Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Tour with Expert Guide
Overview
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.
What's Included
- 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)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
1000 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10028, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- 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).
- Local English-speaking guide.
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Tour with Expert Guide is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Tour with Expert Guide will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 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)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
