Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket in New York
New York, United States

Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket

Outty Ranking 47 3.9 · 160 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $50

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47/100

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3.9/5

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Is Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket worth booking?

Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket is a 1-hour experience in New York, United States, from $50 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 160 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
47 / 100
Rating
3.9/5 (160)
Duration
1 hours
From
$50 per person

Explore Mercer Labs, the museum where cutting-edge technology powers one-of-a-kind art installations. Discover our Limitless and After Dark exhibitions, featuring 15 ultra-sensory, 360°, immersive experiences designed to

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore Mercer Labs, the museum where cutting-edge technology powers one-of-a-kind art installations. Discover our Limitless and After Dark exhibitions, featuring 15 ultra-sensory, 360°, immersive experiences designed to stun and inspire guests of all ages. Located in the heart of downtown NYC, this one-of-a-kind, multi-level gallery sprawls across 15 fully interactive exhibition rooms. From hypnotic sonic experiences to perspective-shifting video installations, Mercer Labs offers an inspiring and creative playground you must see, hear, touch and feel to believe. EXPERIENCE THE EXTRAORDINARY only in New York City at MERCER LABS.

    What's included

    Included

    • Colossal projections and stunning infinity rooms
    • Our Volumetric room incorporates 507,000 LED lights (Largest installation of its kind)
    • Interactive Drawing Station to scan personalized coloring creations into 3D digital video ecosystem
    • MERCER LABS Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket
    • Immerse yourself in the most unique 4D Sound gallery in the world

    What you'll see and do

    1. Mercer Labs

      First you will encounter the Window, a portal to the infinite before entering the colossal Map Room featuring 16K laser projections and. Immerse yourself in the most unique 4D Sound gallery in the world with omni-directional sound that renders vivid space sound holograms with precision and clarity Stunning infinity rooms and the largest installation of its kind - The Dragon Room incorporates music and over half a million LEDs creating an unparalleled visual experience. The final level includes an interactive Drawing Station where you can scan your personalized animal creations into a live 3D video ecosystem. Slide into a Ball Pond, experience a larger-than-life Chess game with movable sculptures and a robotic encounter.

      Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Mercer Labs

    21 Dey Street, 22 Cortlandt Street, New York City, New York, 10007, United States

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Mercer Labs · 21 Dey Street, 22 Cortlandt Street, New York City, New York, 10007, United States

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Mercer Labs

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 150 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Good for families

    3 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Physical effort

    2 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    150 verified traveler reviews for Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    84
    4 star
    17
    3 star
    16
    2 star
    15
    1 star
    18
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    margaret_d · August 2026

    This was a fun museum and...

    This was a fun museum and full of lights. Self pace tour which is good. Sunday was a good day to visit. Staff friendly

    via Viator

    ryantT7455BK · August 2026

    Don't get fooled. No art

    Quite literally the worst customer service. 100% tourist trap. 0% art

    via Tripadvisor

    Holmert_R · July 2026

    It is not worthy. Disappointing!!

    It is too expensive, definitely it is not worthy. I would spend my money on something else. I would not recommend it

    via Viator

    mwfoodie · June 2026

    Expensive political lecture disguised as "immersive art" — Avoid!

    Do not waste your money on Mercer Labs if you are expecting a genuine, high-tech immersive art experience like ARTECHOUSE or other digital exhibits. This place is a classic case of false advertising. The advertisements and videos make it look like a cutting-edge visual journey, but the actual experience feels incredibly cheap, disorganized, and entirely lacking in the depth or quality you’d expect for the steep ticket price. To make matters worse, the exhibit has a bizarre, heavy-handed agenda that they completely hide from you until you're inside. I noticed a recurring theme of a crown hovering over the heads of children and animals. When I asked a staff member what the crown symbol was supposed to mean, I was shocked by the response. They said it was designed to promote anti-capitalism and anti-greed, and that the exhibit "needed to teach children and adults about socialism." I came here for an artistic, immersive escape, not a forced political lecture. Had I known this place was going to push a specific ideological agenda on its guests—especially targeting children—I would not have gone. Save your time and your cash, and go to a real art museum instead.

    via Tripadvisor

    Jayne_K · June 2026

    Take time to watch...

    Take time to watch exhibit. Special effects are very cool. Don't miss anything.the kids loved the ball pit.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $50 to $57
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    56
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 47

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)27
    Review evidence (18% weight)65
    Booking momentum (14% weight)59
    Value for money (12% weight)29
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.

    How much does Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket cost?

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    Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.

    Is Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 160 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket?

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    Around 56 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology Admission Ticket start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in New York?

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    New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit New York?

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    September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in New York?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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