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Forbidden Planet, Union Square
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Forbidden Planet

  • 4.64.8k reviews
  • $$
  • Open now · till 8 pm

Forbidden Planet is a bustling comic book and toy store with walls of graphic novels, collectible figurines, and vintage treasures. Expect knowledgeable staff, frequent exclusive releases, and a lively atmosphere perfect for browsing, hunting rare finds, or picking up gifts. Visit to explore pop-culture displays and enjoy a welcoming space for fans and newcomers alike.

Quick answers

Forbidden Planet in short

When is Forbidden Planet open?

Mon–Tue 10 AM–8 PM; Wed 10 AM–6 PM; Thu 12–8 PM; Fri–Sat 10 AM–9 PM; Sun 10 AM–8 PM.

When is the best time to visit Forbidden Planet?

It's at its best afternoons and evenings. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Forbidden Planet indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

How much does Forbidden Planet cost?

Google lists its prices as $$.

Where is Forbidden Planet?

832 Broadway,New York, NY 10003.

Right now · 4:15 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Open till 8 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Indoors

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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 8 pm
monday
10 AM–8 PM
tuesday
10 AM–8 PM
wednesday
10 AM–6 PM
thursday
12–8 PM
friday
10 AM–9 PM
saturday
10 AM–9 PM
sundayToday
10 AM–8 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 Forbidden Planet
  2. 2 Unregular Bakery · 1 min
  3. 3 The Grey Dog · 3 min
  4. 4 ユニオン・スクエア · 4 min
  5. 5 Amorino Gelato · 4 min
832 Broadway, New York, NY 10003(opens the map)DirectionsTo Union SquareCall+12124731576Websitefpnyc.com

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $$
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.6from 4.8k reviews

Known for

  • Weekend outings
  • Sightseeing
  • Art installations
  • Outdoor seating

The feel

  • Casual
  • Lively
  • Cozy
  • Family friendly
  • Solo friendly
  • Tourists

Around Union Square

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.