Private Met Museum Tour: The Ultimate Art Highlights Tour

New tour

321 reviews

2 hours

Max 1–6

Why take this tour?

Highlights

  • See the Met’s Most Famous Masterpieces in Just Two Hours – A fast-paced, curated journey through Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, Greek sculptures & more.
  • Step Inside an Ancient Egyptian Temple—In the Middle of NYC – Stand before the Temple of Dendur, saved from a watery grave and reconstructed at the Met.
  • Meet the Artists Who Changed Art Forever – From Rodin’s sculptures to John Singer Sargent’s Madame X, hear the stories behind art’s greatest icons.
  • A Private Walks Guide Who Brings Art to Life – Your guide is part historian, part storyteller, part art detective—ready to unlock the Met’s secrets just for you.
  • Skip the Guesswork & Dive Right In – No wandering aimlessly—just the ultimate highlight reel of the Met, tailored to you.
  • Sites Visited
  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)
  • Ancient Egyptian Galleries
  • Temple of Dendur
  • Tomb of Perneb
  • Greek and Roman Galleries
  • Auguste Rodin (Sculptures)
  • Vincent van Gogh (Paintings)
  • Picasso and Degas (Paintings)
  • Claude Monet (Water Lilies)
  • John Singer Sargent (Madame X)
  • Tour Includes
  • Skip-the-line ticket to Metropolitan Museum of Art
  • Local English-speaking guide

The Experience: The Met’s Greatest Hits, in Two Unforgettable Hours

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Latest reviews
Excellent
Excellente visite <br />Nous avons passé un superbe moment avec Phil qui prend son temps qui donne des explications très claires souvent accompagnées d une pointe d humour.
Tripadvisor customer · Dorothee · Oct 30, 2025
Excellent
Excellent visit <br />We had a great time with Phil who takes his time giving very clear explanations often accompanied by a touch of humor.
Tripadvisor customer · Dorothee · Oct 30, 2025
Excellent
We had a great time while visiting the MET! Our tour guide (Jett) was very knowledgeable and humorous! He was able to show us various exhibits and very popular paintings throughout the museum. Also he was able to tell the back story of the artist and the work being displayed. Even though it was only 2 hrs, it was very informative. We left the MET knowing more about our favorite artist. It was a great tour!!!
Viator customer · DonnaLynn · Oct 29, 2025
Excellent
Ryan was an excellent tour guide for the 2- and 3- hr tours. We walked through the divine Egypt collection, Greco-Roman art, the newly re-opened Oceania wing, and saw many of the European artists and sculptures.So much to see and so little time! The 3-hr guided tour is worth it!
Tripadvisor customer · Susan · Oct 28, 2025
Excellent
Gostei muito. O Guia Jett é muito amável, explica super bem sem ser cansativo. Obrigada!
GetYourGuide customer · Portugal · Oct 27, 2025

FAQs

What's the cancellation policy for private tours?
All private tours have a 7-day cancellation policy. Thank you for understanding.
What if I’ve been before?
Even if you’ve visited before, this tour offers fresh insights and new perspectives. You’ll uncover hidden details, surprising stories, and insider knowledge that most visitors miss.
Is this tour good for first-time visitors?
Absolutely! If you’ve never been to the Met before, this is the perfect way to see the best of it without feeling overwhelmed.
Can I choose specific art periods or themes?
While this is a highlights tour, your guide can adjust the pacing to focus more on what interests you. Want extra time in Ancient Egypt or European paintings? Just let your guide know!
How long is the tour?
The private tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours—plenty of time to explore, ask questions, and experience Grand Central like never before.
Is the Met Museum entrance fee included?
Yes! Your skip-the-line ticket is included, so you don’t waste time waiting in long queues.
What makes this private tour different?
This is a morning private tour, meaning you’ll enter right at opening and see the Crown Jewels before the biggest crowds arrive.