Museums and Science Centers
Museum
Cradle of Aviation Museum
Long Island aviation and space museum with seventy-plus aircraft, a real Apollo Lunar Module, flight simulators and a dome theater.
Ages
3–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~3hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Indoor
Long Islands aviation and space museum on the old Mitchel Field, with more than seventy aircraft and spacecraft including a genuine Apollo Lunar Module built on Long Island by Grumman. Kids climb into cockpits, work flight simulators and walk under fighters hung from the ceiling. A dome theater runs space and nature films. The Junior Jet Club area is aimed at the under-sixes with soft play and toy planes. Combine it with the childrens museum next door for a full indoor day.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
Paid admission; dome theater films ticketed separately, check current rates (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Cradle of Aviation Museum cost?
- Admission to Cradle of Aviation Museum is paid. Paid admission; dome theater films ticketed separately, check current rates (verify)
- What ages is Cradle of Aviation Museum good for?
- Cradle of Aviation Museum is best for kids ages 3 to 18+.
- Is Cradle of Aviation Museum stroller friendly?
- Yes, Cradle of Aviation Museum is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Cradle of Aviation Museum?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Cradle of Aviation Museum.
- How hard is Cradle of Aviation Museum?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Cradle of Aviation Museum free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Cradle of Aviation Museum. Paid admission; dome theater films ticketed separately, check current rates (verify)
- What should I bring to Cradle of Aviation Museum?
- Comfortable shoes, socks for the junior play area
- How long does Cradle of Aviation Museum take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Cradle of Aviation Museum.
- When is the best time to visit Cradle of Aviation Museum?
- Year-round. Check dome theater show times before you arrive.
- Is there parking at Cradle of Aviation Museum?
- Free Museum Row lot shared with the Long Island Children's Museum