New York Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) Tickets + Tour

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Duration: 2 h
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  • New York Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) Tickets + Tour
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Experience Highlights

Discover the best of the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) with this guided tour in English, which will allow you to skip the queue and explore the museum’s most iconic collections on a 2-hour tour.

Immerse yourself in 5,000 years of art history, from the Temple of Dendur to masterpieces by Velázquez, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Pollock and Warhol. During the summer, make the mostof exclusive access to the MET’s panoramic rooftop, with breathtaking views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline.

The meeting point is at the MET’s main entrance, where you should arrive 15 minutes early to go through security.

  • Explore the MET’s masterpieces without queuing.
  • Accompanied by an expert guide, immerse yourself in 5,000 years of art history.
  • Access the MET’s rooftop in summer and make the most of unique views of New York.

What’s included

  • Guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York (MET) of approximately 2 hours
  • Small group
  • Priority access
  • Expert art guide (English)

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Step by Step

Enjoy the ultimate experience at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, one of the world’s most prestigious museums, with this guided tour designed to highlight its masterpieces. With our skip-the-queue access, you’ll avoid long waits and be able to enjoy a dynamic and enriching tour of the MET’s vast collection.

Begin your visit in the Grand Hall, where you’ll learn about the history and impact of the MET on the art world. Next, head to the fascinating Egyptian Gallery, where you’ll be amazed by the Temple of Dendur, a monument transported stone by stone from Egypt and which holds fascinating stories from antiquity.

Continue exploring the American Section, home to iconic works such as *Washington Crossing the Delaware*, which capture the essence of US history. Next, step into the European Art Gallery, where you’ll admire works by Velázquez, Rembrandt and Van Gogh, discovering how these masterpieces transformed the art world.

The tour continues into the modern and contemporary art section, where you’ll marvel at the vibrant and revolutionary creations of Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso. With the help of your expert guide, you’ll gain an understanding of the stories and techniques behind each work, making this experience a true immersion in art.

If you’re visiting the MET in summer, the tour concludes with access to the museum’s panoramic rooftop, where you can enjoy spectacular views of Central Park and the New York skyline.

This tour is the best way to explore the MET in a short space of time, offering a carefully curated, educational and fascinating experience, perfect for both art lovers and first-time visitors to the museum.

Reviews

4.8
· 1.141 Reviews
  • A
    A.
    5
    Incredible guided tour, immersing me in art and history in a fascinating way, an unforgettable experience!
  • O
    O.
    5
    I was blown away by the amount of art I saw in one place. Even though my feet hurt by the end of the day, it was worth every step.
  • H
    H.
    5
    I loved the guided tour of the MET in New York, I learned a lot about art and culture. The guide was very friendly and explained everything clearly.
  • O
    O.
    5
    The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and the museum impressive, but the tour felt a little rushed.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide inside the Great Hall at The Met (main entrance hall), next to the Egyptian sculpture on the right as you enter the museum.
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Other Things You Should Know

  • There will be about 20 travellers on the tour
  • Wheelchair and pushchair accessible
  • Some pieces of art may not be accessible depending on the rotation of exhibitions.
  • The roof garden is only accessible from May to October, weather permitting.
  • People needing wheelchair access to the museum should enter from the left side of the main entrance, where there is a ground level entrance. Inform the staff that you will be meeting a tour group in the main lobby.
  • The meeting point with the guide is at the museum entrance. We recommend that you confirm this information on the voucher you will receive when you make your booking.

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund
If you do not cancel 24 hours before the departure date, you will not receive a refund

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