Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Tour with Expert Guide
About
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is vast, but you don’t need all day to experience its highlights. On this expertly curated guided tour, see some of the Met’s most famous masterpieces alongside fascinating works and details many visitors miss. From ancient Egyptian treasures and the Temple of Dendur to works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Degas and Monet, your expert guide brings the collection to life with captivating stories, surprising details and plenty of personality. In just two hours, you’ll experience the very best of the Met—and leave with time to explore more of the museum or New York City at your own pace. Visiting at Christmas time? For those in the know, the best Christmas Tree in town is reputed to be that at the Met. Dont miss the photo opportunity and hear the heartwarming story of the woman behind it.
- Up to 18 travelers in the group
What to expect
- 1The Metropolitan Museum of ArtWith more than two million works spanning 5,000 years, the Metropolitan Museum of Art can be overwhelming. This expertly curated tour makes sure you see the key masterpieces and hidden gems Explore treasures from the Ancient Egyptian galleries and the spectacular Temple of Dendur to the Met’s celebrated American and European collections. Along the way, encounter works by masters including Van Gogh, Picasso, Degas and Monet, as your expert guide reveals the stories, surprising details and lesser-known gems that are easy to miss when exploring alone. With a small group and an engaging, conversational approach in just two hours and plenty of time to continue exploring independently afterwards you’ll experience the very best way to visit the Met. Passes by without stopping
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What’s included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Vincent van Gogh (Paintings)
- Claude Monet (Water Lilies)
- Tomb of Perneb
- Temple of Dendur
- Picasso and Degas (Paintings)
- Auguste Rodin (Sculptures)
- Ancient Egyptian Galleries
- Skip-the-line ticket to Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Greek and Roman Galleries
- John Singer Sargent (Madame X)
Not included
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
- Gratuities
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Met is fully wheelchair accessible. However, if you cannot climb the stairs of the central entrance to reach the meeting point, there is a ground level entrance one block south, near the intersection of 81st street and 5th avenue. Tell the desk you need to use the elevator to meet a group in the main lobby (at the pharaoh statue), which will then secure your entrance ticket. They will provide you with a temporary pass and help direct you upstairs.
- This tour is in English.
- 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.
- Walks/Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to US government guidelines for the most up to date information.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- • 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 US government guidelines for the most up to date information.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Meeting & pickup
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at 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.
Starts from
- Met Express
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