How To Plan a Trip To the Museum

Check out local city magazines, like Time Out or ones like New York Magazine in NYC

Poll the party you’ll be going with to see which museums they want to visit. Pick a place with something for everyone.

Go online to find out what times the museum will be open, what the price of admission is, and whether and when any special exhibits will be available.

If you have children, check to see if the museum has any special areas for kids.

If you’re interested in a guided tour—which can be very informative—check the schedule and costs. If you’re in a foreign country, check the available languages.

If the museum website provides online maps, take a look at them to plan your excursion. It’ll help you get to the exhibits you want to see.

Check for how you’re going to get there—by car, train, bus, or rickshaw. Be sure to have enough cash to pay for your transportation.

Set aside clothing that’s both comfortable and appropriate for a museum. Ideally, nice but not restrictive. Remember that you’ll be on your feet.

If you have children, just before you go make sure they’re fed, have gone to the restroom, and that they have enough energy for the excursion.

Now get to the museum and enjoy the art!