McNay Art Museum
4.7(3,438)4.7 out of 5 stars, 3438 reviews San Antonio, TX
About McNay Art Museum
The McNay Art Museum offers a unique blend of art appreciation, interactive experiences, and family-friendly events, making it a valuable destination for families looking to enrich their children's cultural education.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for educational outingsArt enthusiasts of all agesVisitors interested in cultural events and concertsChildren aged 5-12 can enjoy interactive exhibits and art appreciationTeens may appreciate the contemporary and historical art displays
Why families love it
- Variety of art collections including Picasso and local children's art
- Special exhibitions like 'Designing Shakespeare'
- Beautiful outdoor garden and sculptures
- Friendly and informative staff
- Free admission for military and veterans
- Spotlight section for local children's art
Insider tips
- Pre-order tickets to avoid long lines
- Check the museum's website for current events and exhibitions
- Visit during weekdays to avoid larger crowds
Good to know before you go
- Weekends during peak hours when the museum may be crowded
- Days with special events that may lead to larger crowds
- Parking can be tight in the front, though additional parking is available
- Some parents may find it challenging to manage younger children in a museum setting
- Crowds
- Busy on weekends and during special events
- Value
- Admission prices vary; military and veterans enter for free. The value includes access to diverse art collections and special exhibitions, which are often not available in other local venues.
- Food
- No outside food or drink allowed within the museum
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible facilities
- Safety
- Staff presence throughout the museum for assistance and safety
What parents say
"Came here for violin concert last night and it was amazing! Very friendly staff, very professional. The museum adjacent to the event area had a prelude music rehearsal with the quartet while you’re immersing yourself with the beautiful ballet exhibit. Clear instructions and I got to see the fountain at night. They had open bar, water was available and decent crowd. You should be able to see their events on the site. And to top it all, I was able to retrieve my purse I forgot the night. A whole different level of respect to the staff promoting music, arts, culture at the least. Must see if yo"
3 months ago
"I was absolutely stunned by this beautiful museum. My husband and I pre-ordered same-day tickets, which we were able to show on our phones, and came in without any issue at all. Parking can be tight in the front, but they do have plenty of additional parking to the left. The museum has different sections including a sculpture hall, special exhibitions, and their main collection. They even had a Spotlight! section for local children’s art. The collection really was phenomenal, with a large variety in pieces and plenty of things to see. One of the current special exhibitions was Designing Shakes"
4 weeks ago
"Excellent selection of choice art and sculptures both inside and outside on the garden grounds. They also have exhibits that change throughout the year. I very much enjoyed all aspects of this fine place. Staff were very helpful and informative throughout my visit here. You will love this place inside and outside for sure."
a month ago
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