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Sony Wonder Technology Lab

📍 550 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022, USA

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Quick Facts

Location: USA, New York
Category: Square & Landmark
Duration: Cannot visit (closed)
Opening Hours: Permanently closed since January 2016; no longer visitable
Ticket Price: Permanently closed; tickets unavailable
Address: 550 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022, USA
Coordinates: 40.7615, -73.9735

Introduction

The Sony Wonder Technology Lab (SWTL) was an immersive, interactive technology museum for children and families on two floors at Sony's US headquarters at 550 Madison Avenue in midtown Manhattan, opened in May 1994 to illustrate broadcasting and information-technology principles. It drew more than 200,000 visitors a year at its peak and nearly 3 million since opening. Please note: the lab permanently closed on January 29, 2016, and the site is now ordinary office/commercial space no longer open to visitors.

✨ Highlights

Opened 1994, attracting nearly 3 million visitors

At Sony Wonder Technology Lab, Opened 1994, attracting nearly 3 million visitors is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Two floors of immersive interactive multimedia exhibits

At Sony Wonder Technology Lab, Two floors of immersive interactive multimedia exhibits is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

A landmark attraction in Sony's NYC headquarters

At Sony Wonder Technology Lab, A landmark attraction in Sony's NYC headquarters is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Note: permanently closed since January 2016

At Sony Wonder Technology Lab, Note: permanently closed since January 2016 is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & clothing：Prepare for the local climate with sun protection, water and suitable footwear; some outdoor spots can be sunny.

→On-site notes：Follow on-site signs and rules, protect the heritage/environment, and do not climb or touch exhibits.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven ground and may be physically demanding.

→Opening Hours：Permanently closed since January 2016; no longer visitable

→Ticket Information：Permanently closed; tickets unavailable

→Transportation：The lab is permanently closed; the former site was near the 5 Ave-53rd St subway station (now office space)

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Permanently closed since January 2016; no longer visitable; admission: Permanently closed; tickets unavailable.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Sony Wonder Technology Lab?

Permanently closed since January 2016; no longer visitable

How much is the admission for Sony Wonder Technology Lab?

Permanently closed; tickets unavailable

Any practical tips for visiting Sony Wonder Technology Lab?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Permanently closed since January 2016; no longer visitable; admission: Permanently closed; tickets unavailable. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.