The Best of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2 Hours
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4.8 (443)
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2 hours


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English

Overview

Dive into two hours of art-fueled fun at the Met, one of the world’s largest and most diverse art museums. Join a small group—capped at just 15 guests—and head straight to the highlights (and oddities) of this sprawling collection that spans over 6,000 years and six continents.

Start by meeting your enthusiastic guide near the Met’s entrance, then meander through galleries packed with an eclectic mix of must-see masterpieces and lesser-known gems. Snap a photo of a strangely endearing limp hippo sculpture, do a double-take at an ancient Egyptian “wardrobe malfunction,” and uncover how a certain piece of Flemish dinnerware may not be as innocent as it first seems (family-friendly filters apply, of course).

In between giggles, explore some of the Met’s most iconic artworks, discovering fascinating stories behind figures like Monet and Van Gogh—whose personal lives were sometimes as colorful as their paintings. And yes, you might just find yourself on a quest for all things derrière, as you and your fellow art adventurers take part in a cheeky scavenger hunt that proves the Met holds a few unexpected surprises. This breezy, fast-paced tour ensures you’ll see the big-ticket items, dig into offbeat curiosities, and still have plenty of time to enjoy New York City afterward.

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Walks - USA

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CityUserTrek, Apr 2025

We did a 3 Hours tours and Jared, our guide, took us on a journey of the highlights of the museum, also telling us about museum’s interesting facts. It would be impossibile to see everything so that’s why you can stay longer after the tour ends.

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Entertaining Tour!

acA1894YL, Apr 2025

Great history of artists and knowledge. It was fun, entertaining, and educational. Great first tour of The MET!!! We had a great time.

Fun Met atour

tombZ2909EK, Apr 2025

Had a great tour with Charlie, light hearted and educational, kept the tour moving and lively. Lots of fun and would def recommend.

Private group tour was great!

Yankees327, Apr 2025

Charlie was fantastic! So much knowledge and energy. He ensured our group stayed together and could view all of the highlights. I learned so much and our group really enjoyed the tour.

Itinerary

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Our tour starts in Ancient Egypt, beholding perfectly preserved ancient Egyptian tomb models. See tiny dioramas that show what life was like in the times of Tutankhamen and learn about the fascinating burial rituals of the era. You’ll understand a little more of this at our next stop, Egyptian mummies and “William,” the Met’s “mascot.” Next, onto a prize jewel of the Met Museum, the Temple of Dendur, an Ancient Egyptian Temple right smack in the middle of Central Park. More rumors abound at two of the next pieces we see – the armor of Britain’s infamous King Henry VIII, and the Antioch Chalice, purported by some as, ‘The Holy Grail.” We’ll see more ancient works of Greek statuary and Roman frescoes before moving to the exotic, with a stop in Papua New Guinea. We’ll then head to the second floor to soak in some of Claude Monet’s famous Water Lillies, be energized by the expressive works of Vincent Van Gogh, and be inspired by a bronze of Rodin’s Thinker.

    2 hours
    Admission Included
  • New York City

    Temple of Dendur

  • The American Wing

  • Central Park

    Central Park (view)

  • 5th Ave, New York, NY

Meeting Point Map

Location

Address

1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA

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Experience

Highlights

  • Unravel the mysteries of the Met with a guided tour
  • Ideal for visitors who don't normally go to museums
  • See objects in the Met Museum that many visitors miss
  • Small group limited to 15 people for a more personalized experience
  • Inclusions

    • Pre-arranged Met Museum tickets
    • Local Expert Guide

    Exclusions

    • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
    • Gratuities

    Additional Information

    • 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.

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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