What not to miss at the Met NY?

Our Express Highlights Tour covers the museum's primary collections, including the Egyptian Temple of Dendur and European paintings.

Is 2 hours enough for the Met museum?

Yes, our express tour is structured to guide you through the museum's key galleries within a two-hour timeframe.

What are some must-see highlights at the Metropolitan Museum of Art?

This guided experience includes the museum's main exhibits, ensuring you see the primary highlights with a knowledgeable guide.

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NYC: Express Highlights Tour of the MET Museum Day Tours

Name: NYC: Express Highlights Tour of the MET Museum Day Tours
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Price: 521.52 SGD
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1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, United States

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Ticket type

E-ticket / Mobile

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Instant

Accessibility

Wheelchair friendly

Suitable for

All ages

Highlights

Discover ancient Egyptian tombs and the Temple of Dendur.
Admire iconic works by Van Gogh, Monet, and other European masters.
Enjoy personalized storytelling that brings each artwork to life.

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About NYC: Express Highlights Tour of the MET Museum Day Tours

Explore one of the world's most iconic art museums with this guided Express Highlights Tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Discover ancient Egyptian treasures, including the stunning Temple of Dendur, and admire masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet, and other European legends. With skip-the-line access and expert storytelling, you'll experience the MET's greatest hits in an intimate, engaging way.

Local Legends & Stories

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, founded in 1870, is one of the world's largest and most comprehensive art museums, housing over 2 million works spanning 5,000 years of history.

Must Do Experiences

Marvel at the ancient Egyptian collection, including the Temple of Dendur and royal tombs
Admire iconic European paintings by Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, and other masters
Enjoy a personalized walking tour with an expert guide who brings artworks to life

Hidden Gems

Visit the rooftop terrace for a rare view of Central Park and the museum's architecture
Explore the European Sculpture Court, often overlooked but breathtaking
Discover the Costume Institute galleries featuring fashion through the centuries

What Makes it Special

Skip-the-line entry with pre-arranged tickets and donation included
Expert guide provides personalized storytelling for every artwork
Small-group or private tour options for a tailored experience

Available Facilities

Gift shop café restaurant coat check wheelchair accessibility audio guides free WiFi

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

Weekday mornings are typically less crowded. The museum is especially beautiful in the late afternoon when natural light fills the Egyptian galleries.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

Flash photography is prohibited in most galleries
Use a zoom lens to capture detailed artworks from a distance
The Temple of Dendur is best photographed during midday when sunlight illuminates the sandstone

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

The MET encourages quiet appreciation of the artworks. Visitors should refrain from touching displays and respect personal space in crowded galleries.

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

MET After Hours: evening events with live music and special exhibitions
Seasonal holiday displays in the museum's historic spaces
Temporary blockbuster exhibitions featuring world-renowned artists

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

Keep valuables secure in crowded museum areas
Stay with your group in large galleries
Follow guide instructions for photography and movement

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

The museum operates on a suggested donation basis. Tour tickets include pre-arranged entry with donation covered. Children under 12 and NY state students enter free with paying adult.

Visit Duration

The Express Highlights Tour typically lasts 2 to 2.5 hours, covering the museum's most famous collections in a focused, engaging format.

Accessibility

The Metropolitan Museum is fully wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps throughout. Accessible restrooms and wheelchair loans are available at all entrances.

Overview

NYC: Express Highlights Tour of the MET Museum Day Tours gallery

Important Information

Opening Hours

Open on Mon-Tue, Thu, Sun, 10:00am-5:00pm<br>Open on Fri-Sat, 10:00am-9:00pm<br>Closed on Wed<br>Closed during Thanksgiving Day, ,

What's Included

GuidePre-arranged ticket for the Metropolitan Museum (donation included)Shared or private walking tour (depending on option selected)

Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

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- 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.

- 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.

- 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.

Good to know:

- 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.

- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

- This tour is in English.

- Walks/Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to US government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Location

1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, United States

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Express Highlights Tour covers the museum's primary collections, including the Egyptian Temple of Dendur and European paintings.

Yes, our express tour is structured to guide you through the museum's key galleries within a two-hour timeframe.

This guided experience includes the museum's main exhibits, ensuring you see the primary highlights with a knowledgeable guide.

Yes, the tour includes general admission, allowing you to stay and explore the museum independently after the guided highlights portion concludes.

The guided portion of the tour typically lasts between 90 and 120 minutes, depending on the group's pace and museum crowds.

Yes, guides use whisper headsets so you can clearly hear the commentary without disturbing other museum patrons or needing to stay tightly clustered.

The meeting point is located just inside the main entrance of the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Fifth Avenue, near the coat check and information desks.

While children are welcome, the tour involves continuous walking and standing for up to two hours, which may be challenging for toddlers or very young children.

Yes, the Metropolitan Museum of Art is fully wheelchair accessible, and the guide will utilize elevators and ramps throughout the highlights route.

Weekday mornings, particularly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, generally have fewer visitors in the galleries compared to weekends.

Large backpacks and luggage are not permitted in the galleries and must be checked at the museum's coat check before the tour begins.

The tour departs strictly on time, and latecomers will not be able to join the group or receive a refund for the missed guided portion.

Food and drinks are strictly prohibited inside the museum galleries, so you must consume or discard them before entering the exhibition spaces.

About NYC: Express Highlights Tour of the MET Museum Day Tours

Weekday mornings are typically less crowded. The museum is especially beautiful in the late afternoon when natural light fills the Egyptian galleries.

The Express Highlights Tour typically lasts 2 to 2.5 hours, covering the museum's most famous collections in a focused, engaging format.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the world, making an express highlights tour an efficient way to see its most renowned collections. Visitors must pass through airport-style security screening upon entry, and large backpacks or luggage are not permitted inside the galleries. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves extensive walking across multiple floors and wings of the expansive building.

• A gathering place of brilliant civilizations in human history

• From Egyptian temples to Van Gogh’s Starry Night

• Historical Dunhuang Murals: Buddhism and Culture

△"The Metropolitan Museum's collection encompasses more than 5,000 years of art, a wonder to experience and appreciate for people from all over the world. The museum has two separate locations, both situated in iconic areas of New York City: the Met Fifth Avenue and the Met Cloisters. Millions of people also engage with the Metropolitan Museum of Art through its online experiences.

△ Since its founding in 1870, the Met has been dedicated to being a treasure trove of rare and beautiful objects. Every day, art comes alive in its galleries, exhibitions, and events, revealing new ideas and unexpected connections across time and culture.

△ The Metropolitan Museum of Art is committed to collecting, studying, preserving, and exhibiting important works of art from across time and cultures. Through these efforts, it connects people to creativity, knowledge, and one another, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the world we share.

The museum operates on a suggested donation basis. Tour tickets include pre-arranged entry with donation covered. Children under 12 and NY state students enter free with paying adult.

The Metropolitan Museum is fully wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps throughout. Accessible restrooms and wheelchair loans are available at all entrances.

Keep valuables secure in crowded museum areas
Stay with your group in large galleries
Follow guide instructions for photography and movement

The MET encourages quiet appreciation of the artworks. Visitors should refrain from touching displays and respect personal space in crowded galleries.

Flash photography is prohibited in most galleries
Use a zoom lens to capture detailed artworks from a distance
The Temple of Dendur is best photographed during midday when sunlight illuminates the sandstone

Gift shop, café, restaurant, coat check, wheelchair accessibility, audio guides, free WiFi

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