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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Latest reviews
Excellent
Kevin is a fantastic guide. He is extremely knowledgeable about the breadth of pieces on display.
Tripadvisor customer · David · Apr 10, 2026 Excellent
Kevin was great! He was very thorough
Tripadvisor customer · Teriq · Apr 09, 2026 Excellent
Kevin gave an amazing and fun tour!
Tripadvisor customer · Raoul · Apr 06, 2026 Excellent
Excellent whistle stop overview of this fantastic Museum, showing the highlights and giving a great taster to focus on your time after the tour finished. Cherie was very knowledgeable and entertaining, thoroughly recccomended.
Viator customer · Alastair · Apr 05, 2026 Excellent
This was a great way to see The Met - such a digestible experience! Rob, our guide, was so engaging and knowledgeable! He truly made this a memorable day!
Tripadvisor customer · Toby · Apr 03, 2026FAQs
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!
What's the cancellation policy for private tours?
All private tours have a 7-day cancellation policy. Thank you for understanding.
How long is the tour?
The guided portion of the tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours. The river cruise ticket can be used at any time after the tour.
What makes this private tour different?
We’re the official tour operator of Grand Central Terminal, which means unmatched access, stories, and expertise. You won’t get these insider details anywhere else.
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 the Met Museum entrance fee included?
Yes! Your skip-the-line ticket is included, so you don’t waste time waiting in long queues.
