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Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia
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Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, US
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Phone: +1 215-763-8100
Site: https://www.philamuseum.org/
Site: https://www.philamuseum.org/
Opening hours
- Monday:Closed
- Tuesday:Closed
- Wednesday:Closed
- Thursday:10AM–5PM
- Friday:10AM–8:45PM
- Saturday:10AM–5PM
- Sunday:10AM–5PM
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Great place to check out, if your into art. They have different kinds of art pieces including armor, portraits, and statues. This place is very big and there is a lot to see here. Tickets were $25 each. I am told if your under 18 years of age, you can visit for free. It can become tiring to walk around. They do have benches located all throughout the facility. The bathrooms are clean and modern looking. They have a cafe and a souvenir store inside. The items in the souvenir shop are a bit pricy. There are some art pieces that expose nudity so if you have children and don’t want them to see that, be aware. Overall, this place is worth a visit if your in Philly.
The museum has intricate and beautiful exhibits. There is a variety of art from different eras, countries, and styles. The building itself is gorgeous but the exhibits and the way they are presented really make the experience.It is a little costly, but you can see why once you are inside. Expect to spend at least two hours there as we were there for an hour and a half and did not not get through everything.
It was okay, it didnt grab my Interest like before....theres a nice guy who explains things at the counter.....its kind of free on Fridays...its pay as you want. kids are free.. adults pay 25 dollars...if your really into art then go for it if not...just look up art pieces..WALK TOWARDS NORTH ENTRANCE...THE ENTRANCE WITH THE ROCKY STEPS ECT...IS CLOSED..NOT SURE WHEN IT WILL OPEN!
The Jasper Johns exhibit showcases pieces spread across six decades. This abstract impressionist had a process of creating dozens of working proofs before arriving at a finalized piece. Many artists would discard working proofs but Johns archived over 1,700.The old European rifles were also very fascinating and surprisingly ornate for the time periods they came from.
I love this museum and if you love art you probably will tooI dislike saying “there’s something for everyone” but truly you will find things that will knock your socks off(who knew Eakins’ medical series was something I just had to see in my life?)The atmosphere is benevolent and considerate of I would guess everyoneThe paintings are arrayed in such a manner that you can scrutinize detail that you can’t always do in other settingsThe permanent collection alone has always been worth it for me however I have found the special exhibits compelling and left me with much to think aboutVery helpful people work here and they really want you to have the best experience the management must treat their employees wellAs a closer, everything that makes the museum wonderful is equally true of their cafe “Stir” excellent food, prepared artistically and served by people who are not bogged down and want you to enjoy yourself.Perhaps sayIng “there’s something for everyone “ is more fitting as me and m friend don’t eat “normal “ food
If your visitor and you want to tour the entire museum in one day it might not be possible because once you get inside, there’s sooo much great paints to look at.On Sunday’s, They let you pay whatever you want to pay and that goes towards charity… on week days is different and I think they close late too.It’s a perfect place for a date catching up…Great view of the city and all sorts of events takes place.It’s also a nice place for workouts running on the steps…..At night is even better, the view is phenomenal and peaceful, it’s safe to be there cops patrols the area frequently
I came here by bus on a Sunday afternoon in mid June 2022. The entrance is no longer on the East entrance (where the Rocky Steps are) but the West side of the building. I tried presenting the CityPass I purchased, assuming that the museum was on the list but they told me that it wasnt working on their system. The lady was nice enough to give me a complementary ticket into the museum anyway.The one thing you have to do when youre there is go on the free guide-led tours. Their guides are required to go through a 2-year training program. After their first year of training theyre allowed to provide a museum Hightlights tour, which was what I went on.Each guide highlights a different element of the museum so it might be worth it to go multiple times since your ticket allows access for two consequtive days. Each ticket also gives you free entry into the Rodin Museum as well, which is down the street. I wish I also got the $5 audio guide right when I entered since the line got super long after I got in, but I was satisfied with the guide-led tour without the audio guide.
We visited on Friday 61722 and had an amazing time, but the best part was in the arms and armor collection on the third floor where we met an employee named Darryl who gave my three kids a personal mini tour of the gallery, showing them items of interest, telling stories behind the pieces, and engaging them in fantastic ways to find details we wouldnt have known about. On top of that, he was very knowledgeable about the history of the pieces and a genuine pleasure to talk to. He really got us off to a good start at the museum that carried on even after we left his area. We tried to find a supervisor to let them know what a gem they had in Darryl, but didnt see any so I decided to leave it here. He was fantastic.The museum itself is absolutely amazing. Nearly every room wowed and astounded with the extent of the display, especially on the third floor where entire rooms were transported and set up as they had been at their original location. It was truly amazing to step into a room and be transported to a temple, home, or other structure with just a few steps.I cannot recommend this museum enough, and if you get the chance to talk to Darryl, do so!
My recommendation is to go on one of the free tours! On a busy weekend, there were still only ~8 people in our hourlong tour and the guide was very knowledgeable and fun. She gave great context for why certain pieces were artistically and historically significant that I otherwise would not have caught onto. It really enriched our visit.The highlights for me were the impressionists (several Monets), the arms and armor rooms, and the recreated rooms from around the world, including an ancient Chinese temple and a Japanese tea house. The last two I mentioned were so immersive compared to a typical art museum experience, and I love the curator’s respect for regional vernacular architecture as high art. There was a neat special exhibit of a contemporary artist when I visited as well, which was laid out in a way that really helped illustrate the artist’s evolution.Small note but if you’re allergic to/scared of bees, take the stairs instead of the ramps :)
🧑🎨It was a beautiful museum to visit while youre having a business trip or travel. We purchase tickets for one student and one adult. They offered a student discount. We arrived there when it was about to close so they gave us an extended ticket that we could visit the next day. We couldnt visit since we had to leave but we had fun for less than an hour.🤔 The entrance was on the opposite side of the building but we had a chance to walk around the museum. We have got to see the famous sunflower painting by Van Gogh and there was Picasso’s art as well. All the famous painting was there. It was a very nice collection they had and they displayed nice. 👍🏻I highly recommend this place to visit because they have a nice park area that you can have a walk ☺️🍃
Went a few months ago during a pay-what-you-want Sunday so it was a little crowded but I expected it. Great place to go if you’re an art lover because there is so many different types. It’s a place you definitely have to plan to spend most of the day in.
Great museum experience. Recommend you go early, be there at 10:00 opening and avoid crowds. Lots to see so plan on multiple trips. First Sunday of the month is Pay What You Can. Parking is $15.
It shouldnt be surprising that the Philadelphia Museum of Art is a world-class museum but I dont think I expected to enjoy it quite as much as I did. I had started at the Rodin Museum, which is pay-as-you-like and whatever you pay there gets taken off your ticket here. Or, I think admission to the bigger art museum includes the Rodin, though I seem to have found it cheaper to go the other way.I started at the bottom and worked my way up - the ground floor holds two huge colonnades and the biggest gift shop. The first floor has a coat check, two wings of galleries (contemporary and early American), two more gift shops and a large cafe.As you go up, the galleries get smaller and smaller - the 2nd floor has stunning famous works from Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Rodin, Degas, Monet, plus halls of contemporary sculpture, plus the huge central stairway with the statue of Mercury.Then the 4th floor- the top, theyve transplanted whole buildings, rooms, courtyards, gateways - like walking around the world. Theres a Thai temple, a Japanese Tea Garden, several rooms lifted from famous hotel, ship, or apartments, a huge stone church gate, and my favorite, an Italian courtyard with an ancient fountain with running water. It just takes your breath away.Its almost hard to see it all theres so much, but its definitely worth the effort. And all tickets are good for the following day if you want to break it up a little!
As someone who LOVES going to museums... Im always amazed to see something exceptionally grand. The building remnants and replicas within this massive museum are fantastic! So much to see. I wish I had more time to spend there, but we did a very structured 4-5 hours trying to see EVERYTHING. Im sure we missed things, but hey something to come back for. If you like art, go! If youre new to museums, go! If you like buildings, go! If you like arms and armor, go! Literally there is something for everyone there. FYI the entrance is not at the top of the large staircase, its on the opposite side and you have to walk around the building. Still out is worth it to walk to the top of the stairs for the exceptional view. Thanks for a wonderful Sunday at the museum.
This is a big place, plenty of things to see, and some interesting displays, the Monet, Picasso and Cézanne were a real nice surprise - I didnt know they were there! Everything started to feel a bit samey after wed been there a few hours, and the kids were quite bored and ready for fresh air. There is a cafe (or two?) there, we ate at one - just sandwiches - and it was pretty bland and expensive, although there are more options such as build your own sandwich and pizza etc.
My review is solely on the exterior of the museum. If you’re thinking about going there and running up the stairs, be prepared to do so with a crowd. Nevertheless is still a really cool experience. There was a lot parking available nearby and a couple of restaurants too.
Definitely give yourself 3-4 hours to truly soak it in if youre passing through, and dont skip the sculpture garden!When I came here when I was younger, I thought this place was huge and had a lot of varied art. Now that I learned more about impressive collections and legendary artwork - I appreciate this museum so much more. This year, we became members!
Definitely recommend to Philly tourists, lots of great art to see! I had a wonderful experience - it wasnt busy during the daytime on a weekday, we didnt have to wait at all to buy our tickets and were able to browse the exhibits as long as we wanted. The gift shops are also really fun to explore! There are also a couple eating options on-site for a quick bite.
I love the place and also the ground that it sits on for photos. When you come make sure you bring a camera shots of the cities are beautiful and also the Riverside is amazing. Great for a nice walk on a beautiful day
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is paramount within the nations oldest capital. Not only is the architecture reminiscent of old Roman and Greek styles, it holds thousands of works of art. The staff is very welcoming and willing to answer any inquiries, and they dedicate their time to assisting new visitors. Whether one is interested in the neoclassical styles of American art or the ancient techniques of Egyptian scripture, it can all be found at this iconic museum.
Thank you for the amazing experience. I have not been to the museum in over 30 years. So happy to be back. Filled me with joy to see the Scully exhibit.
Amazing exhibition, I was moved with the scale of installations! Highly recommend to grab a audio or free guided tour. Bring a snack - it might take a while. Perfect entertainment for rainy or cold day. Enjoy 🥰
Great weekend getaway for families where children can learn about cultures. Tickets are for 2 days. Why not start with the children on Saturday and the adults enjoy Sunday.
I love the Philadelphia Museum of Art! When I had four young children, I would take them to PMA on Sundays because admission was free. For over thirty years now, I have enjoyed numerous visits with my kids. The tradition continues with my four grandchildren.
Amazing museum! They have got art work from all around the world! A lot of love and dedication has been put in making this place, must visit! Also, it has the famous rocky steps and a great view of beautiful city of Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Museum is a beautiful museum, inside and out. It greets you with stunning architecture in every hall and passage way. It was built for the ages. Of course, most people run up the famous stairs and take a picture of Rocky. Be prepared to stand in line for the latter (we decided to pass on Rocky), but did spend some time taking in the vistas of the city. A general admission ticket is $25 for adults and it gets you two days of entry, including admission to the Rodin museum that is down the road. They also have pay what you can admission on the first Sunday of the month. Once you master the map, an array of treasures await you. The museum has a guide to most of its highlights. Some of my favorites were the middle ages where the doors and frescos are built in to the rooms making each room a new experience. Following that is extremely beautiful East Asian art including the striking blue paints of the east and middle east in Persia (now Iran) and as part of the Ming dynasty. Because their art is generally a set of collections from wealthy contributors, they tend to have one or two pieces of reknowned artists, though boast one of the biggest collections of Cezanne, where featuring quite a collection of Thomas Eakin. There are also uniquities, like having one of the only Van Gogh sunflowers. You can ask the staff whether something is on display or look it up before you go. The building of museum by collectors also means that there has been little investment in African and Black art, or even Black people as subjects of art, which is quite honestly, why I deducted a star. Given the presence of artistry that is likely to be embedded in local Philly artistry, theres no reason why this isnt more of a part of the museums history and American art collection. There were a couple of exhibits on view regarding protest and another on art and the process of grieving. They were strong. We also decided to take a docent tour of the impressionists. We learned a lot and Id highly recommend those public tours. They also offer private tours for sale and the front-facing staff tends to cater to those patrons, more than help you find a public tour.
Cant Say Enough about this Beautiful Philadelphia Icon, a Treasure Trove of Art, History, Culture, and Style. Its Always a warm and fuzzy place to visit that almost Anyone can enjoy!!! This Place Breathes Philly, and Im here for It!!!
We enjoyed visiting. There is a nice collection of European and modern art. It’s our first visit since covid. The main entrance where the steps are was closed, we had to use the west entrance. The tickets are valid for two days and include admission to the Rodin museum.
We had a wonderful visit to the Philadelphia Museum of Art! Of course we had to run up the Rocky steps, and check out the Rocky statue! The view of the city from the steps is breathtaking! Upon entering the building, we saw the amazing architecture, its beautiful inside! This is by far the largest art museum we have seen! The art collection is amazing! Monet is my personal favorite artist and this museum has more of his works of art then I have seen before! Its an extraordinary place to visit! Highly recommend!
Wonderful museum where I spent 6 hours. A lot of European arts on 2nd floor and recently there’s an exhibition of John Jasper. If you love Impressionism, definitely don’t miss this place.
I love the new renovations. I’m impressed with how they open up the space in the ground floor of the museum yet look like they were always there.Kids under 18 are always free! So it’s a no-brained for h.s.-ers to go. Also note that if you purchase a membership your entrance fee is free, parking in the lot works out to $10 for up to 5 hours and you save 20% in the café, and book store and gift shop; that’s a better deal than Amazon Prime! ;-)
Great collection of arts. They have a student discount if you show your students ID. They have paid parking outside. Make sure to check before paying since they have various rates. The museum has a huge collection of European art from different time periods. Most precious collections include Van Goghs Sunflowers and Monets the Japannse Garden. They have multiple food options. Also the store is good. The tickets are valid for 2 days. Have at least 4 hours to visit the museum. Highly recommend.
I found Emma Amos here and my inspiration to paint has been reignited. Here are a few of my favorite from a couple trips. Fridays are pay what you can.
Truly amazing collection and with such a wide variety there is something for everyone here. The building itself is absolutely beautiful. If you only have a few hours, I highly recommend one of the free tours.
Amazing art, beautiful space. Every single person we interacted with was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. As the docent who welcomed us recommended, we started on the top floor and worked our way down. Not to be missed: the Japanese temple, ceramics, expressionists & impressions.Highlight was Van Goghs Sunflowers.
Excellent museum with wide range of exhibitions. I focused on the European masters galleries which are beautifully displayed. I also enjoyed the American artists collections. Lunch at the Museum bistro was a bonus!
This is the best place in Philly. The only place I loved being in when I lived here. I have been there on frigid cold days and hot summer nights. Its nice going inside on free days. But in general it is fun to just walk around. Ponder on the steps. View the dam or city-lights. Or just sit by the fountain or green grass.
Impressive museum with large permanent collection and interesting temporary exhibitions. Helpful staff. Numerous food options. Get timed tickets online in advance to avoid waiting in line during busy periods. On-site parking with discounts for visitors.
Its free on 1st Sunday of every month but you have to pay some donation as much as you want at entry/ticket desk. We were 2 person and I donated just 5$ and got 2 tickets. You can donate even 1 $.
Always enjoy ourselves at the museum. Very clean and well maintained. Beautiful artwork and exhibits. Ample parking.
Spent a good 3 hours here and was blown away by how much art they have! The Viking swords were a favorite and felt like they really had something for everyone. Massive 3 story museum and left feeling inspired and already wanting to plan my next trip back!
Great place to visit. Wish I had more then a day. The third floor is loaded with cool architecture.
If you live anywhere near Philadelphia, you should visit this world-class museum. Even if you know nothing about art, you are guaranteed to get an education. The permanent collection is amazing but dont forget to check out their temporary exhibits.
Definitely a whole day’s worth of collection and one of the top 5 in the country. I wished they have rope boundaries on their priced collection like The Sunflower by Van Gogh , people were getting real closed to it for a selfie!
Philadelphia museum of art is best art museum in Philadelphia.They have a lot of good arts.So i spend time almost 3-4hIf you will going to there, wearing good shoes for your feet and eating lunch before visit there.Also They have cafeteria.
Admission is $25 but its a two day pass and includes admission to several other art venues. Amazing pieces in a building that was purpose built to showcase the art. Every gallery ends with a doorway that frames a piece in the next room and invites you in.
Very cool space. Visited with my son who has recently moved to Philly and we agreed you could go back again and again. We got there toward the end of a long day but thoroughly enjoyed what we were able to see before closing. Views at dusk were lovely and we found the Rocky statue as we left. Great day!---Visited again June 2022. Revisited some from the time before and discovered new things. Sean Scully exhibit was fun (we are Scullys, too!).Beautiful day to walk the grounds and find a nice spot for lunch. Pizza at Vetri was delicious. Not the best service Ive ever experienced, but good beers on tap and the pizza was really good.
I did not enter the museum, as I had a limited amount of time to spend here. However, it is still worth going to see the statues and fountains around the outside of the building. The Rocky statue is no to the right (as you face the steps) of the museum and it is a part of modern American history.There are also fountains and statues of important American figures around the building that are nice to see.
This is the best art museum! It was so cool how they incorporated the art into the architectural design of the building. Favourite part was definitely the third floor. $25 for adult ticket, less for students. Highly recommend!!
The Philadelphia Museum of Art has an excellent collection of American, European, and Asian artwork. The exhibit of masterpieces by Thomas Eakins is especially noteworthy.
We took advantage of the Museums on Us program. This program allows you to visit museums nationwide for free on the first weekend of each month.We had a great time at the Philadelphia Art museum. I would recommend the Armer Room, the Tea Garden, and a stroll afterwards on the garden path. The set up makes it easy to maneuver and see everything. Dont forget to stop in the cafe, the food and service there was worth it.If you are an art lover or just want an interesting way to spend a day this is for you.
Great place to visit in Philly. It is very easy to spend 4-5 hours over there. Must visit the cafe/food court at the first floor, so good.
This is a must see if you are in the Philadelphia area. I am local and have been here many times over the years and I still return. They gave excellent permanent exhibits and special exhibits. The special exhibit area right now features Jasper John.The cafe has a large selection of soups, sandwiches, pizza, and salads. I got a burger and fries which was good. I also got soup which was not very warm. My husband got a chicken salad sandwich which was chock full of chicken salad.Later in the day we stopped at the Balcony Cafe for a cup of coffee and a snack and it was a bit disappointing. First, they did not have any pastries to go with the coffee. Secondly, my latte was super bitter.The last item I would like to include is their accessibility for those who need it. I have limited mobility and use a walker. They have a drop off area at the West entrance for those with special needs. Also, if you look at their website they do a great job of addressing various needs. They have wheelchairs and canes that you can borrow.They even go as far as to mention that there are benches in at least every three gallery’s. I give them huge props for this to not only have the benches but to mention it on their website. This is a huge concern for me when I plan an outing and it allowed me to focus more on the visit instead of worrying about how well I could navigate the museum. When I was there the staff went out of their way to be helpful.
This is one of the largest museums that Ive visited and I must say it is an incredible feat of architecture with one of the greatest assortment of collections. This museum, though it learns more towards European and American collections, has an aesthetically pleasing Asian collection as well. You will definitely need the two days to fully appreciate all found within due to the museums size and the spacing between exhibits and layouts.
Great place. There’s a lot see around. you can enjoy the city view from the front and at the back you can see the river and there’s some food place too. so overall great place.
This is well worth your time - we spent two hours here and only made it through a floor and a half. I would allow a good four hours here, and you could kill eight thanks to the cafe and comprehensive exhibits. The third floor is a gem featuring fully reconstructed rooms from around the world. Walk through a wood-paneled, rustic French room from 1300s Paris and contrast it with the opulent 17th century Parisian salon down the hall; relax in the cloister courtyard; marvel at the Buddhist temple from Beijing and then check out the 14th century Japanese Buddhist shrine next to a complete tea house. Don’t miss Van Gogh’s Sunflowers on the second floor—your path will be lined with gorgeous landscapes by Monet!
The collection will hold many things of interest to any visitor.Works are now presented in a much more engaging way for the visitor. Staff are welcoming and helpful. Gift shop features many local craft artists work for sale in addition to traditional gift shop goodies like postcards and other memorabilia featuring prints of iconic works of art from the collection.I always leave feeling rejuvenated and more creative!A wonderful place to visit solo, with family, as a group of friends, or on a date.
Love park! The city of brotherly love! Always great to see the diversity in Philly! Love sign is a great tradition for us when we come home to visit.
By far one of the best museums I’ve ever been to in the United States.. nyc has great museums but this one in Philly is one of the best as well.. I did my visit in 2 hours and 30 mins.. one can spend at least 3-4 hours looking at everything if not more.. there is plenty of 2 hour street parking around but you have to walk about less than 10 mins or so to get to the museum.. check it out
Spend any time in Philly and youll be familiar with the Museum of Art. At any time of day you will see people running up the stairs and posing at the top or taking pictures with the Rocky statue right nearby.When you decide to go inside, make sure you have plenty of time blocked off. They have pay what you wish admission the first Sunday of every month and every Friday night. There are two entrances, a large entrance on the northwest side and a smaller one on the north side. When we entered without tickets to the north entrance, we were directed to the other one.Once youre inside, you will be instantly wowed! The museum opens up to a massive room with a lovely staircase, a gold statue, massive tapestries of Constantine and the famous Ghost mobile by Alexander Calder. Tangent, Calders father made Swann Fountain in Logan Square and his grandfather made the statue of William Penn atop City Hall.The special exhibit currently is Jasper Johns. He used myriad techniques to create his works and it was fascinating to see his range. After that we came across some beautiful works by 19th century American artists. Then it got wild when we walked up a staircase and were transported into a South Asia world.The fun doesnt stop with the art. The real party is in the elevators. They are massive and we only went in the smaller one. Our fellow passengers said that the massive one was big enough to do a cartwheel in. I proved them wrong by doing a cartwheel in the smaller one.Enjoy your time here and make sure to take advantage of your ticket being good for two days and also at the Rodin Museum nearby! Go see some cool sculptures.
Had to go for the Rocky Steps…. Unfortunately it was closed when we were there… but beautiful surrounds and gardens
Can’t really comment on the inside but the outside is beautiful l. And of course the Rocky steps were cool to run up. Beautiful statues all around.
Big area with a great view. Didnt have the opportunity to go inside the museum that day but looking forward to it. The Rocky movie with Silvester Stallone was filmed at this location.
Highly recommend if you want to see beautiful architect, painting, and statues also I recommend when coming by is to take a picture with the rocky statue and steps before seeing anything else!
We went during the Christmas break. It was awesome. I hadnt been to the museum in years.
Absolutely the best museum! The architecture itself is the beauty and the collections are wonderful. We went there on Friday evening and it was not crowded as we expected.
Lively place to chill on weekends with friends or family 👪 Very enjoyable experiences at this Philadelphia Museum. God Bless America 🇺🇸 🙏
I am a huge fan of Brancusis sculptures and was so excited to see many of them housed at this museum. Your ticket gives you two days at the museum so take your time and joy the art, there is something for everyone. Free parking behind the museum on Waterworks Dr for 2 hours (6am-10pm) if you can find a spot--there is only 1 spot without a limit on Sundays which is to the left of the handicap spots in front of the Lloyd Hall Rec Center ;)
The art museum is perfect, but I only have half an hour to stay here.
Nostalgic is the only way to describe this museum. So many pieces of art in and around the museum. Worth the time and the travel to visit this amazing place.
Fun place to visit with rhe family, Rocky statue outside and the steps but dont forgetbto go inside and che k out some of the great exhibitions on display.
One of the most memorable museums..dont forget to climb the rocky steps..
Great place to visit, make sure to see all the Exhibits. You need at least 2 hours to go through everything.
Beautiful and well organized museum in the heart of Philadelphia. Definitely a must see when visiting the city. Thoughtfully curated and always evolving collection makes it a truly unforgettable experience.
Amazing how this became an attraction site just because of the movie rocky… glad I went because it makes for some great pictures. If your in philly you absolutely need to stop grab some ice cream and snap a few photos here. In addition the museum is most definitely worth visiting however I just went for the stairs lol
Beautiful place to see if you ever go to Philly and you are a Rocky fan.Everyone runs 🏃♂️ up the steps pretending to be rocky. There is one downside to this place.That is all the lazy peddling and hustling people pesting the tourists for money. Do pay them or give them a penny.Tell them to get a job. I call out Philly city officials to address this issue and correct it.
Love this museum, it’s been many years since my last visit…. But I appreciated it even more on this trip. What an incredible collection, Picasso, Duchamp, Twombly, Mondrian , st gaudens… the list goes on and on. All housed in this beautiful architectural temple. This museum is a must see. My one complaint is the signage or lack of it… we walked up those stairs only to find the entrance was on the complete other side
Its always nice to take a walk around the museum day or night. It does not matter if you go inside but the atmosphere is soothing. Best times to go are during the work week after sundown to enjoy the pleasantries of the great center city outdoors. Less is best...meaning traffic (cars and people)😊
I like my experience coming here. The museum has great architecture and many famous masterpieces (Picasso, Cezanne, van Gogh, Delacroix, etc.)
Large museum with various art pieces. Tickets were $25. We went on a Sunday and although we bought our tickets beforehand but there was not wait getting through.
The art museum is a must-see attraction if you’re in Philadelphia. Almost always an interesting exhibit on rotation. The architecture of the building is a piece of art in itself. Lots of nice places to walk around outside of the museum as well. Run up the Rocky Stairs if you’re up for it!
I visited today with my wife and 6.5 year-old-stepson. The museum is stunning and compares well with the Boston MFA and the Met. Because we were constrained by the attention span of a child, we only saw the Arms and Armor, Medieval, and Impressionist galleries, but all were very high quality. The Gehry additions appeared graceful and user-friendly. The staff were gracious and welcoming. My only criticism is that the handicap accessible push-button doors were not working on the West Entrance when we arrived (I use a wheelchair) and it made getting into the building a tad awkward; fortunately, other people usually step in to help. But, overall, this was a wonderful experience; I would go back tomorrow if we did not have to travel.
I like the way how these masterpieces are exhibited in this museum. All items under the same era and the same topic are placed together, and visitors can immerse in that environment when the relics were produced, and it bring you back to hundreds, even thousands of years ago. For example, the overall treating room of a Chinese Temple was rebuilt, a complete Japanese yard was also rebuilt as well. BTW, I can not imagine how people made these 4 thousand years ago, and told us again “nothing is impossible”.
Iconic art museum in Philly, many notable exhibits such as Monet and Van Gogh. Other contemporary painting and sculpture pieces are here as well, a must visit if youre here I Philly!!
Great place for an art lover.. do check out timing before visit and take some good pictures on Rocky steps
Maybe the best Art Museum Ive been to, absolutely massive collection, if you arent being speedy it can easily take a full two days to see and appreciate everything. The curation and organization is done really well and lots of cool decorative and architectural pieces integrated into galleries. The building of the museum itself is super cool to see. There is also a cafe thats nice to visit considering how long you will be in the museum and will probably want some coffee and a snack. Definitely worth the visit.
Impressive! You’ll need a week to see it all! But the tickets work for 2 days ;)
Its great to be able to visit this amazing museum without restrictions in place. The renovations and updates to the inside of the museum are mostly finished and new and expanded spaces are available to see. It takes at least a couple of days to be able to see most of the galleries and exhibits. The location is easy to get to in Philly, parking garage rates are very reasonable and you have the whole parkway of other attractions to go see. Highly recommend a visit at least once or more!
You will need at least 2 days to see all the art in the museum. A peaceful place to enjoy all forms of art, from sculpture to textiles. Spend time with the art, do some journaling or just take a moment and marvel at the beauty.
Great experience for the whole family! They had exhibits that I wasnt even expecting, like the weapons and armor exhibit and the ancient Asian rooms and temple recreation! We spent 4.5 hrs there and still had more to see! Great museum!!
Total reviews rating 4.8
100 Reviews for Philadelphia Museum of Art 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-03Visited on Friday. There are some free parking spots behind park (Azalea Garden) of the museum. They could be somewhat limited on weekend. I would recommend visiting the museum on weekdays if time permits. Friendly and accommodating staff. There is a decent collection of art work and historical pieces of variety. Good for a two-plus-hour visit.
Review №2
2022-03-29The artwork was spectacular I looked at just about every piece of art The collection was huge I stayed there for about an hour just taking pictures and viewing artwork if youre into art I will most definitely recommend that you go there now while they have their exhibition up. My favorite section was the section that had the medieval weapons and armor I even posted many pictures of what they had my favorite was the great sword it was cool
Review №3
2022-04-07Huge museum with sooo many must see pieces!Note- the entrance at the top of the Rocky Steps is closed. You have to use the North/East entrances.The printed map they provide has indicators of specific works that are renowned, so on my quick visit I made a point to see those. A huge variety of art and artifacts (American, European, Asian, Modern, etc). Helpful and friendly staff, clean restrooms, overall very respectful visitors. Highly recommend visiting this museum.
Review №4
2022-05-27Coming from an architectural background, this was an experienced of a lifetime. The scale, silence, store carvings and the art displays; everything was just perfect.If you are an art lover or if you just wanna spend time this would be the place. PS It has fine dine services as well, incase you wanna take your date for a charming experience.Go on Fridays and pay as you wish.Experience: 5/5Value for money: 5/5Overall: 5.0
Review №5
2022-04-07This art museum had a large collection and body of work. We spent about 3 hours exploring the 3 floors. We had lunch in the Cafe and the food was good but the banana bread is a must! The staff was unobtrusive but helpful and friendly. They have moved the Rocky Statue to a lower level so you no longer need to walk the 72 steps to get to him. Admission was $25 per person and the discounted parking rate is $15. Removed one star because getting to the parking lot was not easy and they did not offer a GPS address which left us guessing and riding around until we happened to stumble upon it.
Review №6
2022-01-26Amazing!! Start this wonderful experience by walking (or running) up the Rocky Steps and spend enough time to get inspired by world known art pieces. I visited on Friday evening with pay as you wish admission, which you can easily book online. It was quiet in the evening time. A must see in Philly!
Review №7
2022-04-04I could stay for days and never get bored. My recommendation is that you plan several visits and in each of these, choose one of the galleries to dedicate more time to. Subscribe to receive notifications of all the activities carried out during the year. The first Sunday of the month is pay what you wish..All the museums in Philadelphia are definitely excellent.
Review №8
2022-04-24Amazing all day experience. The restaurant Stir downstairs is out of this world. Best quiche Ive ever had and Ive had many at some of the best places. The cucumber mint cocktail in the restaurant was also good. Handicap entrances are the North and West entrances. East entrance is frustrating, ramps on either side that lead to more stairs.
Review №9
2022-05-30One of the best museums on the east coast. Impossible to see everything in one visit as the collection is large and on 3 floors. The art is well displayed and doesnt seem crowded because of its size. Great views of the city from the steps. Good restaurant too.
Review №10
2022-04-12Awesome experience. Worth the price of admission. You get two days to use it (which youll need because its so big). Loved the armor room. Staff are wicked friendly and very chill.