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Metropolitan Museum Guided Tour

From$55
3 hours
New York City, USA

About this activity

Experience The Met's masterpieces with a guided 3-hour tour, featuring skip-the-line access and expert insights into iconic art pieces.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to The Met
  • Expert guide providing in-depth insights
  • Comprehensive 3-hour tour covering key exhibits
  • Explore iconic art pieces from ancient to modern times
  • Engage with interactive discussions and Q&A sessions

Full description

Dive into the rich tapestry of art history with our 3-hour guided tour of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Skip the lines and embark on a journey through time, exploring masterpieces from ancient civilizations to contemporary art. Led by an expert guide, you'll gain in-depth knowledge and personal anecdotes about each exhibit, making your visit both educational and entertaining. This tour is perfect for art enthusiasts eager to immerse themselves in The Met's vast collection without the hassle of waiting in long queues. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience art like never before!

Included / Excluded

  • Skip-the-line access to The Met
  • Expert guide providing in-depth insights
  • Comprehensive 3-hour tour covering key exhibits
  • Food and beverages

Itinerary

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Walk up the hallowed steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, a New York icon since its founding in 1870. This world-renowned institution boasts a collection of more than 2 million objects, from Roman artifacts to 19th-century paintings. Your guide leads you by models of Egyptian tombs to the Temple of Dendur, which dates to 15 BC. Cross over to Tudor-era England to check out King Henry VIII's suit of armor, and hear the legends that surround the Antioch Chalice—believed to be the Holy Grail. Meander through the Greek and Roman statuary, absorbing the sense of history as you admire ancient frescoes and the busts of emperors past. Hear about the scandal behind John Singer Sargent's Madame X and enjoy the highlights—and even a few hidden gems—of the Met, with a knowledgeable art expert guide to lead the way. This guided Met tour is the best way to take advantage of the riches that are inside one of the world’s greatest art museums, chose between the 2 hour or 3 hour options.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111, USA

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult; please inform us in advance if bringing a child.
  • The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves extensive walking.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
  • Photography may be restricted in certain exhibit areas; please follow the guide's instructions.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
  • A bag check is available. Please allow extra time and check your items prior to joining the tour.
  • Galleries and artwork visited during this tour are subject to closure and absences without prior notice. Your guide may need to modify to account for these events on the day of the tour.
  • Those requiring wheelchair access into the museum will need to enter the museum to the left of the main entrance (while facing it) where a ground level entrance is located. Please inform the staff you are meeting a tour group in the main lobby.
  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
  • Non-flash photography is allowed. However but cannot be used inside the Museum. Selfie sticks are also prohibited. Please note there is a security check before entering the building that can take up to 15 minutes.
  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

Traveler reviews

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An excellent and thoroughly worthwhile tour and introduction to the Met

An excellent introduction to the Met and opportunity to see parts of the building I’d wanted to see and would never have found or discovered on my own. Our guide Cherie had phenomenal knowledge of her subject which she delivered in a thoroughly engaging and fascinating way. I’m so glad I signed up for this.

Dream20599557389May 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Charlie M was well...

Charlie M was well informed about art, sculture and museum history. Educational and entertaining! We could not imagine a better experience. Joe/ Jon

Joseph_GMay 19, 2026VIATOR

The experience is really...

The experience is really depending on the your tour guide. Our tour guide was just average, some famous exhibits got skipped, and we didn’t get much extra information rather than what we can read from the panel… we were disappointed for the experience

Iris_WMay 9, 2026VIATOR

Museum

All well very cool and pretty.!

vladimirdG9290XWApr 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Met could be overwhelming without a guide

Rob was great. He knew a lot about the art which helped you know what you were looking at. Our group was slightly large, 14, but he kept us on track. I really liked that you could go back and explore some areas more thoroughly after the tour.

R8283DGmelaniegApr 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty. The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. A bag check is available. Please allow extra time and check your items prior to joining the tour. Galleries and artwork visited during this tour are subject to closure and absences without prior notice. Your guide may need to modify to account for these events on the day of the tour. Those requiring wheelchair access into the museum will need to enter the museum to the left of the main entrance (while facing it) where a ground level entrance is located. Please inform the staff you are meeting a tour group in the main lobby. Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. Non-flash photography is allowed. However but cannot be used inside the Museum. Selfie sticks are also prohibited. Please note there is a security check before entering the building that can take up to 15 minutes. Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
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