Explorer - AMNH NYC

Name: Explorer - AMNH NYC
Rating: 4 (1049 reviews)
Author: American Museum of Natural History

By: American Museum of Natural History

A personalized guide to the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in NYC.

Features & Capabilities

Explorer is the official free mobile app for the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York City. It offers visitors turn-by-turn navigation, detailed maps, and personalized recommendations based on your interests to enhance your museum experience. The app identifies your location inside the museum using innovative Bluetooth beacon technology, providing shortest and accessible routes to exhibits, restrooms, shops, and exits.

With support for multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese, Explorer helps you go beyond just sightseeing. Dive deeper with videos, quizzes, and detailed exhibit content. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent guest, this app optimizes your visit, ensuring you won’t miss key attractions. Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Explorer is your essential companion for discovering the wonders of AMNH efficiently and enjoyably.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Education

By:

American Museum of Natural History

Downloads:

699,984 570

Rating:

4.00

(1,049)

Version:

4.0.1 Last updated: 2025-11-03

Version code:

217

Creation date:

2015-03-26

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH Moderate risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN Moderate risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE Low risk

Size:

61.87MB

Email:

ex*****@amnh.org

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-09

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 81,844 ▼ 200

Other platforms

Explorer - AMNH NYC (v4.0.0)

3.90

(112)

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Developed by:

American Museum of Natural History

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.amnh.explorer

Email:

ex*****@amnh.org

Website:

https://www.amnh.org

User Reviews

Users praise Explorer for indoor navigation and context-rich exhibit info that saves time, but report stability problems, missing in-app navigation features like a full map or exhibit index, and ticket-linking issues, along with some confusing UI. The core navigation is strong while reliability and planning features need work.

Pros

Accurate indoor navigation that helps you reach exhibits quickly.
Helps you know where you are in the museum with helpful routing and position indication.
Provides exhibit information and videos that enrich the visit.
Saves time and reduces the need to carry a big map.
Overall positive usability and usefulness for visiting the museum.

Cons

Frequent crashes and stability issues on multiple Android devices (e.g., Pixel 6 Pro, Galaxy J3).
Missing a comprehensive in-app map, exhibit index, or floor/grouping to browse efficiently.
Ticket management is unstable: hard to find reserved tickets and linking tickets can crash.
Usability/UI issues: confusing controls, unclear floor levels, and navigation start hints.