much to see and I learned a lot while I was there. The staff is super friendly and helpful and very knowledgeable of the exhibits and history of the building. I was very impressed and and would reccomend a visit to anyone. Cannot wait to see what they are doing next. I will be making a trip back to the city to see the next exhibit.

The Renaissance Festival is a must come the Fall. The Cloisters brings you back to another century. There is no better way to spend a day in peaceful contemplation then walking around Fort Tryon Park and taking in all the beauty overlooking the mighty Hudson River

This is a place you wanna come with everyone!By far my favourite view spot.Not only on the inside with the beautiful architecture but the outside doesnt even looks like NYC but a dreamy forest.Every garden and balcony its a joy by itself!And after the visit you can enjoy a medieval festival with dresses and armors and beers with meats!Something different but magical!Entrance: 25$ AdultsStudents: Pay what you want.

Fascinating journey to Europe 500 years ago.

A real gem of Manhattan, the cloisters is a secluded park atop a hill. There arent that many people who come here and its not so hard to get to from Manhattan. I highly recommend this place for a summer weekend stroll. Especially if you prefer to stay away from the Central Park masses.

The Cloisters is very beautiful, and their outdoor cafe provides excellent service.

If you like history and museums,you must visit this place. I love it !!!!

Small, yet a museum full of history and interesting information. I highly recommend doing the tour about history of the museum. The person who was doing it was funny and made it interesting. Really loved the place, you should check it out. Plus!!! It is free for New York residents!!

Its an honor to get the opportunity to work here! The Met team are endlessly professional and honed on ensuring every aspect is a success.

So beautiful. GO. Tip: you can take the M4 bus alighting from the station to get to the museum. If you walk, there aren’t many signs so be mindful of the right direction. Wear shoes you can use for stairs/uneven paths. Bring water so you don’t have to buy from the museum cafe.

Part of the MET triumvirate (5th Avenue, Cloisters, Breuer) Wikipedia says the Cloisters displays or features European medieval architecture, sculpture and decorative arts, with a focus on the Romanesque and Gothic periods. A lot of religious paraphernalia, icons and artwork indicative of the huge role of the church in medieval peoples lives. Doorways, chapels and halls rebuilt to fit into the structure itself. Sarcophagi of knights and priests or monks. My favorite is the Unicorn Tapestry Room. Prepare to get lost in the ear.Entrance is $25 for non residents. But is good for entry into the 2 other Met museums within 3 days of purchase. Easy enough to get here using the subway. From downtown Manhattan, take the Uptown A train and get off at 190th street and take the bus to the Cloisters stop. Or get off at the Dyckman Street Subway stop and walk through the park uphill to the museum. The views alone are worth the extra effort. There is a cafe serving sandwiches and wraps and is expensive ($14 for a buffalo chicken wrap)

Love this place. It’s like a hidden place in Manhattan. Recommend checking open hours before your visit. Nice arts, amazing garden on the center

The amount of art is small, compared to a huge art museum like the Met, but to me, the main attraction is the building itself. Go during a special exhibit if you want to see more art, but go other times if you want less people... its not overrun like other huge museums, so it can be a very peaceful place to just hang out and explore :-)

This was a surprise on how interesting this place could be. Really enjoyed the visit.

The Heavenly Bodies exhibit at the Cloisters was incredible. Stunning location w/ a beautifully curated show. I love the architecture and outdoor garden spaces. It’s a great day trip to enjoy art & history in NYC, and yet feel like you’re walking the passageways of a French abbey.

I’m glad we made the effort to get to this place and I appreciate the Met ticket allows entrance to all 3 Mets including this little gem. Totally in love with all the gardens especially the medieval herbal garden. If you are a student of or just an avid herbal medicine fan this is one garden you won’t want to miss

Beautiful Oasis in the north of Manhattan. Great art pieces combined with an old Cloister, originally rebuilt with gardens and views. It seems as it has always been there.

Such an atmospheric place with an enormous collection of medieval art. A beautiful little yard inside. Absolutely worth visiting! Especially for art lovers

Can experience the abbey of the middle age. Able to feel holiness..The Holy place... where your mind purifyThe heart of prayer..looking up the heaven .

Its definitely worth a visit kind of out of the way but full of magnificent and beautiful artifacts! I definitely suggest to walk around the park and its surroundings! A lovely walk in the park during the fall time of the year!

My favorite museum. The scoulptures are stunning and the whole building is like work of art. The Cloisters is located in a beautiful park that can be a part of attraction. Today it was my third time visiting and I always discover something new :)

Definitely worth the trip uptown. Its a beautiful Enclave in Upper Manhattan that will make you feel far away from the city. You can take the M4 or the A Train. its quite a hike from the A but if you are into that youll enjoy the walk.The Heavenly Bodies exhibit its on until November. its magnificent.

Absolutely amazing. One of the most impressive places in a City of the most impressive places in the world

This museum is quite large and has wonderful displays. I definitely recommend getting a guide to explain things to you in detail because not only do they describe the displays and its history to you but they also often mention an artwork or statue that you wouldnt have noticed. They also often explain the history of the building itself which is quite interesting and fascinating. The displays are all in great condition and definitely instagram worthy. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends and family.

Very unique museum with stunning architecture set a bit outside of the bustle of typical Manhattan

A beautiful, peaceful place! Love the Gregorian chants! A great place to meditate & pray!

Very beautiful and historic artwork giving very pretty looks into history of Christianity very nice scenery and serenity outside of the building is an amazing place to take picture even saw people take wedding pictures! Overall very nice except for the fact that the museum is very small for the price you pay and the entrance way to the museum is very weird and rigid.

It’s the place which can make me feel peaceful in New York. I would like to visit here every month if I live in New York.

A wonderful respite from the bustle of NYC. If you love Medieval art and architecture this is definitely the place to visit!

Always a medieval wonder. Quiet and cool, tucked away in the woods, it is refreshing and entertaining at the same time.

This museum is beautiful. It is like stepping into another time period. The artifacts are amazing. The Unicorn Tapestries are not to be missed. Dating from the 1300s they are vibrant and detailed. The structures themselves tell a story of life in a monastery long ago. The services of the docents and others on staff are superior. They are extremely accommodating to persons in wheelchairs or needing other types of assistance.The atmosphere is hushed and lends itself to stepping away from the hustle and bustle of modern life for a spell. The grounds are gorgeous even in winter.This is unlike any other museum you will visit.

So beautiful and serene! I recommend visiting in the spring or fall.

Heavenly bodies is on exhibit until later this year. Pass by its gorgeous! Suggested donations and the M4 leaves you right in front of the entrance

Absolutely beautiful museum - the art in it was originally designed to be in an environment like this. A true historical experience with an amazing view- especially on a nice day, it’s gorgeous in the cloisters and gardens.

One of the hidden gems of NYC, I would highly recommend especially in the warmer months so that you can really take in the garden experience. I would also recommend coming here for events that they host, like wine tasting. Also, don’t be afraid to do a suggested donation, it’s definitely an affordable thing to do in this expensive city.

The structure and grounds were amazing. I wish we had taken the tour. The guide we heard briefly seemed very informative and interesting.

Visiting the Met Cloisters was a highlight of a recent trip to NYC. Much less overwhelming than the Met in a beautiful setting with gardens & stone. The walk up from the subway offers a nice view of the Hudson & New Jersey.

Great design, perfect number of exhibits for an afternoon visit. I understand that it was Dec 24, but the three people from the staff that we interacted with had the energy level of a zombie.

This is a very big beautiful park/Museum. Many amazing birds to see. There was also a mole rat I think thats what its called, living right near by. The garden is no too far many beautiful flowers. Serene and quiet. The view is also beautiful. The fact that they have these metal armored men and civilians life sized is so neat.

Beautiful faux monastery at the top of both Manhattan and a gigantic hill.The exhibits feature a grand selection of middle age Christian art, fantastic gardens, pillars, stained glass, relequaries and other icons.The addition of fashion further enhances the experience.Climate controlled.

Amazing museum! Well worth the trip out here. It is beautiful to walk around, and it has nice views and gardens which makes for such a pleasant experience. Try to make it for the Costume Institute exhibit as it goes so well with the rest of the museum. You couldn’t pick a better place to display it if you tried!

Owsm place to visit historic old Mountain Views place to park walk and totally mind refreshing place

I love this small museum. Very little crowds and the surrounding park is beautiful.

Take yourself back in time at this place! Interesting pieces from the Byzantine and Renaissance time periods. It’s worth the trip!