New York City is a wonderful place to consume art. After a recent visit and personal refresher here are some tips I wanted to capture for visiting the majors... 

MOMA  A must for any modern art lover. Admission is $25 but free on Friday evenings from 4-8pm. Take a break halfway through to enjoy a glass of wine or cocktail and a small bite in their Terrace 5 cafe.   

The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) The largest museum in the US and amongst the 10 largest in the world. Recommended adult admission is is $22 for adults but it is always pay as you wish. At over 4 blocks the collection is vast and serious overwhelming. It's wise to make a bit of a plan versus wandering. Even spending most of the day there will barely scratch the surface. It is really easy to lose track of time. You'll likely want to break and eat. Skip the cafeteria in the basement. There are two cafes that are better - the Petrie Court cafe and the American wing cafe. Or if you're there Fri or Sat eve, enjoy drinks and snacks in the Great Hall Balcony. 

The Guggenheim Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic building which is among the 20th century's most important architectural landmarks. Small renowned collection with many significant works with special exhibits featured in the museums great rotunda. Admission is $22 with pay as you wish hours every Saturday evening from 5:45 - 7:45. 

The Whitney - Closed till May 1, 2015  Not to be overlooked is the collection of 20th and 21st century art at The Whitney. The new Whitney, designed by architect Renzo Piano and located between the High Line and the Hudson River, will open in May 2015 and provide a more comprehensive view of their unsurpassed collection of modern and contemporary American art.