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title: The MET Tour - Metropolitan Museum of Art Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
slug: the-met-tour-metropolitan-museum-art-skip-the-line-guided-tour-new-york
type: attraction
sub_type: walking tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/the-met-tour-metropolitan-museum-art-skip-the-line-guided-tour-new-york
city: New York
state: NY
country: US
address: 1000 5th Ave
geo:
  lat: 40.77906
  lng: -73.96274
duration: up to 2.5 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:34:15.989Z
price_from:
  amount: 116.92
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 5
  count: 1422
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Semi-Private Tour
        price: 116.92
        regular_price: 125
        savings: 8.08
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (18+ yrs)
            min_age: 18
          - name: Youth (10-17 yrs)
            min_age: 10
            max_age: 17
          - name: Child (0-9 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 9
---
## Overview

Skip the lines and get a personalized tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art highlights with an expert guide. From masterpiece paintings by Van Gogh and Seurat to artifacts from ancient Greece and Egypt, its collections include over two million artworks spanning 5,000 years. Maximize your time at one of NYC’s most popular museums on this semi-private MET tour.

## What's Included

- Professional tour guide  
- All entrance fees to the Metropolitan Museum of Art

## What's Not Included

- Transportation (Uber or taxi recommended)

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## Ticket Options

- **Semi-Private Tour** — $116.92 (regularly $125.00, save $8.08)
  Skip the entrance lines at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and explore the collection's highlights on this 2.5-hour semi-private tour of The MET Fifth Avenue. Includes an expert guide and all entrance fees.
  - Adult (18+ yrs)
  - Youth (10-17 yrs)
  - Child (0-9 yrs)

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## Good to Know

* Tour duration approximately 2.5 hours.  
* Avoid waiting in line with reserved entry tickets.  
* View works by Pollock, Renoir, Van Gogh, Cezanne, and more.  
* Semi-private tour, never more than 8 guests.  
* The tour meets by the Information Desk in front of the Egyptian Pharaoh statue, in the Great Hall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  
* Tours are led by professional English-speaking tour guides.  
* All ages are welcome.  
* No outside food or drink allowed inside the museum.  
* Smoking is not allowed, including electronic cigarettes.  
* No pets allowed.  
* Photos are allowed unless otherwise indicated; flash, video, and selfie sticks are prohibited.  
* You can remain in the museum after the tour ends and explore on your own until closing time.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation

## FAQs

### Where is the tour's meeting point?

The tour meets by the Information Desk in front of the Egyptian Pharaoh statue, in the Great Hall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

### How long is the tour?

Tour duration is approximately 2 to 2.5 hours.

### What does the tour include?

This experience includes a semi-private Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) tour, a professional tour guide and all entrance fees.

### Does this tour offer pick up or drop off?

No, this tour does not provide transportation. Uber or a taxi is recommended.

### Are the tours in English?

Yes, the tours are led by professional English speaking tour guides.

### How many people will be on this tour?

This is a semi-private tour with a maximum of 8 guests.

### What ages are recommended for the tour?

All ages are welcome.

### Is outside food or drink allowed?

No outside food or drink when in the Museums can be brought in.

### Is smoking allowed?

Smoking is not allowed, including electronic cigarettes.

### Can I bring my pet?

No pets allowed.

### Can I take photos during the tour?

Photos are allowed unless otherwise indicated. The use of flash video and selfie sticks are prohibited.

### Can I remain in the museum after the tour ends?

Yes, you’re welcome to explore the museum on your own until closing time.