About this experience
5000 years of world history, an ever expanding collection and the evolution of a monumental structure, all in a 2 hours guided tour.
The Met 5th Ave The Metropolitan Museum of Art that is seen today on 5th Ave in Manhattan, is actually not one building but many connected structures that date back to 1880.
The museum itself is an ongoing project, ever-evolving, just like the collection it holds, its guiding ideas and changing exhibitions.
Our tour will explore the story of the Met, and stop by some of the beautiful gems it holds within: The American wing with the famous "Washington Crossing the Delaware" painting, the recently reopened Africa and Oceania wing, the Chinese scholar garden, the visible display section and of course the majestic Egyptian Temple of Dendur
Our tour passes through parts of the museum overlooked by many, and of course we will not miss out on some of the great pieces of art and gallery spaces on our way!
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
What is included
- A guided tour of the Met
Itinerary and highlights
our tour will take us through the Greek and Roman wing, the Great Hall and beneath the foundations of the main entrance, the medieval art section and the American Wing.
We will visit the Temple of Dendur and the Chinese Scholar garden, along with areas usually overlooked by most visitors. We might even see an early, original model of the Statue of Liberty, the study of Frank Lloyd Wright and the dressing room of Ms. Abby Rockefeller!
Meeting and pickup information
- Corner of 82nd street and 5th Ave on the museum side, at the foot of the grand staircase
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- he — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- New York Art Walks and Urban Adventures
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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