Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access, New York
Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access, New York
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
2 hours (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Experience New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art like never before with this guided tour, offering skip-the-line access for an efficient visit to one of America’s most renowned cultural landmarks. In just two hours, explore the museum's highlights alongside a knowledgeable guide who will lead you through must-see works and fascinating exhibits such as Ancient Egyptian tombs and dioramas from Tutankhamun's era. Perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time, this small-group tour ensures an enriching journey through history at The Met.
Experience New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art like never before with this guided tour, offering skip-the-line access for an efficient visit to one of America’s most renowned cultural landmarks. In just two hours, explore the museum's highlights alongside a knowledgeable guide who will lead you through must-see works and fascinating exhibits such as Ancient Egyptian tombs and dioramas from Tutankhamun's era. Perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time, this small-group tour ensures an enriching journey through history at The Met.
See the best of the Met seamlessly on this tour with skip-the-line access and an English-speaking guide.
Your guided tour will lead you through the Met’s halls to see famous artworks, including Greek statues, Roman frescoes, and iconic paintings like Monet's Water Lilies.
Skip the hassle of navigating the Met alone and gain insider insights into its world-famous collection in a group setting for a more engaging experience.
Did you know? The Temple of Dendur, a 2,000-year-old Egyptian temple, was gifted to the U.S. and reconstructed piece by piece inside The Met.
2-3 hour guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art highlights
English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line entry to the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Guests engaging with a guide at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore the Metropolitan Museum of Art with ease
Skip the lines and navigate the vast Met Museum on this small-group tour with an expert guide. This 2-hour tour is perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time who want to maximize their Met experience. Your guide will lead you on a carefully curated route, showcasing the Met's must-see works. Marvel at perfectly preserved Ancient Egyptian tombs, including the fascinating dioramas depicting life in the times of Tutankhamun. Learn about the intriguing Temple of Dendur, a 2,000-year-old Egyptian temple that was saved from destruction and meticulously reassembled within the Met's walls.
Get hidden art insights
You'll stand in awe of iconic works by Monet, Van Gogh, and more, gaining a deeper understanding of their artistic styles and inspirations. The tour also ventures beyond the superstars, introducing you to lesser-known treasures and sparking your curiosity with whispers surrounding the Antioch Chalice and the suit of armor worn by England's King Henry VIII. This carefully curated itinerary ensures you don't miss a beat, while the small group setting allows for personalized attention and a more intimate experience.
Itinerary
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)
- Ancient Egyptian Galleries
- Temple of Dendur
- Greek and Roman Galleries
- Vincent van Gogh (Paintings)
- Picasso and Degas (Paintings)
- Claude Monet (Water Lilies)
- John Singer Sargent (Madame X)
Metropolitan Museum of Art exterior with columns and visitors on steps, New York City.
Metropolitan Museum of Art skylit atrium with visitors and sculptures.
Guests engaging with a guide at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Metropolitan Museum of Art exterior with columns and visitors on steps, New York City.
Metropolitan Museum of Art skylit atrium with visitors and sculptures.
Tour group listening to guide near marble statue at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
What to bring
- Bring along your walking shoes for comfortable exploration.
What's not allowed
- Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 15 people.
- Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography and tripods are no-go inside the venue.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for mobility issues.
Additional Information
- Be prepared for a bag check. Arrive early and check your belongings beforehand.
- Some galleries or artworks on the tour itinerary might be unavailable on the day of your visit due to unforeseen closures or loan arrangements.
- For visitors using wheelchairs, the museum offers a more accessible entrance located to the left of the main entrance (ground level). Please inform the staff there that you're meeting a tour group in the main lobby.
Grand entrance hall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with visitors exploring.
Bronze sculpture of a young ballerina in a white tutu at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Tour group listening to guide near marble statue at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Grand entrance hall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with visitors exploring.
Bronze sculpture of a young ballerina in a white tutu at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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