NYC: Metropolitan Museum Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket

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NYC: Metropolitan Museum Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
388 reviews
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Save time by skipping the ticket line at the MET and walk right in with your guide. Enjoy a tour of the museum highlights and hear the stories behind the iconic masterpieces of this NYC staple.

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Duration 2 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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5 out of 5 stars
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Vybarr – United Kingdom

Our guide, Alex, was absolutely brilliant! The tour covered a great selection of pieces from across the museum. Alex was really passionate about them all and able to tell great stories and interesting anecdotes about all of them. I could listen to him say ‘hippopotamus’ all day! The tour was with about 10 people which was just about right. Alex managed it so we weren’t competing with other tours for space. The two hours was just about right. Would recommend!!

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Tracy Ann – United States

Alex was an excellent guide. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and kind. I enjoyed the tour immensely.

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

  • Arrive back at:

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take in mesmerizing artworks representing 5,000 years of history
  • Tour the vast Metropolitan Museum of Art with the guidance of an expert
  • Connect with the art on a personal level as you hear the stories behind it
  • Discover new perspectives on old masterpieces from around the world
  • Learn fascinating details about the most iconic pieces of this NYC landmark

Full description

Step into NYC's Metropolitan Museum of Art with your skip-the-line tickets and begin a guided journey. Come across over 2 million artworks spanning 5,000 years of history.

Be captivated by ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and European masterpieces. Explore contemporary expressions and gain profound insights into art's impact on our world.

For first-timers or enthusiasts, engage in fascinating narratives, and delve into history, emotions, and themes. Ignite curiosity and leave with a deeper appreciation for artistic expression by learning about the main artworks of the museum.

Includes

  • Skip-the-line ticket to the Metropolitan Museum of Art
  • Tour guide
  • Tips

Meeting point

Meet your guide inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art after the security check. They will be waiting with your ticket by the pharaoh statue to the right once you enter the Great Hall. Plan to show up 30 minutes early. You will have to go through security. The tour starts promptly, and you will not be able to receive your entrance ticket or catch up if you arrive late.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • We aim to show you the very best art at the Met. However, what’s on display can vary, so if an art piece we typically show isn’t available, your guide will substitute it with something else.
  • The Cantor Roof Garden is typically open from mid-April through October. In winter and early spring, the tour won’t include this stop.
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From $65 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5
4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 388 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Vybarr – United KingdomJuly 5, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide, Alex, was absolutely brilliant! The tour covered a great selection of pieces from across the museum. Alex was really passionate about them all and able to tell great stories and interesting anecdotes about all of them. I could listen to him say ‘hippopotamus’ all day! The tour was with about 10 people which was just about right. Alex managed it so we weren’t competing with other tours for space. The two hours was just about right. Would recommend!!
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Tracy Ann – United StatesJuly 2, 2025 – Verified booking
Alex was an excellent guide. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and kind. I enjoyed the tour immensely.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Ravi – IndiaJune 17, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide to as really knowledgeable and guided us well.

Product ID: 677107

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