2 h
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Discover the MET’s treasures on a guided tour. Skip lines, explore iconic artworks, and delve into art history with a knowledgeable guide. Choose a Friday or Saturday evening for an exclusive experience
Discover the treasures of the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art on a 2.5-hour semi-private guided tour, an experience rivalling the Louvre and British Museum. With an enthusiastic guide and a group of up to 8 guests, delve into the rich history and artistry within the museum’s walls, skipping any lines for a seamless exploration. Opt for a Friday or Saturday evening for an intimate tour feel.
Explore over 2 million works of art and artifacts, spanning Ancient Greece to modern Europe and beyond. Begin your journey in the opulent Great Hall before delving into the Medieval Europe Gallery, unveiling the Studiolo from the Ducal Palace and armor worn by Henry VIII. The American Wing unveils the staircase from the Chicago Stock Exchange and the iconic portrait of Washington crossing the Delaware River. Immerse yourself in the lives of European painters such as Vermeer, Seurat, and Van Gogh in the European wings, while discovering the unique stories of the museum itself, predating the United States by a century.
Please note: Initial security lines cannot be bypassed, but the tour offers skip-the-line access beyond that, with varying line sizes.
Highlights may include Henry VIII’s armor, Tiffany’s Autumn landscape, Chicago Stock Exchange Stairs, Madame X, insights into pop culture then and now, the Hudson River School, Washington Crossing the Delaware, Jan Vermeer, Madonna with Child, and works by Picasso, Seurat, Van Gogh, and more