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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
One of the world’s greatest art museums, the Metropolitan Museum of Art — aka the Met — is so vast you could easily spend days inside. This tour cuts to the chase, taking you straight to the collection’s highlights for an in-depth look. A knowledgeable guide introduces you to a broad spectrum of art, jewellery, ancient relics and architecture on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.
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, choose between the 2-hour or 3-hour options.
A visit to the Met's rooftop garden for panoramic views of Central Park is included only from October to May and for the 3-hour option.
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Small groups of only 15 people or fewer
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Departure Point
1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA
1000 5th Ave (The Metropolitan Museum of Art) Meet in the main lobby to the right of the information desk in front of the large seated Pharaoh. Your guide will be holding a Walks sign.
Return Details
1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA
1000 5th Ave (The Metropolitan Museum of Art) Meet in the main lobby to the right of the information desk in front of the large seated Pharaoh. Your guide will be holding a Walks sign.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, New York, United States 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. 180 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Some pieces of art may not be accessible depending on the rotation of exhibits
Rooftop garden is only accessible May through October, weather permitting. Available only for the 3-hour option.
No flash photography or selfie sticks are permitted
Museum is wheelchair accessible; if you cannot access the front entrance via the stairs, there is a ground-level entrance one block south (81st Street and 5th Avenue); the desk there will give you temporary pass and allow you to take the elevator to meet your group in the main lobby
Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Brian R
08 Feb 2025
A bit long signed up for 2 hours was 2.5 hours. Guide was very knowledgeable and he was approachable . A lot of information packed into the 2.5 hours no break.
I9192GHraquelr
08 Feb 2025
Stephan was an incredible guide through centuries of art in just over 2 hours. Be ready to walk quickly and listen intently. Every word was a gem of information.
I8139CZericab
07 Feb 2025
Enthousiaste gids nam ons als een speer mee langs alle highlights. Hij liet ons dingen zien, die niet vanzelfsprekend waren en betrok alle deelnemers actief bij de rondleiding. Complimenten!
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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