"The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour

From$132.5
2h 30m
New York City, USA

Full description

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.

Included / Excluded

  • 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 point

Start Location

Rockefeller Center, Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY, USA

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • 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.

Traveler reviews

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Mark V is the best tour guide for the Met

Mark V was an amazing tour guide. He showed us all around the Met with joy and spirit. He was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

665meredithgSep 19, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Interesting and informative

Charlie was our tour guide for the Met. We found Charlie to be entertaining, knowledgeable, engaging and enjoyable. His stories at each exhibit were full of interesting facts.

smiller324Sep 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great tour and tour guide!

We had a great tour with Charlie. He was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I would highly recommend.

O7130ZOfaithbSep 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A Memorable Day at the Met

Our tour guide Charles was fantastic! He was knowledgeable, personable and fun all at the same time!

Tom_MSep 12, 2026VIATOR

Charlie is a gem!!

Charlie! You are a gem!!! We loved your enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour today at the Met. Unforgettable! You are a worldly class act. Many thanks from rogan and Sarah, Calgary, AB.

r0ganhSep 11, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

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.