Private Tour
"The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Louvre or the British Museum. On this 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour, you’ll be able to skip the line and explore it’s most famous pieces with the help of an engaging guide who will lead the way. Evening tours are available on Friday and Saturday, for a more intimate experience.
Skip-the-Line NOTE: Initial security line cannot be bypassed and may vary in size depending on congestion.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Notes: The Met museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Skip-the-Line Private Museum Tour. Initial security line still mandatory for all guests and may vary
Wheelchair Friendly
Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You
Duration 2.5 Hours
All Entrance Fees
Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Its roughly 2 million works of art and artifacts cover everything from Ancient Egypt to modern art. From the Great Hall, you’ll visit the museum’s most important galleries. Pass through the Medieval Europe Gallery on your way to the Studiolo from the Ducal Palace. Explore armory form the Middle Ages, including pieces worn by Henry VIII. The American wing hosts the staircase from the Chicago Stock Exchange as well as the famed portrait of Washington crossing the Delaware. A host of European painters including Vermeer, Picasso, and Van Gogh await you as you learn about their troubled yet exciting lives. All the while, your guide will explain how this iconic American museum differs from its older European counterparts, especially since it began before the United States was even 100 years old! Highlights generally include (if artwork is not on loan or being restored): Henry VIII armor, Tiffany Autumn landscape, Chicago Stock Exchange Stairs, Madame X, Pop culture then and now, Hudson River School, Washington Crossing the Delaware, Jan Vermeer, Madonna with Child, Picasso, Seurat, Van Gogh, and more!
Options
SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max.
SEMI-PRIVATE tour 8ppl Max.: Save money by booking a small group tour of 8 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Private Museum Tour
Skip-the-Line Private Museum Tour;Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You;Tour Includes All Entrance Fees;Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours;Wheelchair Friendly
Family Tour! for KIDS or TEENS
Family Tour! for KIDS or TEENS
Reviews
782 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was amazing. Charles...
aamato,
Aug 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was amazing. Charles was great! Professional, knowledgeable and fun. Art can be intimidating but he had all of us understanding what we were looking at in no time. Can’t wait to go back
Not so great visit
DianaT O,
Aug 23, 2025
- Viator
2.00This tour was extremely expensive. In hindsight I would have booked with another company. I was told we would avoid the queue - that did not happen. There was no queue for people with pre-booked tickets. We were asked to be at the venue by 10:15 for a 10:30 tour. We couldn't use the bathrooms without a ticket. Our guide didn't arrive until 10:30. Not a professional start at all. Katherine knew her stuff. For my liking, too much time in the Egypt section. Glad to finish in the Impressionist area so we can stay on post-tour.
Great way to take in The Met!
Allan W,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a great way to learn quite a bit about art and artists across eras, in a few hours. This was my favorite activity during our visit to NY!
Fantastic experience and best museum tour ever!
Charles S,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00I have been going to The Met for years, but I had never been on a tour before. I learned so much! We have gotten in the habit of going on museum tours in other cities, but had never thought to try it in our hometown before this month. Charles was an engaging, thoughtful, brilliant tour guide and I can’t recommend this experience enough. My 13 year old found it just as wonderful as I did. You won’t regret going and make sure ask for Charles!!
A Memorable tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art
William R,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our Met tour guide, Jonathan T. was a terrific tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about each part of the museum we toured especially the Egyptian wing, the period furnishings rooms, the renaissance art and the impressionist galleries. He answered all of our questions and even spent an additional 45 minutes with us, which exemplifies his passion and commitment to his job. We highly recommend our tour with Jonathan!
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