"The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max
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 semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) 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. Skip-the-Line NOTE: Initial security line cannot be bypassed and may vary in size depending on congestion.
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New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Louvre or the British Museum. Its roughly 2 million works of art and artifacts cover everything from ancient Egypt to modern art. From the Great Hall, you’ll see 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.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- 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.
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience!
Reviews(425)
Charlie had a magical way of keeping the group intimate despite it being a very busy, crowded day. His knowledge of art history was in-depth and worldly, yet never dry - he was a captivating storyteller who made what could have been an otherwise daunting experience feel completely manageable, and I learned so much. Great conversation throughout, and he made the whole group feel at ease with each other. He was also lovely and accommodating toward me and my service dog. I’d choose him as my guide again in a heartbeat. Despite booking last minute, Babylon Tours sent timely information and made the meeting point easy to find - the whole experience was accurate, seamless, and highly professional.
We had an amazing experience! I would highly recommend to anyone visiting New York. The Met is incredible, but could be overwhelming. Charlie covered so many areas. He shared his knowledge not o Lt of the art, but also of the Met itself and the rich history that has made it the iconic museum it is. He was engaging and shared stories about that made it all very relatable. Both me and my 13 year old daughter loved it!
A true highlight of our family trip to NYC. The Met is a must see and we are so glad we got to spend it with our guide Mark V. Knowledgeable, Energetic, Kind and Curious. Thank you to our introduction to Henry Tanner and Winslow Homer with such passion. What more could you ask for! Terry, Monique, Zoë, and Callie. P.S. Don’t forget John Brown was a Jayhawker :)
Our first time at the Met and I am glad we chose to go on a guided tour to get a good introduction to one of the world’s great art museums. One of the advantages of booking with this company is your tour size. Only had four people on our tour and I think the tour size limit is eight, so you aren’t going to be in a huge group trying to squeeze in to seeing the artwork. Price of tour includes the admission ticket. Our group’s guide was Charlie, who did a great job keeping us entertained and on our toes. Very knowledgeable about what we saw. We also got a great workout trying to keep up with his fast pace. LOL. Saw the museum highlights, which included the Temple of Dendur, Washington Crossing the Delaware, and the Impressionist rooms of the museum. The Met museum is huge and no one should expect a 2.5 hour tour to include everything. I would use this tour as a good introduction to the museum and then you can go back and see what interests you once the tour was done.
Mark V. was the perfect guide for us! He was energetic, informative, engaging and a lot of fun to spend a few hours with. He gave us an in depth, and most importantly relatable, exploration of The Met and we walked away having thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. We randomly ran in to our kids who were doing a self-guided tour and he always took a minute to give them some "hey, you may not have seen this" attention. You can tell that he is well respected by the staff at the museum which makes getting in and around easier (you bypass some lines!) We will return to the Met on our own and continue our exploration with the information he gave us in our back pockets.
Our guide Mark was amazing…so glad we booked this experience! The tour was perfect…highly engaging and effective coverage of the MET.
The Met is overwhelming. I have been more than once, and walked out more than a little exasperated. Kevin was able to zone in what would be interesting to us and really make it come alive. It was amazing!!!!
Mark was our tour guide for the Met Museum. He was full of energy, knowledge, and focused on ensuring we got all of our questions answered. Time flew by as Mark shared insight after insight. We really appreciated his approach to sharing knowledge by weaving into effective storytelling.
Great communication before meeting in meet up location and check in was seamless. Cherie was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed her insights. Small group tour was a great way to get an overview of The Met with plenty of time to ask questions.
It was the best aviator museum guided tour I’ve ever had. Our guide picked up quickly that my 11year old grandchild has a serious interest in art and was not a newbie to art museums.
