Madame Tussauds New York

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At Madame Tussauds New York you can meet the world’s most famous faces, from classic Hollywood stars to today’s best-known actors, singers, politicians and more! Interactive exhibits let you get up close and personal with celebrities, plus you can meet Kong on Kong Island, or join in a creepy zombie-themed 7D adventure. Book in advance to get the best prices and skip the lines on the day!

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4 tips for visiting the Madame Tussauds New York

Madame Tussauds New York Entrance | Photo: iamNigelMorris CC-BY 2.0

Tickets to Madame Tussauds New York are included in the New York Pass, the New York City Explorer Pass, and New York Sightseeing Pass - each pass gives you access to several of New York’s biggest attractions. Pick the one that works best for you to save money and skip the lines!

Aretha Franklin | Photo: InSapphoWeTrust CC-BY-SA 2.0

You can also get discounts by combining your ticket with a Big Bus tour - choose from the Hop-On Hop-Off tour or the Big Bus Night Tour, or why not try a combo-ticket with Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, which is just around the corner?

The attraction is very close to Times Square and can attract a lot of visitors, especially over the holiday period. Consider going on weekdays or first thing in the morning to miss most of the crowds!

Start at the top and work your way down through the building - with over 7 floors of waxworks to find, so make sure you don’t miss anything!

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Madame Tussaud?

Marie Tussaud (originally Marie Grosholtz) was born in Strasbourg, France, in 1761. After her father’s death, she and her mother moved in with a doctor named Philippe Curtius, who founded a waxwork modeling company in Paris and trained Marie in the art of making waxworks. From 1780 until the beginning of the French Revolution Marie made wax portraits of celebrities including Benjamin Franklin and Voltaire, but as someone who’d worked for the royal family, she was arrested during the Reign of Terror and was only saved from execution when she agreed to make death masks of those who had been guillotined. She went to London in 1802 to show some of her pieces but ended up stuck in England because the Napoleonic Wars had broken out and the journey back to France became impossible. Instead, she and her son toured Britain, eventually settling in London and founding the original Madame Tussauds waxwork museum. After her death in 1850, her son carried on her work and the museum stayed under the management of her children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren until the 1930s. Madame Tussauds New York opened in the year 2000 and was the 2nd location in the US. Today there are 23 locations worldwide, each with their own local collections of waxworks. Read more.

What’s there to see at Madame Tussauds New York?

On your visit to Madame Tussauds New York, you’ll be introduced to over 100 figures over the 7 floors of the attraction. Themed rooms include A-List Party, the Sports Zone, the British Royal Family, World Leaders, Music, Television, Film, and Culture, plus a brand-new exhibit dedicated to Broadway musicals was opened in 2019! Plus there’s a Fashion area and experience (where you’ll get to walk the catwalk for Anna Wintour), Kong Island (where you’ll meet an 5.5 m (18 ft) tall animatronic version of Kong, and a section dedicated to Marvel movies (featuring a new model of Captain Marvel!). There’s also a Marvel 4D experience and a very special 7D experience. Read more.

What are the 4D and 7D experiences?

The Marvel 4D experience is an optional area of the attraction and features a 3D film with additional special effects including wind, water, and smells! The Mission: Undead 7D experience is an interactive adventure where you’ll be tasked with defeating zombies with laser guns. Both experiences are included in the Gold and Platinum ticket packages, and the Marvel 4D experience is also included in the Silver ticket package. Read more.

Can I take photographs?

Absolutely! Some of the exhibits are specifically designed for photography and cameras, camera phones, and selfie sticks are all welcome. If you want to take photographs or film for commercial reasons, you can contact the Madame Tussauds New York staff for more information. Museum staff are also on-hand to take photographs, though official photographs carry an extra charge. Read more.

How long should I plan for my visit?

It generally takes about 1 to 2 hours to see everything at Madame Tussauds New York, though you can stay as long as you like once you’re inside. If you’re intending to take part in the extra add-on experiences then you’ll need to take that into account as well. Read more.

Are all the exhibits suitable for children?

The vast majority of exhibits are suitable for children, and they might especially enjoy the areas dedicated to Marvel superheroes. Be aware that Mission: Undead might not be suitable for younger children since it features realistic zombies. You can bring strollers into all areas of the attraction. Read more.

General information

opening hours

The attraction is generally open from 10 am to 10 pm. On Fridays and Saturdays in summer, Madame Tussauds New York is often open until midnight. There may be days when the attraction closes early due to a special event, but these are rare.

tickets

The Admission + Marvel Universe 4D + Clown Chaos 7D + Digital Photo Pass package costs $44.99. The Admission + Marvel Universe 4D package is priced at $38.99. The All Inclusive Package, which includes the classic with a custom-cast Wax Hand and the Digital Photo Pass, is available at $59.99. Additional discounts are available for online booking.

address

Madame Tussauds New York
234 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036

how to get there

Madame Tussauds New York is located in Times Square, a short walk from many of the city’s best-loved attractions. You can reach it easily via subway lines 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, and S to 42nd Street/Times Square, lines A, C, and E to 42nd Street/Port Authority, or lines B, D, F, and M to 42nd Street/Bryant Park. You can also take local bus numbers M6, M7, M10, M16, M20, M27, and M104 to Times Square. Discounted parking is available at the ICON/Global Garage at 143 West 40th Street, remember to get your parking claim ticket stamped at the Madame Tussauds’ ticket desk to get the discounted rate.

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