Museum of Sex

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Museum of Sex

Museum · Midtown East

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233 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016

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The Museum of Sex in NYC offers an engaging blend of historical sex artifacts, playful interactive games, and a cheeky vibe perfect for couples and friends.  

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"You may not want to bring your mom to the Museum of Sex, but it can be a very good time with friends (Not in that way silly!). Great for reminding ourselves of social taboos and their uselessness. Makes for a fun date or a playful (mental) palette cleanser. From time to time there are novel and inspiring installations that are definitely worth the trip. The shop inside the museum is a bit naughty and very well designed. Lots of cool design finds can be had here." - Anti/Anti

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"It’s amazing that it took so long for New York to catch up to the rest of the world. Sex museums were popular in Europe in the 1960s, and a museum dedicated entirely to sex first premiered in America in (where else?) San Francisco in the 1970s. However the sex museum in San Francisco was short lived, leaving all of America without a sex museum for nearly three decades. Finally, in 2002, the Museum of Sex in New York City stepped up with a singular mission: fill that void. Founded by Daniel Gluck with the aim of turning a scholarly eye to a subject often considered vulgar or taboo, the museum features over 15,000 artifacts, including art, photographs, movies, clothing and inventions–all relating to sex, of course. The museum is only open to those over 18, and the gift shop was voted the “best place to buy a last-minute gift,” in 2008 by the New York press. When Gluck tried to get non-profit status for his museum, he was rejected by the NYC Board of Regents, who said his idea made a mockery of the concept of museums. Since Gluck refused to accept sponsorship from the porn industry, ticket prices are steep. Exhibits have included, “US Patent Office Sex Inventions,” and “Sex Lives of Animals,” among many others." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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"The Museum of Sex, Flatiron by Anti/Anti. You may not want to bring your mom to the Museum of Sex, but it can be a very good time with friends (Not in that way silly!). Great for reminding ourselves of social taboos and their uselessness. Makes for a fun date or a playful (mental) palette cleanser. From time to time there are novel and inspiring installations that are definitely worth the trip. The shop inside the museum is a bit naughty and very well designed. Lots of cool design finds can be had here."

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Bailey Cole

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This is such a fun place! My husband and I stopped by while visiting NYC and I think this is a must do for all couples when visiting the city! The museum part is interesting and entertaining to walk through but the real fun starts when you get to the carnival! The games are so unique and had us laughing so hard while also having fun while playing. I was not expecting to get a text message a few hours later with photos and videos that were saved from the games! Oh my goodness we just started laughing all over again when we saw the “pole star” and “porn-o-matic” video pop up on my phone. It’s nice to get souvenirs included in the admission price and I am saving our “wedding photo” and rings forever! Lol

Lavasia Taylor

Google
We loved it! Great experience and we had a lot of fun. From the gallery to competitive games to the slide to the bar. We enjoyed the entire museum. Plus, you win cute plushies during the “arcade” part. The staff is super nice and they didn’t mind taking a pic of us.

Maya Daniels

Google
I had an amazing time at the Museum of Sex in NYC, definitely a 10/10 experience. The exhibits were super interesting and fun, and I loved how interactive everything was. The vibe was cool, the staff was nice, and it was just a really unique and unforgettable place to visit. I’d for sure go back and recommend it to anyone visiting the city!

Rosemary Miguel

Google
Had a fun time with my husband here for our anniversary! The exhibits were interesting and games were hilarious! The staff were super friendly and accommodating. Drinks at the bar were delicious . Would definitely return seems perfect for a girls night out as well.

Alex Shor

Google
Interesting, to say the least. Definitely for adults, and definitely not something you can judge by the photos. Surprisingly, there is a substantial interactive portion to the museum, so it's stimulating not only to your eyes, if you catch my meaning. 😉

Sunny Park

Google
Such a fun spot to go with friends or even for a date. You will laugh a lot here but there’s actually a ton of real info and history about sexuality. It doesn’t feel awkward or like too explicit and it celebrates sex in all its creative/artistic forms. There are multiple floors with all kinds of exhibits like interactive stuff to little games where u can win things!! The “marriage” section was fun and you get a fake certificate and ring! The boob bouncy house is 10/10. There’s also a bar on the bottom floor!! Overall, felt sooo inclusive and welcoming and not awkward.

Foodlover

Google
The Museum of Sex was such a fun and memorable experience! Everyone there was so nice and helpful, which made the visit even better. We explored the exhibits, played some really fun games, watched the movie, and even enjoyed some drinks at the bar. The combination of interactive elements and fascinating displays made the whole experience exciting and engaging. It’s definitely a place worth visiting if you’re looking for something different and entertaining. I loved every part of it

Cindy Moreno

Google
Went out for a best friend date. We had so much fun. The staff was very nice. We learned some pretty interesting facts saw some cool memorabilia. But the best part was after the 5 min movie. The carnival themed interactive games and rides. These 2 moms had a great time oh and the we went to Oscar Wildes for food and drinks which is less than a 2 min walk.
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Morgan B.

Yelp
Went here on my own for research purposes last week, and I really enjoyed myself! As an entertainment attraction and shop, easily a five out of five. As a museum, however, I'd give it a lower rating. As a "museum," the exhibits were quite limited; I was generally disappointed by the quantity of items on display given the price of admission. The main exhibit felt a bit like a spattering of random artifacts. Additionally, I was disappointed by the lack of body diversity in the exhibits, notably the lack of fat bodies and bodies of color. When it comes to discussion non-white/Eurocentric cultures, specifically experiences of enslavement and mutilation, the placards explained the material realities of these individuals' experiences quite thoroughly and with thoughtful rhetoric. I do wish that there were more items and exhibits to acknowledge the narratives behind sex and sexuality across time periods and structures of power and oppression. Super Funland, however, was a blast. Even though I was by myself (and note that I would recommend going with friends and/or partner(s)), I really enjoyed the games, most of which were free on the first try (worth reloading though)! I was thrilled to walk away with a weirdly adorable stuffed penis for my wife, along with a really nice vibrator from a game on the bottom floor! I did grab a cocktail, and it was delicious and served by very friendly bartenders! I absolutely recommend the Museum of Sex, but definitely keep in mind that it's much more of an entertainment destination than anything else.
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Nikki T.

Yelp
this place was interesting and the super funland portion was indeed fun. they don't sell tickets at the door, you have to buy it online and then you use your phone to scan QR codes during your time in the museum! the first few exhibits are quite interesting, some rooms are small and gets crowded so it's kinda slow at first to get around to see everything! the second half of this museum is something called super funland and it's a circus/carnival-like portion with games and interactive activities. a lot of these games will have QR codes you can scan to enjoy a free play and you can win actual prizes. this was nice to be included in the ticket, but there's also a handful of games you have to pay additionally to play. there's a unique bounce house of boobs which was fun! there's also a bar at the end with such creative drinks! the manager here was lowkey kinda mean and so are the workers in the front, other than that a very fun date night!
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Cindy Z.

Yelp
This was one of the most fun and interactive museum experiences I've ever done. It's perfect to come with a partner or friends (they even do bachelorettes!). My friends and I came here on a whim, purchased tickets via QR and started our experience. It may seem a bit pricey at $40 after fees, but the interactive part made it worth it. First, you go through the informational museum portion and learning the history of sex toys to art displays. Then you get multiple rooms of interactive play where you can even win games. Some of the experiences cost extra, but most were included. You gotta come for yourself to experience this. At the end, you end up at a bar before being back at the gift shop. Honestly recommend everyone checking out this museum once --so much fun!
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Sunny P.

Yelp
Such a fun spot to go with friends or even for a date. You will laugh a lot here but there's actually a ton of real info and history about sexuality. It doesn't feel awkward or like too explicit and it celebrates sex in all its creative/artistic forms. There are multiple floors with all kinds of exhibits like interactive stuff to little games where u can win things!! The "marriage" section was fun and you get a fake certificate and ring! The boob bouncy house is 10/10. There's also a bar on the bottom floor!! Overall, felt sooo inclusive and welcoming and not awkward.
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Natasha R.

Yelp
Museum is pretty cool and nostalgic in some areas. Some history as well. After the museum portion you he's over to super Fun land. It's pretty immersive and interactive. They have sections for games and challenges it's a lot of fun. Def a cool experience would do it again
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Jennifer O.

Yelp
I had an amazing time at the Museum of Sex. I've been to the museum before. However, my main purpose of going this time is for Super Funland. It's an exotic carnival. They had bull rides, breast bouncy house, penis throws and more. Definitely a great time to go with your loved one of for a girls night.
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Patrick D.

Yelp
At $44 each for weekend pricing, there are better options for spending a couple of hours. But it was different. Unique. Some of the exhibits were interesting though VERY heavy on 20th century American and European with little diversity of other cultures (though there were some) and even more limited expressions of LGBTQ historical significance. The dioramas leading into the movie were interesting (you have to wait about six minutes between showing so it gives you something to do). But the "highlight" was likely the games. Mostly arcade games (the claw, skeeball with a sex god slant) but an interactive sex position video game, a RuPaul fortune teller, and a kissing game. Prices start at $29 during the week and I would have enjoyed it more at that price - we've done several tourist attractions/museums and this was the most expensive. And it's not justified.
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Armita P.

Yelp
Exploring the Museum of Sex in NYC was an unforgettable experience! This unique spot takes you through the evolution of human sexuality in ever-changing exhibits that are both educational and fun. With rotating exhibits, immersive experiences, and even a few quirky arcade rooms, it was both informative and entertaining. I went with my family (yes, parents included ) and my boyfriend, and let's just say it made for a truly memorable outing! Who would you take to this one-of-a-kind museum? Our tickets were included in our GoCity Pass This is definitely a museum I would recommend to everyone! It's a true hidden gem Hours: Monday - Thursday 1-10pm Friday 1pm-midnight Saturday noon-midnight Sunday noon-10pm
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Christine L.

Yelp
Not gonna lie I was skeptical about this place as a tourist trap since it's expensive for what it seems to be (you don't really know what to expect) and most of the staff werent very friendly, but I was pleasantly surprised! The history is cool and then once you get into the actual funhouse it's a blast! Your admission covers most of the games they have to play and you can win soooo many different cool prizes which I loved! You could easily spend an hour or 2 in here esp if it's busy even longer bc there's so much to do! My fiancé and I came here with our friends and it was so much fun!
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Kelly H.

Yelp
The first floor with the sex "artifacts" was great, and I really liked the art exhibit on the second floor, but everything after that went downhill. The psychedelic floor didn't really relate to sex that well and overall seemed out of place. The rest of the floors were just carnival games, it was no longer a museum. It looked like they spent millions of dollars to do these artsy carnival games that had nothing to do with the museum. I actually went in 2014 when it was a full museum for only $20 and it was great. Going back now in 2025 it cost $84 to get in for two people. Plus they charge you an extra $5 to play various games. Overall not worth your money or time. This place is now misleading and not the quality museum it once was.
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Jennifer R.

Yelp
I visited the Museum of Sex for the first time on Saturday. You have to show your ID at the entrance and buy tickets online, even if you're there in person. The museum was underwhelming and overpriced. The transition to the circus exhibit was confusing, and I left feeling ripped off.
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Dianna N.

Yelp
How they're able to have so many things going on in a small museum, is quite impressive. Inside is the sex gift shop. The staff are welcoming and helpful walking you through the products. You can purchase the museum ticket using the QR code. Currently on view: 1st floor artifacts showing the history, evolution, and cultural significance of human sexuality. 2nd floor the art work from Oh de Laval, Shafei Xia, and Urara Tsuchiya. Followed by 4 floors of fun. It's their version of a sexy carnival. You can take the slide down to the bar! Grab a drink and start playing some games. Your ticket includes 1 free play for each game.
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TaNeisha J.

Yelp
Incredible time! There's an interesting exhibit that illustrates a multitude of sex topics -- from icons such as Hugh Heffner to the very first vibrator -- very enlightening to say the least! The museum also has artwork showcasing the sexual mindset -- as weird as some may think -- of various artists. You might clutch your pearls a bit. Once you've explored the exhibits and art floor, there's a fun and interactive game room. You can ride the bull, star in a porn film, have a race with jacking off you-know-whats...I can't believe I just typed that. LOL! There's many games to fulfill whatever appetite you may have. Lastly, but surely not least, there's a bar where you can get kinky and sexy cocktails. See pics...I won't go into detail here... This is a definitely fun experience. Go with girlfriends or your boo thang...fun times for all. Oh! And, I purchased some cool games to have game night at home ;-)
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ShaYvonta B.

Yelp
This was such a treat! I have been to the sex museum in Las Vegas, but this one felt more sophisticated and classy. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with a vast array of dildos, creams, whips, and bunny-like items, with the staff expertly explaining the best ways to use them. Try saying this fast: "How much could a dildo dil if a dildo could dil?"-- Hilarious! Be sure to use the bathroom before you start because once you enter the "Chamber of Pewsies," you're in for the ride until the end! The first floor covers the history of sex workers, toys, and erotic illustrations. Then, you head upstairs to a porcelain room filled with sex figurines and a room dedicated to cinematic history, showcasing all things sexy since the 70s. From there, you'll find a nipple bounce house, an immersive orgy ride, a chance to star in your porno, and even marry yourself or your partner - complete with a ring! There's also a hilarious "Whack-a-Dick" game, where you compete with 3 others to see who can whack the most dicks in a john (lmao), an amateur pole star game testing your skills on the big stage, and a psychic machine featuring the one and only Ms RuPaul. Overall, I had a magnificent time, and the workers were amazing. Highly recommend. It is worth the price.
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Kelly N.

Yelp
Me and my fiance like going to fun museum and we located this one while in the city on a day trip. As anything in the city it was expensive at $52 a ticket for the basic package after taxes and fees. It was a great experience but I think the basic asking price is a little steep. When you walk in it's basically a naughty sex store with all the fun gadgets and what not. Their displays change i believe when we went there was an Andy Warhol exhibit look at Andy looking, it was very interesting to say the least. The next exhibit was i licked it and it was mine, was a bunch of sculptures. Which was very interesting take on things. Then they had Artifact (xxx): Selections from Secret Collections presents an intimate exploration of how sex manifests across culture through art, science, and design. Which was very awesome seeing all the different things used thru out history. Last but not least was my favorite part Funland, this made it worth the $52 bucks. It was a sex carnival that they brought to life, you got to play each game once for free and could even win prizes!! There was also three other things you could pay $5 and do. At the end there is a bar if you want a cocktail.
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Marquese C.

Yelp
Thoroughly enjoyed this museum as it is very interactive and open minded. You are greeted by the coolest individuals ready to ensure you have a thrilling time. There are games throughout the museum that you play as you journey up through the museums multiple floors. There is a plethora of history here and I really like how the technology is implemented into the games associated with your ticket purchase. Team members were even kind enough to throw in a few free plays of certain games. We did the action packed ride which cost an extra $5 per person to check out. It was worth the $5 and truly like nothing I have ever seen before lol. This is a very unique and cool museum you should def check out when in NYC!
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Nicole O.

Yelp
This museum is a must in NYC. I know there are the others that are top of the list too but if museums aren't usually your bag or you're only thinking of doing one or two, DO THE MUSEUM OF SEX. Find childcare if you're traveling with children or if you're with a partner(s), family, friends. Take turns and take your time in there. It's unique, it's historical, it's educational, and now it includes some truly one of a kind interactive exhibits including wonderfully created games and photo opps that will have you and your peeps giggling for years to cum. As one of the employees in the shop said, sex is normal and we need to normalize it. I think she also said that everyone is either doing themselves or others, and that's not true but sex is something that is literally part of life. I was expecting the Museum to be the same as it was last time I went (I think in 2008), and it was quite different. The exhibits change and they keep it fresh just like other museums so this is also one that you can visit every year. The current Andy Warhol exhibit of his early films (including some that have never been viewed before) was special and memorable.
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Eric B.

Yelp
Beware: The museum does not disclose when private parties are taking place, which can block off large portions of the exhibits -- even after you've paid full price. What can I say? I was curious -- I'm a fan of the subject matter. The Museum of Sex had some cool exhibits, interesting facts, and fun interactive games. That said, it definitely wasn't worth the price of admission, especially considering our experience. We were sold full-price tickets but quickly found out that a large portion of the museum was closed off for a private event -- something that was not mentioned at the time of purchase. Less than 10 minutes into our visit, we realized we couldn't see everything, and when I brought it up to a manager, I was basically told there was nothing they could do. Kind of a letdown for what could've been a much better experience with a little transparency.
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Anna T.

Yelp
To be totally honest, I was not sure what to expect when visiting. I was pleasantly surprised with the volume of exhibits and the level of education that was provided but I felt like some of the other exhibits were underwhelming and could have made better use of the space. I really liked the second floor that had a lot of movie, media and music references because of how relatable and applicable that is to everyday life. I enjoyed the concept of the games and carnival themed area but felt like the execution was off. The tunnel leading to the carnival video is cramped and you are crammed in there like sardines waiting your turn for a viewing. I did not enjoy the layout of that area at all. Overall still enjoyed the experience and am glad we did it, but don't think I would go a second time.
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Eli T.

Yelp
This was a very cool and unique experience. I went with a group of friends and it was one of the highlights of our NYC trip. I recommend planning ahead and making reservations!
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Sarah H.

Yelp
I want to leave feedback regarding an issue during our visit on February 15 at 3 PM. The girl who instructed us before entering the staircase was extremely rude (right after our tickets were scanned). As we started to step in, thinking she was nearly finished speaking, she suddenly screamed in a piercing tone, "I'M NOT DONE!" It wasn't just a loud voice. People lined up behind me were startled too. It was an unreasonably aggressive outburst that made it clear she was pissed or perhaps stressed at her job. We were so happy in the beginning yet this completely ruined the mood for the entire experience. I have never had someone scream at me like that in a customer service/ museum setting. It would have been far more appropriate and professional for her to simply say, "Excuse me, please wait until I'm finished." This kind of behavior is unacceptable, and I hope staff are trained to handle situations more respectfully in the future.
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Sean M.

Yelp
Far too expensive for what you get. Bad videos about 'sex', A low-mid tier bar with a surprisingly fun bathroom area (could redeem the trip if you mostly hang out there while high or drunk) -- The 4D ride was...awful - like a REALLY really bad trip, visuals were not good, sounds were awkward, and frankly it was grotesque and not enticing which honestly is the majority of the content offered here, The Good: Near the start, there is a floor that was mostly black, with a bunch of sex objects from different periods of history. This was the most entertaining floor by far, with about an hours worth of content to read and learn about. Following that, the Shop is amusing but you can find the products there elsewhere much cheaper. The Bad: I say this with a heavy heart. I take no joy in giving low ratings, but almost everything else about this 'Museum' was awful. The 'arcade' is boring and the massive panorama style video in the room before it was ... not a good presentation and was lacking in entertaining or enticing visuals. I constantly found myself wanting something more -- and MoSex did not deliver. I found the next video which was a 4D 'Ride' through an orgy to be absolutely disgusting -- literally the worst representation of an orgy I have ever seen. It wasn't arousing, it wasn't enticing. I went because as a New Yorker, I had to discover if this long-standing tourist trap was as bad as I'd heard. It was even worse. If you're looking for some fun sex history with good visuals that might even turn you on, just look up Intelexual Media on Youtube and play her stuff on a big screen or something. This place is a hard pass.
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Swapna Y.

Yelp
This was a really fun experience. The beginning part is a stores That leads up some stairs to some exhibits in the history. Then it takes you to a room with a brief video. Then you can go to some rooms where you can play games. You get to have one try at all of the games for for free. There was a lot of interactive things to do. Then you can go to the bar. Unfortunately, we had to catch a plane so we didn't get to go to the bar place. We spent a couple of hours there and thought it was definitely fun and worth it.
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Vivienne C.

Yelp
I didn't expect to like the Museum of Sex at all as it was pretty expensive compared to other museums in the City. However, this was one of the most fun experiences I've had since moving to New York and I genuinely could not recommend it more to anyone who is interested. I feel like often times there's a big stigma towards sex, but they presented it in such a fun way, I would argue that it's almost family friendly. Here are some of my favorite things about the Museum: - I feel like most museums are just you look at things and that's about it. This museum, however, had a great mix of looking and experiencing. I appreciated that there was this whole artifact section as well as historical contexts about the AIDS epidemic. And then right after learning about all of this, there was a carnival where you get to play games relating to sex. - I loved the exhibit of how sex is portrayed in mass media. It was interesting especially to see the movies compilation of what sex looked like throughout time. - I couldn't believe when I stumbled on a 4D experience of what an orgy feels like. I did not know these things could exist nor would I imagine how to build an art exhibit like this one, but I'm so glad it exists because it was seriously beyond my imagination. - I loved all the games that we got to play. This was not the most fun game by any shot but out of the 3 claw machines, I was able to retrieve two toys which was kind of insane as I'm usually pretty bad at those types of games. Also there was a game where it was like wack-a-mole expect you're wanking these plastic dildos to get them to go back into the wall. Their creativity for these games are truly something else. - Also there was almost no one here on a weekend which was very surprising. It was so nice though as it allowed us to not have to wait in line to view any of the exhibits. Overall, cannot recommend Museum of Sex more. It will be one of the best $40 you can spend in NYC.
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Parisa A.

Yelp
I've been wanting to see this museum since 2018!!! I finally got to visit this museum and it definitely was worth in my opinion. The history section was my favorite and definitely seemed to have a lot of information. The other sections were okay, I believe they needed a bit more detail to make it a better experience especially the carnival/amusement area since it looked very outdated. The store had a lot of cool goodies to buy! I had definitely had fun!
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Jada C.

Yelp
9'2022 Hella fun, interesting, and quite informative museum. My friend and I decided to check this place out, and it did not disappoint. Upon entering, staff was present to direct us to the right place to get on the waiting list. The wait was short. We were able to walk around the gift shop while we waited. Once we went in, the museum spiraled several floors above ground and took us through the history of all things sex from lingerie to toys, nudism, positions, etc. This museum was very tastefully put together. We enjoyed our visit to this museum and highly recommend it.
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Kal F.

Yelp
We went to NYC for our honeymoon for a whopping 13 days, and the Museum of Sex was in the top 3 ranked activities for our entire stay, right next to Cabaret on Broadway! Make sure you give yourselves an entire day if you like to move slowly though museums. You'll need that time if you want to have a proper experience! The ground floor is a store and gift shop, and the first floor moving upward is proper museum-style viewing, with artefacts like early toys, famous clothing, and furniture that is related to the industry. Definitely a must-see with your partner or by yourself, if you're interested in that sort of thing. The next floor going up highlights film work and art through film that you may have studied if you're an artist and never got the chance to see in their entirety because of explicit content. Worth the watch if you're a Warhol fan. The top two floors are Superfunland. It's an interactive, adult playground with a bouncy castle, skee-ball and other themed, adult-sized, carnival-style games. All the games are free, except for one. There is a ticketed 4D attraction on the top floor, which we didn't do for budget reasons but would have liked to. Once you're finished with Superfunland, you can slide down to the bottom floor--literally--to the bar and finish with amazing and reasonably-priced drinks and friendly staff. The bar is also open to the street and doesn't require a museum ticket to access, which is an awesome touch for those who want to come back and relax in an inclusive environment. A note about the slide: if you're taller or bigger-built, expect to have some difficulty getting into the slide. It's definitely kid-sized! Well worth the experience going down though. If you don't want to squeeze yourself in there, you can go down the normal way, but what's the fun in that? After the bar, you exit through the store again. If you're looking to buy merch or even a toy, the selection is great and the staff is open-minded, friendly, knowledgeable, and always down to chat. All-in-all, an amazing experience filled with awe and wonder, even for the most stoic of us. Definitely worth the money. 100/10 would do again! Of course, due to the nature of this museum you must be 18 or older to enter at the main door, and they do check IDs so have them ready. You also must confirm your tickets on your phone before you get into the line, and each person must have their own ticket on their own phone, so make sure that these are confirmed and sent beforehand. The line might be long, but it moves quick!
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Cait G.

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Went to this museum and was really excited for it. My partner and I wanted something fun and sexy to do so thought this would be the perfect fit! The museum itself was fun - I had read reviews about the prior exhibits and would have much preferred the ones mentioned about cam girls, masturbation, LGBTQ experiences but instead we had an art installation called Long Island Girl and Andy Warhol videos. These two exhibits were not great honestly. Andy Warhol exhibit was just random videos that really were only worth about 3 minutes to quickly see them all. Long Island girl was just sculptures of naked women... fine I guess? Just kind of boring as I've seen naked women sculptures a million times before. What annoyed me the most was how much I LOVED the superfunland but considering we had already paid north of $80 for two people (by the way, the website says $29 for the basic ticket and then exorbitant fees on top of it), it was frustrating to see that a little under half of the games and interactive activities had a price tag to them. $5 to throw three dildos? $5 to see a short movie? On top of that, while I enjoyed the activities, only one of the two of us could play any of the games because both tickets were attached to my number, email and phone as I bought them both because I wasn't aware that my partner wouldn't be able to scan the QR codes using his phone once I redeemed one. Basically I paid for two tickets but got one ticket me worth of games and he was super frustrated as only my phone would work... We played the kissing game and no ticket printed... the staff member just said sorry, you're done. It also was insanely busy in there and was difficult to see and do everything. They do timed tickets but it doesn't seem to mean anything. So we had to skip a lot of things just because of long lines. So all in all, I think it was a fun little thing to do but knowing what I know now... definitely not worth it. I still feel super ripped off about the games and my partner not being able to play basically any of them unless it was a two person game due to the QR issue. I'd really love to see them replace that whole system and just give printed tickets to scan or something because it also alienates people with disabilities which is disappointing for such a sex positive space. As a person with a disability, I did not feel comfortable or welcome (there is also a ton of walking and stair climbing and very active exhibits so if you're physically disabled in any way, you may want to stay clear which again... disappointing considering how "accepting" they claim to be).
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Tanesha J.

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I had an incredible time. I've actually been before a few years back and pretty much saw the same artwork displayed but I came because I wanted to see Portia Munson: The Pink Bedroom which features everyday items that pose questions about mass consumerism, constructions of femininity and sexual objectification. There's a game room which is fun and inactive, but I had the most fun at the bar. They serve up some sexy cocktails that are reasonably priced but potent. I left feeling good. Tickets are reasonably priced, and there are a lot of cute souvenirs for purchase as well It was a fun day in NYC! Ig:@Thefunfluencer
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Amir A.

Yelp
Me and My Girlfriends is going to the Party for Museum of Sex in New York City and the United States of America are Electricity, Not Burn Calories
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Derek N.

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It was fun, but paying $50 for one ticket was a bit excessive. It seems like a great place to go if you're in a relationship, but otherwise I would spend your money elsewhere. The fact that The Met was considerably cheaper is kind of ridiculous.
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Mike S.

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Worst customer service. 8 people working no one could answer any questions about the museum. Buying tickets was a nightmare. Total rip off DO NOT GO
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Maya S.

Yelp
Gotta be old enough to enter, they look at your ID to make sure. The main area has a lot of options to buy, but they're pretty expensive so I recommend just buying from online for most of the products. The staff were very kind, helpful, and nonjudgmental. The main part of museum is the tour but you do of course have to pay for it, it's absolutely worth it tho. Lots of history in the beginning of the tour and it gets more fun at the end. It almost impossible to walk out empty handed, they make sure everyone gets free multiple souvenirs. Its has many photo opportunities and free fun interactive games. Best to go with a boyfriend or with a group of friends.
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Thao N.

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Not sure why the low rating, I had the time of my life here. For about $30, it was a solid 2 hour entertainment, probably even longer if they weren't closing and we had to rush. Sure, the name Museum of Sex already sounds...intriguing. But still I thought it would just be an exhibit like any other museum, but with sex stuff. After a few stories to looking at things, I was surprised it was just half of it, there's the other half where it's very engaging and interactive. What a brilliant way to keep kids out, it's basically a carnival for adults. There was bull riding, a simulator ride that does mist out out water to go along with what's happening in the video, a glory hole game where whoever jerk off the most dicks flying out gets a prize, crawl machines to win stress boobs, and many more! Oh my goodness, I felt like a kid again coming home with all the goodies. And then across from it is Billionaire's Row...interesting. Tell me about your experience if you've been here or is going to after reading this review:)
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Lena M.

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My partner and I visited the Museum of Sex for their Super Funland exhibit. I've been to quite a few Museums of Sex and this was probably one of my favorite ones. I adored the combination of history and interactive components here. The museum shop is very similar to a trendy sex store and has some fun merch. They have a bunch of all gender restroom stalls on their lowest level. You can order tickets at the desk or online. When we entered we headed up to the highest level and worked our way down. We started with pieces that seem to always be at the museum. There were a lot of interesting historical sex objects and fun facts on the upper levels. Super Funland was (as the name suggests) very fun. I loved the art direction for this exhibit. There was a lot of room for play and education because it was a carnival. It was cool to learn the history of sex in carnivals. I really apprecatied their emphasis on consent at this museum. For certain elements (like 4D films) they let you know what was coming up and you had an option to skip it. If it's what you're looking for, I'd recommend visiting the Museum of Sex.
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Gabrielle W.

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The Museum of Sex was an amazing museum. One of the best I have ever been to honestly!! I really loved how interactive it is-- which is why it really stood out. There's a lot of facts, and artifacts - and learning to be had, but also fun too. Its solid mix to me was greatly executed! I would definitely recommend this museum, especially for a date night. Also they have an 18+ age requirement to get in. $5 photo booth too and also a cool gift shop, which is really a sex store to be honest. 10/10 recommend!! I'd go back even. It's interesting to see the difference in ratings on Yelp vs. Google but Idk... I think it's worth the $35!! Go. Learn something. Have fun!! #datenight
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Michele S.

Yelp
This was the third museum. We visited on a weekend trip to New York and I'm glad we stopped by! I really like a small museum. I could read everything there and this place was just big enough to be a little bit informative and fun too. Each level has a slightly different experience and I like the collection of experiences they offered. There was a nice mix of information, visuals, fun facts, Instagram about picture places, I wish there was more in their store. I love a museum gift shop. I was looking for something to bring home to bring to Book Club like food, but besides the pasta and penis candy there wasn't a lot, the carnival game area was cheesy, but people were participating there and they look like they were having a good time. I would definitely recommend this place to friends. It was a playful breath of fresh air after the really serious museums and there was a lot more to it than I thought there would be.
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Alex H.

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Last visit to NYC my friends and I were walking around and thought hey why not give this place a try could be fun!! At least an experience Well it definitely was but I'll be honest wasn't really into the current exhibit they had at the time it was some Japanese photographer Honestly was hoping for more fun stuff and sometimes they had it but could be much better and more filled with experiences (heads out of gutter lol ) and or photo opps
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Shantell S.

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I went the the Museum of sex on a Girl date i had been wanting to come here since the summer time and this was a perfect girl date location.. i must say it was all that i expected and more from seeing the reviews so first of all this place is pretty huge it's like 4 floors of different interactive experiences teaching all about the history of sex. They have mini documentary's that you can sit and watch after walking thru an art gallery of sorts .. i will definitely go back i feel like i hadn't seen everything they had to offer My favorite part was the super fun land thou Cant wait to go back
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Jenna O.

Yelp
What a perfect date! This place is a 10/10 in my book for dates. I know that you could totally go with friends, but I honestly think the vibe here is really set up for couples. I really wouldn't suggest going alone, it is a lot more fun when you can play the games with someone, or at least have someone to help with taking photos. While it is a little expensive, we spent hours there, and I you do well on games, you can win prizes (that are included in the price of the ticket), between me and my partner, we won a tiara, some candy, little weddings rings, a little emoji stuffy and a "love potion." They have some games that are recorded and they send you videos through texts, so we have copies of it all. The first half of the museum is super informational, with interactive exhibits, and interesting artwork, historical pieces, and videos to watch. The second half if multiple floors of games, that include, a 4D clip, bull riding, claw machines, kinetic movement games, slides, and more all ending at a little bar, will full service. We seriously had so much fun on all of it. Not to mention the entrance to the building is a shop, which includes pleasures for yourself or to use with your partner. I am so happy I got to go with my boyfriend and would suggest to many others to do the same. We went on the suggestion of a friend, and I have to give them a shoutout for the idea. We did go on a Monday, which even then seemed pretty lively, and I am wondering if the weekends are crazy busy.
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Nicole C.

Yelp
We were looking to do something for a group of 6 from 25-30s that was interactive and not just a bar. You first walk in and it's a cute souvenir sex shop. Then the museum part first very interesting information. The Finland other half was amazing and super interactive just what we needed. You win so many small fun prizes and a cool virtual Show it was a blast. You can even get fake married. There is a slide too just the craziest of things. 10/10 recommend
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Perla H.

Yelp
Interesting for people whore able to be opened and curious about human biology and the creative potential of people. Me and my partner casually walked in after having lunch near the area for our birthday weekend back in January. We spent about an hour and 3 minimum looking around and playing at the hanging out room.
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Shannon T.

Yelp
A fun, whacky, and raunchy museum to go with your friends or S/O. There's about 3-4 levels in the museum and lots of photo-op worthy exhibits to do. When you enter, the first level has displays of historical sex-related relics, toys, etc. The other levels has more historical exhibits and interactive videos. The Super Fun Land level was where my friends and I had the most fun at. There's a boob bounce house, and at the carnival area you can scan a QR code on your phone to play games and win prizes. There was a derby race styled skee ball game that you play against others and you can win a "Sex God" crown. The most memorable game was the Glory Hole game where you "tug" on fake dongs to get the most points. My friend and boyfriend tied and they both won a cute little sperm plushie. There's a slide that you can go into to the bottom floor which is the bar area and it also contains a stripper pole where you can do poses for points. The bar was sex themed- they have a dong-shaped syringe filled with alcohol and my friends had a FUN time with that lol. My friend ordered one of the peach flavored drinks that had sparkles in it and it tasted really good. I recommend getting that drink. Entry fee was $35, so it was a decent price in my opinion. It's a very entertaining museum and definitely one of the most unique ones I've been to.
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Trevor N.

Yelp
I had been to the World Erotic Art Museum in Miami Beach and enjoyed it so decided to try this one. Not so much at this museum and I spent around $50 so I'm disappointed. This is really exclusively geared toward hetero sex so if that's not what you're looking for you will be disappointed. This is more splashy and like a funhouse atmosphere and less like a formal museum. There are a couple galleries there that fit this description but it's a relatively small portion of the facility. It's an odd layout on multiple floors with no elevator. There is an area that has interactive games but I'm not interested in that. If you are -- you came to the right place. The ticket purchasing area is somewhat disorganized.
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Kristin N.

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15 years ago, while on a bus tour, our 11 yo son saw this and shouted out to all of the passengers. ‍ Well, we finally got around to visiting it (sans kids, obvi, lest we scar them for life). It's not cheap but we spent almost 3 hours here. The exhibits are interesting but Superfunland was just that. 16 various games you access via a QR code- and you can win prizes. I haven't laughed this much in a bit. Everyone was friendly, laid back and having fun- it was refreshing. A 4 story slide then takes you down to the gift shop. No photos to post- NSFYelp
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Melanie B.

Yelp
"Wtf did I just do?" I asked myself as I walked out the door of the Museum of Sex. I had walked in because I wanted something in the gift shop. Mine had broken. ;) But while there, I figured I might as well see what this place was about. Standouts: The Glory Hole booths. Relax. It's just a game and those schlongs you grab aren't real. Have your pic taken and turn yourself into a porn star Watch a weird orgy movie and periodically get sprayed in the face with "jizz". Go down a slide and get shot out of a giant ass. Swing on a stripper pole Bounce in a room full of big boobs Worth the $40 entry fee? I mean, I guess I can do anything once. I was just glad they sell a big selection of "gifts that keep on giving" in the gift shop.

Sherry G.

Yelp
Well okay but would not repeat. I do not care to return anytime soon. But some might like a first time experience due to the name.
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B C.

Yelp
This adult fun fest is; interactive,fun, enlightening experience of course it is subjective but as any other venue it is what you make of it. Games, history and liquor great for a date but probably not a great first date. lol
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Anon N.

Yelp
I have always liked the Museum of Sex, and though they don't appear to change exhibits that often, once a year or so I can count on them having something I want to see. They have exhibits no other places will have, and it is truly art, not just. naughty stuff for the sake of it being naughty. Their gift shop is great and you don't have to buy a ticket to browse. Their admission is a bit high (higher even than MOMA) but it is worth the splurge once in awhile. I recently went in to buy a ticket only to find... they no longer sell tickets in person, which was very disappointing. It meant I could not visit that day and I was right there and had gotten off the bus especially for this and everything. Yes, I have a smartphone. But I don't always take it with me. If you demand people have a printed internet ticket or smartphone to enter your doors, you are limiting access to people and losing business. No other museum does this that I know of and I cannot imagine why they instituted this policy. I hope they will rethink it, because it's a good museum otherwise. Edited to update: I came in there with a printed ticket purchased and they barely wanted to let me in with that. Only come in if you have a smartphone. They seem to accept nothing else.