Full description
Experience the best of the Met on this 2-hour guided tour with skip-the-line access. Explore the Temple of Dendur, the American Wing, and masterpieces by Van Gogh and Picasso. Includes seasonal rooftop access with stunning views of Central Park.
Dive straight into 5,000 years of global history and culture with an expertly guided journey through the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Skip the ticket lines and maximize your time as you explore the Met’s most iconic masterpieces in just two hours. Your experience begins in the awe-inspiring Great Hall before moving to the Egyptian Wing, home to the monumental Temple of Dendur. Learn the incredible story of this ancient landmark’s journey from Egypt to New York as you stand among its historic blocks.
The tour continues through the American Wing’s legendary landscapes and into the European galleries to witness the timeless genius of Rembrandt, Velazquez, and Van Gogh. You will also explore the bold world of Modern Art, featuring revolutionary works by Picasso, Warhol, and Pollock. If you visit during the summer, your journey ends with exclusive access to the Met’s stunning rooftop garden, offering unparalleled panoramic views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. This curated tour is the essential way to experience the Met's profound artistic significance without the overwhelm.
Read more...
Additional Information
● It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 20 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated. Missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded. It is very important in this case to take note that it is the passenger's sole obligation and responsibility to contact the local contact number one day before the service to confirm the exact pick-up point and time
● Gratuities for your guides/driver that provided excellent service are appreciated
● This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended
● New York city tourist sites are among the most popular in the world, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours
● Photography is permited throughout the tour, but might be limited in some MET exhibitions
● We reserve the right to refuse participation on its tours to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly, or poses a threat to other guests or staff
● Most venues/attractions in NYC have airport-like security and item restrictions apply
● MET does not allow bags bigger than a bag pack. If you bring a backpack you will be required to hold it in your hands
● We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours
● IMPORTANT: This tour requires a minimum of 4 people to operate. If the minimum is not reached, refunds or alternative dates will be offered
Inclusions
✔ Access to Met’s Panoramic Roof Garden (Only in Summer)
✔ Entry Ticket to the Metropolitan Museum
✔ Expert, English-speaking Tour Guide
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖ Gratuities
✖ Entrance tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified services
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service.
Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide inside The Met's Great Hall (main lobby), next to the Egyptian sculpture on the right-hand side as you enter the museum.