The Frick Collection Review

A little pricey ($22) but well worth it if you like European paintings and decorative art.

An unexpected jewel of a stunning private collection of artwork housed in what used to be the Frick family residence. The artwork: Rembrandt, Tintoretto, Vermeer... the list goes on and on. Large, unique and gorgeous artwork. The residence: A beautiful and elegant house located next to Central Park complete with a garden, grand staircase, and enclosed portico. (Photos of artwork not allowed.) A must-see in NYC!!

Don t miss the Moroni exhibit. The permanent collection is small but worth it. You re not allowed to take photos.

Fabulous mansion with world class art. Not to be missed!

Absolutely lovely museum. The art is beautiful and very well preserved, and the setting within an opulent home is unique. More interesting for those with a particular interest in older paintings (18th-19th century). Kids under 10 not permitted.

The one magnificent painting of Bellini's Saint Francis receiving the Stigmata is worth the price of admission alone. Also, do not miss the Rembrandt self-portrait as a much older man.

Beautiful home turned into art museum. Small but every detail is well designed.

Beautiful home, beautiful art and beautiful furniture!

Very beautiful, small museum. The architecture and interior design themselves are more than enough to have good reasons to visit this place.

One of my favourite museums in Manhattan - a really interesting and eclectic mix of objects collected over a lifetime. Originally a private collection, it is now available to the public.

One of the best all time small museums in the US, beautiful setting, gorgeous architecture, great collection. Easy to consume on a quite day in NYC.

Exquisite masterpieces within a mansion full of antique furniture.

Normally I love seeing art. This museum is over priced for just one floor of and small exhibit. It's also very strict with its picture taking so don't think you'll go home with a memory.

Beautiful hidden gem, definitely one of my favorite museums in the city. It s perfect to wander around, marvel over the art pieces and to imagine yourself in old New York. Entrance is $22 for an adult, $12 for students. There are free audio guides at the entrance, they are definitely worth it!

Beautiful and interesting collection. I visited last year, and greatly enjoyed my visit. The staff that I encountered was nice, and the museum wasn't croweded or overwhelming (I went on a Sunday). A must-see when you're Uptown!

The people working there were extremely rude to me and unwilling to help when I had a question.

I did one of their free late night at the Frick events - it was a really cool experience and definitely different than most museums in the area because you get inside and realize that it is just a mansion from long ago. It exudes a muted elegance that simultaneously blocks out the feeling of hectic city living while mirroring the city's history like a snapshot in time.

This is a charming NYC Museum. Watch the video first them walk the rooms and take it all in. Think what life was like at tbe turn of the century

The Frick is one of my all-time favorite museums in the world. With an audio guide you can see the entire collection in two hours. Henry Frick did an outstanding job of collecting Rembrandt, three Vermeers, van Dyck, El Greco (St. Jerome), Bellini's St. Francis, Holbein's Thomas More and Thomas Cromwell, and many more. The sculptures, furniture and china are also noteworthy. A must-see place if you are visiting NYC.

Beautiful building and good collection. Not too crowded either.

It was a wonderful experience unfortunately as a country we don t have the time to enjoy the great artists as much as we should. Please continue to make these great works available to the public. I only wish I had an earlier appreciation of such great works. Art and music has become my life.

Very nice house, with lots of nice paintings. Be aware that photo's are only allowed in the garden. (center of the house)

Stilted, somehow dark & negative building, a relief to get out again

Wonderful collection of 19th century paintings. Beautiful mansion.

It's a magical place, once you are here inside the museum you don't want to go back. The building, art , the whole feel is wonderful. I would definitely recommend visiting The Frick Collection if you are in town.

Sometimes you need a quiet place to reflect in Manhattan, and this is a spot where you can take in great art in a refined setting. The setting suits the collection and while it isn't an expansive place, you can spend hours taking in the ambiance.

Amazing collection of paintings, especially 18th century masterpieces. However, they do not allow photographs, which was very disappointing. If they don t allow photographs, they should have catalogs that are high quality but the photos in the books and catalogs are very poor. And the security people could learn a thing or two from museums in London, in manners.

Great collection, but it's a shame that photography is not allowed.

Excellent colection of some of the most impressive art works - a must see for anyone who likes classic art.

Beautiful collection of classical works, in an amazing setting of a luxury early century home turned museum. Went on the free day, and got my headset and spent hours among beautiful large works being captivated and inspired as an artist. There were only a few impressionist/ expressionist works which was a bummer because those are my favorites but it was fascinating to see what the masters before the impressionists were creating and how that might have inspired the next generation of the time. The staff were all courteous, the setting was peaceful, and they offer free drawing at the Frick on certain nights which I have signed up for, I think that's such a beautiful idea and I love an establishment that engages the community. Highly recommend this place for a visit.

The price is a little steep, but otherwise a very nice visit.

This great place to go with family and friends. Enjoy the history

Amazing works of art showcased inside a building that itself is a work of art.

Elegant space and quite, rather erudite vibe. (Take a walk in Central Park or 5th avenue to finish the day more wonderfully.) The whole buiding is decorated exquisitely but the size of the collection is not as big as other major art galleries or museums. Not really recommended for kids- very mature space and not much photography allowed.

The best place we have visited this trip. A must see

This is a fabulous collection of art, furniture and more! A great way to see alot of stuff in a short period of time. I always take visiting family/friends here. Super impressive!

Beautiful works from the ages. Spectacular interior design and beauty. Free audio tour is available for ticket costs.

Interesting place to visit in New York close to Central Park. Frick collection is really interesting

Everything the Met has, the Frick has (in terms of landmark European artists. If you like somebody more obscure or if you re looking for non-European art this is not the most comprehensive place). The presentation is less confusing than at the Met, because there is less of it, and only the very best stuff. I will never forget the room with all the British portraits or the fireplace with Thomas Cromwell and Thomas Moore on either side. Courtyard is enjoyable to sit in for a while too.

This was a spot that made it onto my list because of all the good online lists it has made for Top NY Museums. The place is easy to find and admission was $18 for adults. My bf and I arrived on a Sunday afternoon a little more than an hour before closing. The collection is beautiful and I especially loved walking through a place that was actual used as a private residence. Unfortunately, we didn't read up well enough before arriving to realize the self-guided audio is included in the cost of the ticket - Fail! Overall, we really enjoyed the collection, the space and the beautiful indoor fountain. This place is totally worth the visit for tourists and locals alike.

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Beautiful art collection in a beautiful mansion across the street from Central Park. Not too crowded.

Awesome location with a niche collection. If you ve been to all the key stops. This is one of the places that follows.

The mansion with a rich history. I was there for an event.

Some of the best paintings in the world. Satisfying that you end up seeing every piece in the place. Stunning classic home. Cool antique clocks to boot.

Eautiful house with high end art that will keep you interest d and engaged for a while.

Lovely little mansion with charming exhibition. It is one of the places where the audio guide is actually great - and it's free, so make sure to grab one! My favorite rooms were the big room with the paintings and the small blue room with baby figures as adults. I got so fascinated that I spent more time than anticipated, so I actually didn't get to see everything...

Oh my! Another incredible museum in NYC. If you are done with all the big NYC museums, this should be your next in line.
Incredible story of Mr Flick and how he collected all the art you will find in his house, now converted in museum.

A jewel. The villa, and the pieces of art, unexpected and unbelieveble.

Best museum in NYC - serene mansion on Museum Row (5th Avenue).

I had always wanted to visit but did not have a chance until recently. The collection is simply amazing. Must have spent over four hours listening to the wonderful audio guide while admiring every piece of work. A wonderful experience.

Great collection. Pay what you can/free hours on Sunday.

The streets were packed with shoppers but what a joy to visit the Frick. It is rare that a setting and the art blend so beautifully. It was like viewing art in someone's home. It was a peaceful and delightful experience with excellent art.

JMW Turner has some really transcendent works on display here. I was impressed with the collection overall, but the Turner stuff was really something else. I'd go back just for that!

Incredible collection, be sure to visit the Boucher room!

One of my favorite place in NYC.
Will be good choice if you love decorative crafts and classical works. Programs of the monthly event 'First Fridays' are also nice.

Amazing collection in beautiful surroundings. It s not a big museum. About an hour to walk through and see everything. But well worth a visit.

Small, beautiful museum housed in a beautiful 5th Ave mansion.

Beautiful place, and well selected pieces of art!
Much better than the MET for classic European paintings and such!

A fabulous collection with free audio. $22 entry per adult. Good multiple short talks available from knowledgeable staff. The only thing I was disappointed by is that apart from the interior garden you are not allowed to take photographs. The Collection is not overwhelming like it is at the MIT but there is still plenty to look at for a good two to three hours in this place including some absolutely marvellous works by Rembrandt, Turner, De Goya and so many others famous ones also Vermeer.

They don't let you take picures inside which is a plus. You don't have people waving their phones around exhibits. You're surrounded by people who genuinly appreciate the beauty of the art and sculptures displayed. Beautiful, beautiful gallery off the side of Central Park. If you like renaissance artwork, definitely a must when in New york

Beautiful museum. I wish they open a second floor for public

First Fridays of the month are free to the public after 6pm!

A nice compact museum of mostly randomly collected art from various places and ages. The house itself is worth a trip.

One of my favorite American museums. Keep an eye out for couples reunited and mortal enemies stuck starting at each other en perpetuity...Delish! The outdoor gardens are allegedly not ever opened for visitors which is too sad but the indoor courtyard is lovely to sit in.

Exceptionally awesome mansion containing a few really nice arts

There are dozens of outstanding, marvelous pieces of art by world renowned masters in this gorgeous, serene mansion located in the heart of Manhattan. A must visit by every art lover.

A carefully cultivated smaller museum. This museum is the collection of the robber baron Henry Clay Frick. Frick collected some impressive pieces. Among his collection, Rembrandt, Whistler, Renoir, El Grecco and Hals.

What a strange and interesting place. Walking in reminded me of nothing more than entering a pricey mausoleum. The effect is reinforced by the coldness of the stone walls and the dark wood decor. It was a building constructed to impress and intimidate but not to be inviting. The art contained in the house is another matter. The Turner painting of Fishing Boats Entering Calais, the Stuart Washington portrait, St. Francis in the Wilderness, and the Progress of Love were among my favorites.

This is a manageable day visit than the Metropolitan and provides a perspective not only of the art exhibited by how the "Robber Barons" lived. You can almost feel the ghosts of Johnstown hovering in the corners.

The art collection (in Henry Clay Frick s house) had nice art but you re NOT ALLOWED to take photos unless if it s outside or in the garden court and children UNDER AGE 10 are not admitted and if you are but you don t know that (like me when I came here) you have to pretend that you re 11

The frick collection is personal.museum . If you enjoy collections of a steel baron and have a soft spot for 17th century art and bourgeois pretence this place can definitely provide you with it. The German clocks specifically are masterpieces in their own right.

A favorite place to visit, a "doable" museum with a friendly vibe. European masters of painting and sculpture. A bit of construction now, and more soon. Second level of the Frick mansion will be available soon.

Lovely setting, great art, beautiful original mansion on mansion row, interesting history. A large Art Collection belonging to Millionaire Industrialist Henry Clay Frick, displayed in his residence. Loved the gorgeous setting and Architecture of this museum. It's a mansion built in the gilded age, and so many of the NYC mansions have sadly been demolished! The Art Collection is fabulous too. I recommend pulling up the audio tour on your phone, bring your headset! Or the museum has an audio tour they offer. I could have spent a few hours there, but the group I was with wanted to power thru. People who work there could be more upbeat, so it gets a one star ding.

Wonderful collection of art with a fantastic free audio guide. No children and no photos allowed but this meant no distractions. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would happily go back, although the admission price is a bit steep.

First Saturdays at the Frick from 6-9! Get there early. Do the tours. Enjoy the live music. Pick up a sketch pad

When people ask, I recommend this museum over the Met. The Met's amazing, don't get me wrong, but this place is equally special if you take into account how the collection was acquired and the history of the building itself. Plus, the Frick collection is much more manageable if you're pressed for time.

Find a way to do both, but if you're really pressed for time, I say go here so you can take your time to enjoy what you're looking at.