The best museums in the world have just been named in this year’s Travelers’ Choice awards, and we went to the TripAdvisor Forums to ask travelers what they think visitors should know before venturing to a museum to make the most out of their visits. While there are a wide variety of museums that encompass diverse collections of art, artifacts and history, these tips can help you take advantage of all the spectacular things museums have to offer.

1. Know the opening and closing times of the museum(s) you’re visiting so that you can potentially visit later in the day to take advantage of evening hours. Avoiding large crowds makes a world of difference when exploring museums. (pamelapancakes from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
2. Sign up and subscribe to the museums that interest you the most. By doing so, you’ll be kept up-to-date about upcoming and current exhibits through newsletters. (Aynat62 from Sydney, Australia)
3. Research the collection of a museum before visiting and focus on those that will be most interesting to you, instead of aimlessly wandering through the museum or following the crowd. (pamelapancakes from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
4. Visit the museums and exhibits that interest you most instead of worrying about what the most popular things to see are. Also, don’t think that because others have suggested that you spend a certain amount of time at a museum that it’s absolutely necessary. (237jeffm from Dallas, Texas)
5. Buying tickets in advance for permanent collections is rarely necessary, but depending on an exhibit’s popularity, it may be best to purchase in advance. (m e z from Sydney, Australia)
6. If you have time, aim to only visit one museum per day so that you can see and appreciate all the exhibits and artwork. (pamelapancakes from Pittsburg, Pennsylvania)
7. Consider doing a treasure or scavenger hunt if you’re going with younger children. Some companies offer themed tours, and although it can be more expensive, it’s a great way to engage kids and make the trip more enjoyable for them. (pamelapancakes from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
8. Also, get the younger kids in your group copies of children’s books in advance from the museum to help get them excited for their visits. (ztaks from Manhattan, New York)
9. Visit museums that tell the history of the city you’re in. It’s one of the best ways to familiarize yourself with the city you’re visiting. (m e z from Sydney, Australia)
10. See if there are free tours or suggested itineraries available on the museum’s website and take advantage of them whenever possible, especially if you’re not familiar with that particular museum. (Cangarcia from Avellaneda, Argentina)
11. Ask the staff at the information center about how to best explore the museum. They will give you great advice if you tell them your interests and your budget. (Cangarcia from Avellaneda, Argentina)
12. When observing paintings, be courteous of others around you by not hogging them by standing too close, for too long. Other visitors want to see them, too! (ziggy60 from Staten Island, New York)
13. Leave enough time to peruse through the museum gift shop. You can find postcards of your favorite artwork or exhibit, which will bring back fond memories of your visit every time you see it. (IlliniTrav from Illinois
14. Consider becoming a member of a museum, even if you don’t frequent it extremely often. If you’re a member, you’ll receive magazines that will give you more in-depth information and invites to member-only previews and events. (m e z from Sydney, Australia)
15. Grab a bite to eat at the museum if it has a restaurant or café. It will save you time so that you can continue exploring without leaving for nourishment. (Charliie2109 from Santa Fe, New Mexico)
16. If you don’t have a lot of time to explore a museum, look for the “highlights” tour that will give you an overall feel of it without having to spend a lot of time there. (owl_86 from London, England)
https://www.tripadvisor.com/blog/what-you-must-know-before-visiting-a-museum/
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