The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City is a playground for lovers of aviation, space exploration, and naval history. Besides World War II history, you’ll find the Space Shuttle Enterprise, a submarine, drones, and an array of aircraft, including a British Airways Concorde.
For kids, there’s an Exploreum with interactive exhibits. The day I was there, families were having a great time climbing into vessels and trying on gloves like the astronauts wear. There are even a couple of “rides” – one a drone, and the other a spacecraft.
Take a look at my photos for a taste of this museum. You won’t run across it, however, if you stick to the usual tourist areas in Manhattan. You’ll have to take a taxi or bus all the way west to the Hudson River at West 46th Street. It’s well worth the special trip off the beaten path, however, especially since you also get to see the river. Don’t miss it when you’re in NYC.
Melanie Votaw is the Publisher and Executive Travel Writer of LuxuryWeb Magazine. She has visited more than 50 countries on 6 continents and written for such magazines as Executive Travel, Just Luxe, Business Insider, South China Morning Post, Travel Mindset, and more. She is a member of the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association and the International Travel Writers Alliance. Melanie's photography has won awards, and she has also written 39 nonfiction books as either the author or ghostwriter.
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