FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Welcome to the The Frick Collection's Web site, where we hope to provide answers to some of the questions most frequently asked by our visitors. Nearly all of the information provided in this section can be found elsewhere on the Web site, and in each case appropriate links have been provided. You may also wish to search the Web site using the search feature available at the upper right in the toolbar.

May I purchase tickets in advance?

Not for general admission. Tickets for concerts can be purchased in advance; see Concerts for more information. Occasionally, special exhibitions may sell timed tickets. See Exhibitions.

Are there dining facilities?

No, there are no eating facilities. Click here to find restaurants in the area.

May I check a suitcase?

No, this is not permitted. Travel luggage, camping backpacks, and garment bags are not permitted in the coatroom.

Do umbrellas, coats, packages, and backpacks need to be checked?

Free checking is provided in the coatroom for the following items which must be checked: coats (unless they are going to be worn), packages, large umbrellas, and large handbags. Small umbrellas may be taken into the galleries but only in bags issued by the Collection.

Is there a parking garage or parking facilities?

No, there is only street parking. There is a parking garage at the Metropolitan Museum of Art at Fifth Avenue and 80th Street; click here for additional parking information (the window will launch nyc.bestparking.com; the red star is The Frick Collection; the garages are indicated by cars; detailed information is provided and rates may be calculated).

May I take photographs?

No, this is not allowed in the galleries.

Are there guided tours?

The Frick Collection offers guided tours for school groups and private groups. Please click the links for more information.

Does the Frick offer an audio guide?

The Frick Collection is pleased to provide Acoustiguide audio tours, a random-access digital audio guide that offers recorded information about the masterpieces on view through a lightweight, handheld listening device. The system, which provides up to three hours of material in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish, is included in the price of admission. A catalogue of related texts is available from the Museum Shop.

May I bring a child in a stroller or backpack?

No, children under ten are not allowed in the galleries. The Collection attempts to preserve the ambience of Mr. Frick's private house, and because few ropes or cases are used to protect fragile objects, children under ten are not admitted. We suggest that if two people are coming with a child, one can wait with the child in the Reception Hall while the other visits the galleries.

Are you open late any evening?

No. However, there are occasional evening programs. For more information, see: Programs.