Overview
Mobile ticket
From children looking for an adventure to artists looking for inspiration, there is something for everyone at The Corning Museum of Glass. Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, the Museum is halfway between Niagara Falls and New York City.
Live demonstrations!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A typical museum visit is approximately 3-4 hours, but you can spend as much time as you’d like and return the following day with this 2-day ticket
Free admission for customers age 17 and under
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What To Expect
Corning Museum of Glass
Showcasing more than 3,500 years of glassmaking history, the Corning Museum of Glass features nearly 50,000 pieces of classic and contemporary glass art and objects. See works ranging from a small Egyptian pharaoh head to an enormous Tiffany window, and discover the wonder and artistry behind glassmaking. Explore the stunning day-lit Contemporary Art + Design Wing, which houses the best of the last 25 years in glass, and a 500-seat Amphitheater Hot Shop, a space dedicated to live glass demos and design sessions. See glass created before your eyes during a live, narrated Hot Glass Demo, and be inspired to experience glassmaking for yourself during a Make Your Own Glass workshop, with projects for all ages. Choose from fused picture frames and suncatchers, sandblasted drinking glasses, flameworked beads, pulled-glass flowers, delicate blown ornaments, and seasonal projects (additional fee). You can also search the gift shops for handmade glass treasures or grab a bite at the museum cafe. Spend as much time as you'd like at the museum touring at your own pace, and return the next day if you didn't get enough!
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General Admisson
What‘s Included
Admission ticket valid for 2 consecutive days
Food and drinks (available for purchase at Museum Cafe)
Optional Make Your Own Glass workshop ($14-$150).
Meeting points
Corning Museum of Glass
1 Museum Way, Corning United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
576 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Museum was fantastic and the shop has so many different glass items, there’s lots to like.
ianinitaly,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had travelled from UK to visit and was glad I had - well worth the effort.
Worth the money and the time
danfucarino,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very well done. The help at the museum were very helpful and educated
Interesting history of glass
angeleyes27,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00At first glance, the museum seems small with only 2 floors, but the history of glass section is extensive and has a lot to see. The top floor has things like telescopes glass and there are 2 demos of glass blowing and flame blowing. There is a large gift shop on the first floor with expensive items but there is a sale section with reasonable pieces. I spent 2 1/2 hours there. Parking is free. We felt it was worthwhile.
Great place to visit
Sherry G,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very easy to navigate the museum. We bought our tickets through trip advisor and check in at the museum was easy and fast. The demonstrations were very interesting to watch. The glass items made were beautiful. Definitely worth the trip! The demonstrations are interactive and the people doing them are very informative and friendly!
If you are interested in glass, this place is for you.
ianinitaly,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Admission tickets get you 2 days entry - brilliant. Museum is really interesting - try to get on the guided tour for added background to the exhibits. The shop is amazing. Demonstrations of glass blowing are worth watching. Ok, I’m a bit of a ‘glass nerd’ so am biased. Made a blown glass object although my involvement was minimal but nice to commemorate my visit from UK.
GO SEE THIS ! I’ve been wanting to go all my life and I finally did it! It’s wonderful.
birdluver79,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic place to visit. Very interesting. Both modern glass and extremely old glass dating back to the 800 AD. There is a cafe onsite and I highly recommend eating here. It’s BIG and has lots of food options. Don’t hesitate to eat here.
Wonderful.
Maria c,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I recommend, the service and attention of all employees including excellent security men, always attentive to help us.
Worth every penny of the aqddimission price
remyf703,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We love glass art so this was a wonderful experience. frnkly, the gift shop alone is worth the visit. But the museum has a variety of exhibits that teach about the history of glass making, the differences in glass (with a glass breaking demo), a historical walk through the different eras of glass and glass decoration and more. There's demonstrations of glass blowing and you can (for an extra fee) even make your own glas art.
World Class Museum with World Class Hospitality and Accessibility; And, did I mention the hands-on fun too?
269valeriek,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I visited the Corning Museum of Glass for a quick getaway. While each of us had been there in our early adult years, we hadn't been back recently and are so glad we chose it for our girlfriend's getaway. She was on a knee scooter because of a recent accident, but it gave us the ability to also give this an accessibility test. Everything was awesome - and we took in the complete experience - in fact, adding in the optional make your own experience. The staff was both efficient and kind. From the admission folks to the store clerks to the teachers and demo providers, I felt that the staff was a model of customer service. Everything at the museum was in quality shape - there were no "missing" or "down" displays - and the interpretation of the exhibits was thorough and interesting. It was not crowded because there is so much space. We made sure to hit every section - 35 centuries of glass; the Innovation/Science area; and the contemporary art exhibit. We flowed easily between things both with the scooter and the wheelchair. Nothing was missed despite the mobility challenge. Hats off to those at the Glass Center for their attention to detail - and to the locals and staff who were helpful and friendly and fun!
This was our 3rd visit in 20 years enjoy each one of them.
Navigator28334508023,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful place to take a little break after the holiday season. It was a great museum tour and downtown shopping ending the evening with a good dinner at the cellar!
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