Philadelphia Museum of Art
4.8(21,441)4.8 out of 5 stars, 21441 reviews Philadelphia, PA
About Philadelphia Museum of Art
The Philadelphia Museum of Art offers a rich cultural experience with diverse collections and engaging activities, making it a worthwhile destination for families looking to explore art in a vibrant setting.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Family outings, educational trips, cultural experiencesAll ages, particularly engaging for curious minds and families with children aged 5-12
Why families love it
- Well-planned third floor with continuous collections
- Unique courtyard replicas from different countries
- Live music performances enhance the visit
- Diverse art collections including paintings, drawings, and sculptures
- Interactive sections that encourage exploration
- Outdoor areas like the Rocky steps for photos
Insider tips
- Plan to spend at least 2-3 hours to fully enjoy the museum
- Consider visiting during holidays or weekends for free parking
- Check for live music events during your visit
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak hours when the museum may be crowded
- High ticket prices for adults ($30)
- Parking costs can be misleading ($30 instead of $15 after validation)
- Crowds
- Can get busy during weekends and holidays, especially with family visitors
- Value
- Adult tickets are $30, which may be considered high, but the extensive collections and interactive experiences provide good value. Be aware of potential hidden parking costs.
- Food
- No specific food and drink rules mentioned, but it is advisable to check in advance
- Accessibility
- The museum is generally accessible, but specific accommodations for special needs were not mentioned in the reviews
- Safety
- No specific safety measures mentioned in the reviews
What parents say
"I really enjoyed this museum, the third floor is well planned with a continuous following of collections. You can spend hours and hours wandering around (I would suggest at least 2-3 hours for the first visit). Clean, organized, and well maintained. Not a fan of the ground space, this is where everything gets lost, so skip it if you'd like."
2 months ago
"Parking was easy but cost me $30 when the sign clearly said $15 after validation. The missing was large and full of surprises. Each room felt like you were entering a portal to another realm. Had a great time."
a week ago
"A great museum with a history. A massive building with 1-2 hours worth visit to the curious minds. A family visit to the location would be a treat to the entire family. Tickets are a bit pricey for adults $30. It's in the middle of Philadelphia.People can walk around the area. Many tour buses operate in the area and there are ample car parking available as well. Free parking in the city during holidays and weekends. Rockey Statue is situated on the other side of the museum with 5 minutes of walk."
a week ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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