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- Waterfall Infinite: An infinite and never-ending expanse of the motions and flow of the waterfall, recreated digitally.
- Beach Night Being: Witness the sea come to life at night, and view digital reinterpretations of marine life in this exhibit.
- Wave: Feel like you are in the middle of the ocean, with waves gushing and breaking all around you in this immersive installation.
- Star Milky Way: Visit the display that reimagines the Milky Way, created using paper art techniques.
- Sun: The sun, source of all life on this planet, emits a bright, fiery glow, which you can now see and feel in this exhibit.
- Moon: A fun installation that centers around the moon, created with several playful elements.
- Tornado: Feel the tornado’s whirlwind and immerse yourself in this natural phenomenon, designed to engulf you in its motion.
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Quick overview
- Ways to experience: Self-guided entry lets you wander all immersive rooms at your pace.
- Additional access: Some ticket options include a drink at ARTE Café’s media-art tables, others are entry only. Always check inclusions.
- Unique experiences: Expect floor-to-ceiling digital nature, interactive Tornado room, and Live Sketchbook where your drawings animate across the walls.
- When to book: Weekends, holidays, and peak summer slots sell out, many visitors book 3–7 days in advance.
- Good to know: Visits typically last 60–90 minutes, photography is allowed without flash, and the multi-sensory effects can feel intense for very young children.
Why you need to visit the Arte Museum in New York
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Get a chance to explore your senses through the exhibitions
From the moment you enter until you exit, Arte Museum New York envelopes you in its immersive environment, activating and engaging all your senses.
Enjoy immersive fragrances and soundscapes
Enter the museum, and you can smell bespoke fragrances that mimic nature's scents. Enjoy the soundscapes created by music director Young-gyu Jang for a multisensory adventure that lasts throughout your visit.
Connect with the universe, nature, and elements in “Eternal Nature”
Take a moment to appreciate the natural elements in the environment around you every day. Pause, reflect, and surround yourself in an experience that blends art, nature, and technology as you walk through the exhibits, and renew your connection with nature.
View the exhibition in collaboration with Musée d’Orsay in Paris
A three-year-long process of planning, curating, and executing a blend of the past and the future, Arte Museum New York’s collaboration with Musée d’Orsay has finally come to life. Enjoy reimagined works by legendary artists over multiple art movements in this exhibit.
A series of family-friendly, exploratory, and engaging exhibits
The exhibitions are designed to spark joy and curiosity in visitors of all ages. You don’t need to be an art enthusiast to enjoy the immersive experiences at Arte Museum.
Things to know before booking your Arte Museum New York tickets
Booking window
Tickets can sell out for weekends, holidays, and peak summer/winter days. Book at least a few days ahead for preferred time slots; last‑minute same‑day entry isn’t guaranteed.
What’s included
Standard Arte Museum New York tickets give self-guided access to all immersive rooms and installations. Expect roughly 60–90 minutes inside, depending on how long you pause in each space. Guided tours and café drinks aren’t included.
Entrances & flow
After a brief check and optional locker drop, you follow a one-way route through themed rooms at your own pace, with limited chances to backtrack when busy.
Policies & rules
The venue is wheelchair accessible, with elevators and step-free routes. Photography is allowed, but flash and tripods are generally restricted. Food and drinks aren’t permitted in exhibit areas. Large bags must go in lockers or the cloakroom when available.
Exhibitions at Arte Museum New York
The theme of the experiences at Arte Museum New York is “Eternal Nature”, and the exhibits are designed to mimic natural elements and landscapes in an immersive and sensory environment.
- Garden New York is Art: A NYC-special installation created to capture the beauty and life of the city.
- Garden Beach Aurora: Be surrounded by the aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, on the shores of a beach, with waves crashing at your feet, creating a magnificent contrast between the two.
- Forest: View blooms, moss, trees, and forest landscapes, designed in a mythical forest setting.
- Flower Roses and Little Wings: Watch the shrubbery come to life as time passes you by in this beautiful exhibit.
- Flower Hibiscus Seed: Watch the journey of a flower growing from a seed and its process of blossoming in this captivating exhibit.
- Flower Rose Odyssey: A symphony of roses and their story, told in a digital and immersive environment.
- Live Sketchbook Guardians: Draw your mythical and mystical creatures and watch them come to life in a forest in this interactive exhibit.
Highlights of your Arte Museum New York experience
Waterfall infinite all around you
Step into Waterfall Infinite and find digital water pouring down every wall, pooling at your feet in rippling light. From the middle of the room, you’re wrapped in shifting blues and misty whites, with rainbows flickering across the floor as the sound swells around you.
Plan your visit
- Opening hours: 10am (daily)
- Closing hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 7pm
- Friday to Sunday: 9pm
- Monday to Thursday: 7pm
- Final admission:
- Monday to Thursday: 5:30pm
- Friday to Sunday: 7:30pm
- Monday to Thursday: 5:30pm
Address: 61 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011, United States | Find on Maps
Closest landmark: Chelsea Market (0.3 miles)
- Free admission: Children aged 3 and under can visit Arte Museum New York for free.
- Wheelchair accessible: All areas of the museum are wheelchair accessible, with accessible entrances and restrooms.
- Restrooms: Available for use at the MD Shop, with accessible options.
- Service animals: You can bring your registered service animal with you for this experience, though no pets are allowed.
- Paid parking: Available in the underground parking section of the building.
- Recommendations: People with light sensitivity, pregnant visitors, and seniors should have a companion with them when they visit to ensure a safe experience. Those with any preexisting medical concerns, such as heart conditions or seizure disorders, should visit the exhibits with caution.
- Children under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience.
- Arte Museum has certain viewing guidelines that all visitors need to follow, and they are liable for any damages caused by the failure to do so.
- Weapons of any kind, smoking, and outside food and beverages are not allowed inside the museum.
- Avoid touching or leaning on the exhibits, and do not run around while you are in the museum’s premises.
- The fragrances in the museum are safe for humans.
Arte Cafe
An interactive cafe with signature desserts and drinks featuring elements that come to life on your visit.
- Timings: Open during museum hours
Budget:
- The Jane Hotel | Find on Maps
- The Local NY | Find on Maps
Mid-range:
- Carlton Arms Hotel | Find on Maps
- The Box House Hotel | Find on Maps
Luxury:
- Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea | Find on Maps
- Arlo Midtown | Find on Maps
- Use public transportation to get around. Parking can be expensive and hard to find in the area.
- Explore nearby attractions such as the Whitney Museum of Art, Chelsea Market, and Chelsea Piers for an entire day out in Chelsea.
- Go early in the week for fewer crowds and a more relaxed environment. It makes it easier to truly soak in the immersive art without bumping into groups.
- Be prepared for the sensory intensity. If you or your companions are sensitive to perfumes/scents or ambient sound, consider shorter visits or breaks because some rooms might feel overpowering.
- Check your kids’ comfort level to see how they respond to the lights, sounds, or scents before committing to all rooms.
- There’s a fair amount of walking through immersive rooms, possibly in dim light, with mirrored or reflective surfaces. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing to enhance your experience.
Tips & guidelines
- Wear flat, stable shoes rather than heels, since many rooms have reflective floors, projections underfoot, and gentle slopes where balance matters while you’re watching the visuals instead of your feet.
- For photos that blend nicely with the projections, choose solid, darker clothing and minimal reflective accessories; white or neon pieces can blow out in pictures and distract from the artwork.
- Sound and motion can feel intense in some rooms, especially Tornado, so pack simple earplugs or headphones and step toward walls if anyone feels dizzy.
- Queues sometimes form outside along the Hudson, so dress in layers: a light jacket in winter for river wind, breathable fabrics in summer for humidity while you wait.
- Low light and moving images challenge cameras, so clean your lens, switch on night or low‑light mode, and hold still a second longer than usual for sharper shots.
Frequently asked questions about Arte Museum New York tickets
Most visitors spend around 1.5–2 hours exploring the immersive rooms at their own pace. If you like to linger, take photos, or use interactive zones, plan closer to 2–3 hours, including any time in the ARTE Cafe.
Yes, Arte Museum New York tickets often sell out, especially weekends and holidays. Booking online in advance secures your ticket and saves you from walking up only to find limited availability.
Standard Arte Museum tickets include timed entry and access to all immersive digital installations and interactive rooms. The experience is self-guided; guided tours aren’t typically included.
Yes, children are welcome and many families enjoy the colorful, interactive rooms. However, the dark spaces, moving projections, and loud soundscapes can be intense for very young or sensory-sensitive kids. Consider bringing noise-reducing headphones and taking breaks if anyone feels overwhelmed.
Photography and video are generally allowed throughout the immersive art spaces, and many visitors come specifically for Instagram-worthy shots. Flash photography is prohibited, and tripods or bulky gear may be restricted, so keep equipment minimal and respect staff instructions and other guests’ views.
Yes, Arte Museum New York is ADA-compliant and wheelchair accessible. Elevators and ramps connect the exhibition areas, and accessible restrooms are available. If you need extra assistance or step‑free guidance, speak to staff at the entrance when you arrive.
Wear comfortable shoes, as you’ll be standing and walking for 1.5–3 hours. The museum is indoors and climate-controlled, so light layers work well. Avoid bringing large bags, since they must be checked or placed in lockers before entering the exhibit areas.
Standard Arte Museum New York admission usually covers only the immersive exhibitions, not drinks. The ARTE Cafe experience with a specialty tea or smoothie is an optional paid add‑on, unless your ticket specifically lists a beverage inclusion in the description.
Arte Museum New York is at 61 Chelsea Piers on Manhattan’s west side. Take the A/C/E, 1/2/3, 7 or L subway to 23rd Street or 34th Street stations, then walk about 10–15 minutes west. Taxis and rideshares can drop you directly outside.
Yes, complimentary lockers or bag storage are typically available near the entrance. Large bags must be checked before you enter the exhibit spaces, and food or drinks aren’t allowed inside the galleries, so store anything bulky or perishable beforehand.
Some rooms feature strong sound, motion, and large moving projections, which can feel intense. Visitors prone to motion sickness, migraines, or sensory overload should take breaks between rooms and stand near exits. Earplugs or headphones can help reduce noise for sensitive guests.
