The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Points of Interest & LandmarksArt Museums
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
At New York City's most visited museum and attraction, you will experience over 5,000 years of art from around the world. The Met is for anyone as a source of inspiration, insight and understanding. You can learn, escape, play, dream, discover, connect.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighborhood: Central Park
How to get there
  • 86th St • 8 min walk
  • 77th St • 9 min walk
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  • JaneE
    Worcestershire, United Kingdom117 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fabulous museum
    Blown away by it and I’ve visited lots of famous museums. It’s huge, wish I’d had time in NY to visit twice as after 4hr in there I hit artefact and art overload. Really didn’t expect to be impressed with the European history parts as there’s so much of this to see in the uk, but it was great. Exhibits are very spaced out making it easy to walk around and also shows off artefacts brilliantly. Art galleries also amazing, just wished I’d given the Guggenheim a total miss and spent 2 days at the Met.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 15, 2024
  • Farwriter
    London, United Kingdom169 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful museum
    I spent 3 and a half hours here and saw some of the medieval collection, plus the British galleries and the American Wing. For $30 I think it is excellent value - not much more expensive than other museums and there is so much to see, although you have to be selective and can't see everything in a day. Also, when a small bottle of water in the cafe costs $5.70, that makes the amazing art seem even better value! ;-) I visited at about 12.30 on a Monday - the entrance hall was busy and there was around a 10 minute wait in the queue for tickets but once inside I was surprised that it never felt crowded or noisy in the rooms I visited. There were plenty of people of course, but the museum is an absolute rabbit warren of interconnecting rooms and I was frequently the only person in a room at one time. I enjoyed seeing a mix of paintings, ceramics, furniture, and I particularly liked the period rooms in the American Wing, where fixtures and fittings have been transported from historic buildings and recreated. Amazing museum.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written February 27, 2024
  • Roney L
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Met: An Art Adventure Awaits!
    The Met is like stepping into a time machine, but for art! It's got everything from old-school relics to mind-blowing contemporary pieces. Seriously, it's a feast for the eyes. Whether you're an art buff or just up for an adventure, The Met won't disappoint. Plus, it's basically a crash course in art history with a side of awesome vibes. Totally worth checking out!
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written February 29, 2024
  • Daisyartpeggy
    Toledo, Spain33 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bring your own water!
    Love the museum, but why is it so hard to find a bottle of water? I felt like I was going to pass out. Endless walking and long lines at the café. It really needs to be easier to get water
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 2, 2024
  • CaseyChesh
    Nashua, New Hampshire75 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great museum in NYC
    Fantastic Egyptian art and antiquities. All of the famous classic artists have work on display here. A great spot for a couple or a family. Can spend a full day here and not see everything. The cafes get pricey.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written March 2, 2024
  • Aetofficial
    Izmir, TĂĽrkiye14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A museum that takes time to finish
    First of all, I must say that you definitely need to choose the time you go carefully. Unless you examine the works in great detail, one day will only be enough to finish them. You can see ancient Roman, Egyptian, Turkish and Far Eastern works, as well as many renaissance and pre-renaissance works. There are also many works from recent history.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 3, 2024
  • Relly B
    13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Don’t miss the guided tours by the MET guides
    I joined a guild tour (we were too stressed it would be full but it wasn’t. You just come and join). Dennis gave us a wonderful tour, so inspiring and informative. You could see that she is a true art lover and she enjoyed having a discussion about art with the group and answering questions, not just providing information. It was so great I joined another tour later, also excellent . Be careful from guided tours by external guides. I was on a poor Statue of Liberty tour a day before and the same guy was leading a tour at the MET. I am sure he had nothing to do with art and it is disgraceful to ask for money for such a tour when you can have the real thing for free.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled on business
    Written March 10, 2024
  • Scott B
    San Antonio, Texas43 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the NYC Jewels.
    If you like art and history this is the place for you. Art and history from around the world. See Egypt, China, Russia, and many other parts of the world. It is truly an amazing place. And then there are the beautiful gardens and delightful restaurant. Makes for a great day for yourself or the family.
    Visited May 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written March 14, 2024
  • Lilith
    Stuttgart, Germany984 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    An art museum whose reputation precedes it, the Metropolitan Museum
    A visit to the Metropolitan Museum really rounds off a visit to New York. Even non-art/museum lovers should visit the Metropolitan at least once. The variety of exhibits, collections, eras on display... you simply can't do it all justice in one visit. Every room or hall holds new treasures and there is so much to discover and look at more closely. Simply worth every cent of the entrance fee! A really great museum - everything you need, such as lockers, toilets, a gift shop, etc. is available. The building itself is also quite interesting for those interested in architecture! Easily accessible by metro and also barrier-free, well signposted. Absolutely exciting for all ages.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written March 18, 2024
  • Bioteacher67
    Oakville, Canada472 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Something for everyone
    This is a must see museum for any art lover. You could spend a week in here there is so much to see. Lots of famous paintings. It wasn’t too crowded and so it was easy to get great views of iconic art. I’d suggest making a list of the pieces you want to see so that you don’t miss anything.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 19, 2024
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Steve H
Cardiff, UK20 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
Spent half a day here on a very wet and windy day in October. This museum is absolutely amazing - so much to see. We'd highly recommend this to anyone who's interested in historical art and archeology. There really is something for everyone. Be aware that you really need a full day (at least!) for this - it's not somewhere you can just pop into for an hour of two. It's massive! Better to buy your lunch outside and eat it in Central Park and then return to the museum as the museum cafe is very very expensive (beef roll anyone? that'll be $19 thank you!)...I think this chips were cheaper mind. However, don't let that detract you from what's an amazing museum.
Written October 22, 2023
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Traveller
New York City, NY3,324 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Solo
I visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art (the MET) again in November 2024. I visit here every year. It is a massive museum and maybe the best museum in the world. I recommend that you plan out your visit in advance based on your interests. You will not be able to see everything. I also recommend that you buy your tickets on-line and in advance and get here early (before 10 am). This time I visited the following: Impressionist paintings, sculptures (Auguste Rodin), Courtyard and Cafe, George Washington Crossing the Delaware, Chinese Art, Japanese Art, special exhibit Siena 1300-1350. The other area I like is European paintings 1300 - 1800 which I will do next time. The main gift shop is also nice. My visits to the MET usually last around 4 hours.
Written November 2, 2024
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ONomade
Singapore, Singapore53 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • Solo
Of all main museums in New York, The Met impressed me the most. The collection is massive, one can wander through the rooms for hours and never have enough. Make sure you have plenty of time for your visit, and buy tickets in advance to avoid queues.
If for some reason your time is limited, the 19th and early 20th century European paintings collection on the 2nd floor is an absolute must. From Picasso to Monet to Cezanne to many more - not sure if there is one famous artist of this era whose works are not there.
I also recommend the “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” exhibition - it tells an an amazing story. Tip: Scan the QR code right when you come to the museum to join the queue, as the waiting time can be quite long. I suppose the same works for other limited space exhibitions at The Met.
A side note: The museum shop is great:)
Written June 22, 2024
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MichiganMelissa04
Michigan862 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • Family
This museum is wonderful. I recommend getting tickets in advance and arriving at least 20 minutes before opening to get in line, even on a weekday. I would hate to see what it is like on a weekend. The line is the same whether you have tickets or not, but if you have tickets you don't have to wait in an additional line inside. If possible, try to plan your visit in advance so you are sure to have time to see what you want. My favorites were the Impressionist Paintings and the American works. We also liked the Arms and Armor and Musical Instruments, as well as the French furnished rooms - not sure which part of the museum that was but it was wonderful. I have been here twice and still would like to return - there is just so much to see.
Written June 18, 2024
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saturn50
Brooklyn, NY4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Solo
Honestly, I'm fascinated by the sheer size of this place. I've visited this place at least a dozen times and yet I always manage to stumble on some new exhibit every single time. It's a palace of art and history. Anyone who is interested in visiting NYC has to visit the Met at least once.

Because of its popularity, it's unsurprisingly crowded. The Met opens at 10am every day of the week except for Wednesday. I would recommend getting there around 9:45am to avoid long lines. You will still wait for a few minutes, but it'll speed up. And here's my biggest tip: ORDER TICKETS ONLINE. You'd be surprised how many people and tourists cram themselves in the lobby trying to get in line for tickets. So do yourselves a favor, buy tickets in advance, get there early, and have practically the entire museum to yourself for a blissful 30 minutes before the crowd catches up.

I've also seen a lot of people pouring over maps, which are available in the lobby. You should definitely take one, but you shouldn't stress out over getting lost (unless you're on a time budget of course, but then again the Met is huge). Instead, that's the fun part of museums. You let yourself get lost and wander through the corridors looking at timeless pieces.
Written August 10, 2024
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brewColumbus_Georgia
Columbus, GA1,461 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 • Couples
Maybe because it’s Christmas but the place was crowded and sometimes hard to navigate but it was so worth it. For Seniors it 22 bucks that are made worth it just by seeing the Black Egypt Artist Exhibit. You need to get there early and spend an entire afternoon- from paintings and artwork that inspires to works of art that take your breath away- and admission is good for both places.
Written December 24, 2024
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MelbourneSeeTheWorld
Melbourne, Australia421 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
With only a few days to spend in New York, The Met was one attraction on our must do list. To do the place justice you need to spend a day to see all that is on offer however we unfortunately only had three hours which went quickly. Quite simply the place is massive. Once you get through the normal bag checking you have the option to either buy a ticket at the counter or scan the QR code to pay via your mobile device. Navigating the complex was not all that easy and a lack of clear signposting to various displays was a little frustrating. That said we enjoyed our visit and would recommend it to those who have an interest in art throughout the ages.
Written September 10, 2024
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RaleighFrench
Raleigh, NC276 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Friends
On the website, it talks about Friday and Saturday night "date night". You still pay the $30.00 entry fee, but there were supposed to be drink and food specials and music. We got to the rooftop 30 minutes after the event started and the bar tender told us they were already out of the BOGO wine special. So we paid $16.00 for a mediocre glass of wine. The food "specials" were things like party mix. The party mix was $8.00 and not a lot of it. There was no music. We had gotten to the museum 3 hours earlier to see all the wonderful art, which we enjoyed. But when the museum is pushing a "date night" they really should try harder. We liked the museum but found "date night" to be extremely lacking.
Written June 6, 2024
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Dary en vacaciones
El Centro, CA233 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Family
The architecture of the museum is very nice both outside and inside the place. To enter it is necessary to climb the stairs, however there is a small entrance to the left side of the fountain for people who cannot climb steps and presenting your ticket allow you to enter by the elevator. There's a lot of security at every exhibition. It is definitely a museum that you cannot miss if you visit the city. And you can dedicate a whole day or several days to it. Inside the museum you will find spaces to buy souvenirs (they do not have measures for children) such as sweatshirts, caps, accessories inspired by paintings, etc.
The cost of the day was $22 for seniors, $30 for adults and children without charge.
You can purchase your tickets online if you wish. The museum is on the side of Central Park. I definitely recommend visiting.
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Written August 5, 2024
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Dean S
Long Island, NY147 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 • Solo
The Metropolitan Museum Of Art is truly an Immense collective of history from all continents. It is indeed one of the well preserved and renowned museums in the world. Upon arrival, you walk up the grand steps, take some time for a photo op, walk through security scanners and you’re in to the grand hall. Local residents may enter for free but must queue in a rather long line to take advantage of this. There are several visual and audiovisual guides so be sure to take advantage of those materials at the center console upon entry. It is rather difficult to see the museum in its entirety in one day, especially if you are taking it all in and moving at a casual pace. The museum holds incredibly well curated artifacts and truly is a must-see when in New York.
Written March 11, 2023
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