Private Met Museum Tour: The Ultimate Art Highlights Tour
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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GetYourGuide customer · France · Aug 18, 2025 Excellent
Ryan was my Met tour guide this past Saturday and he was terrific. He was kind and knowledgeable and curated a great sample of the massive collection of art to introduce our group to. He was the perfect mix of pointing out curiosities and providing scholarly facts. Thank you Ryan! It was a joy!
Tripadvisor customer · Micah · Aug 18, 2025 Excellent
Katie has a lot of knowledge and a great, welcoming attitude. She helped us see the highlights of the wonderful collection and also challenged us to think about art in general. It was a fantastic experience!
Tripadvisor customer · Lesley · Aug 17, 2025 Excellent
Phil was five stars and we enjoyed the highlight tour of the MET. We learned so much about a few pieces vs wondering around.
Tripadvisor customer · Nancy · Aug 14, 2025 Excellent
Loved it! Jett was so enthusiastic, extremely knowledgeable and a great story teller. I was with two young kids who have a lot of energy and he held their attention, plus patiently answered their questions. Also with my mom, an art historian herself, and she also learned a lot!
GetYourGuide customer · United States · Aug 12, 2025
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GetYourGuide customer · France · Aug 18, 2025 Excellent
Ryan was my Met tour guide this past Saturday and he was terrific. He was kind and knowledgeable and curated a great sample of the massive collection of art to introduce our group to. He was the perfect mix of pointing out curiosities and providing scholarly facts. Thank you Ryan! It was a joy!
Tripadvisor customer · Micah · Aug 18, 2025 Excellent
Katie has a lot of knowledge and a great, welcoming attitude. She helped us see the highlights of the wonderful collection and also challenged us to think about art in general. It was a fantastic experience!
Tripadvisor customer · Lesley · Aug 17, 2025 Excellent
Phil was five stars and we enjoyed the highlight tour of the MET. We learned so much about a few pieces vs wondering around.
Tripadvisor customer · Nancy · Aug 14, 2025 Excellent
Loved it! Jett was so enthusiastic, extremely knowledgeable and a great story teller. I was with two young kids who have a lot of energy and he held their attention, plus patiently answered their questions. Also with my mom, an art historian herself, and she also learned a lot!
GetYourGuide customer · United States · Aug 12, 2025 Excellent
Jett was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. He took it at a great pace and made it very enjoyable for us. Overall a highly recommended experience.
Tripadvisor customer · Chamika · Aug 09, 2025 Excellent
Thank you for a brief amazing tour with many highlights of the met. Charlie is an excellent enthusiastic guide with a wealth of knowledge on NY and the met
Tripadvisor customer · karen · Aug 08, 2025 Excellent
Great quick tour that covers a lot of ground in a short time. Multiple topics and specific in-depth knowledge of many subjects.
Tripadvisor customer · Jeffrey · Aug 08, 2025 Excellent
Phil is a great guide. Loved his gentlemanly way of storytelling and showing us lesser-known aspects of these amazing artworks. Wish we could have even more time!
Tripadvisor customer · Jane · Aug 07, 2025 Excellent
John was a wealth of information, and even though he was aware enough of the tight time we had (2 hour tour), he shared additional details every time he was asked a question.
Tripadvisor customer · Jennifer · Aug 06, 2025FAQs
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?
Roughly 13 hours, with an early morning departure from Rome and a return in time for dinner.
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.
