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, 2026
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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, 2026 Excellent
The Met is huge and can be overwhelming. I highly recommend taking the guided tour to gain focused insight from an art expert. My family really enjoyed the tour and learned much more than doing it on our own.
Tripadvisor customer · Robert · Mar 31, 2026 Excellent
Really just an overview of what the Met has to offer. After the tour you can go back and see things in more depth. It includes an all day ticket so staying until closing is a bonus
But please be on time ( which is 15 minutes prior to the tour starting). Of the 15 people who purchased the tour 6 people for 11am. Tour showed up 15 min late. We all waited while tickets were purchased for them so we all started 15 min late which made our tour 15 minutes shorter. The same 6 left the tour without telling the guide. Our guide was very knowledgeable.
Viator customer · Margaret · Mar 26, 2026 Excellent
Kevin was great very knowledgeable!
Tripadvisor customer · Dougie · Mar 21, 2026 Excellent
Kevin was phenomenal! Great tour to see highlights of The Met.
Tripadvisor customer · Erin · Mar 21, 2026 Excellent
Kevin gave us an amazing 2-hour express tour of The Met! His deep knowledge of art and history brought every piece to life, and his subtle humor made the experience genuinely fun. He was incredibly flexible, tailoring the tour to what we wanted to see while adding context that enriched everything. Knowledgeable, witty, and adaptable—Kevin made our visit unforgettable!
Tripadvisor customer · Jenna · Mar 21, 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 private tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours—plenty of time to explore, ask questions, and experience Grand Central like never before.
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.
