Met Express Tour: Quirky Art Highlights

Embark on a 2-hour Metropolitan Museum Express Tour and uncover hidden treasures, quirky artifacts, and fascinating backstories behind famous works of art. Join now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art - Begin the tour in Ancient Egypt, where you can admire impeccably preserved ancient Egyptian tomb models. Discover miniature dioramas depicting life during Tutankhamen’s era and delve into the intriguing burial customs of the time. Gain further insight at the next stop, featuring Egyptian mummies and “William,” the…
What's Included
  • Pre-arranged Met Museum tickets
  • Local Expert Guide
What's Not Included
  • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Arguably one of the premier art institutions globally, the Metropolitan boasts a staggering collection spanning six continents and over 6,000 years, making it so extensive you could easily lose days exploring its contents. If you’re short on time, our Met Express Tour takes you through its highlights. Your two-hour journey begins when you rendezvous…

Location
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
5th Avenue
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 1000 5th Ave (The Metropolitan Museum of Art). Meet in the main lobby to the right of the information desk in front of the large seated Pharaoh.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Susan
Apr 27, 2025
The Met Tour - This tour was very enjoyable. Our guide, Kevin, was very knowledgeable of art and obviously loves the Met. He was even able to answer a question we had about an obscure image of a woman sitting at a mirror that from a distance looks like a skull. While we only saw a portion of the museum, it was well worth it.
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83band
Apr 25, 2025
What a great day! - Two hours was nowhere near enough time. Jett, our guide was very well versed in all areas of the museum. He spoke confidently and loudly enough so all could hear on a very busy day at the Met.our first time visiting the Met, but certainly not our last. BIG thumbs up for Jett.
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Cityusertrek
Apr 24, 2025
MET highlights - We did a 3 Hours tours and Jared, our guide, took us on a journey of the highlights of the museum, also telling us about museum’s interesting facts. It would be impossibile to see everything so that’s why you can stay longer after the tour ends.
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Aca1894yl
Apr 24, 2025
Entertaining Tour! - Great history of artists and knowledge. It was fun, entertaining, and educational. Great first tour of The MET!!! We had a great time.
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Tombz2909ek
Apr 24, 2025
Fun Met atour - Had a great tour with Charlie, light hearted and educational, kept the tour moving and lively. Lots of fun and would def recommend.
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Yankees327
Apr 24, 2025
Private group tour was great! - Charlie was fantastic! So much knowledge and energy. He ensured our group stayed together and could view all of the highlights. I learned so much and our group really enjoyed the tour.
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Krystalcx1319nx
Apr 24, 2025
CHARLIE IS GREAT!! - He was super energenic and smart. I highley recommend him!! My favorite was the Egypt and Greco roman area. I cant wait to come again one day!
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Kimbermarief
Apr 24, 2025
Go on this tour! - Charlie was super great, knowledgeable, and very enthusiastic. The Met is just amazing, I wish I had more time to see everything!
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Julia_b
Apr 27, 2025
The MET was magnificent... - The MET was magnificent and featured many amazing pieces of art! Our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. However, the Viator meeting person/point were not at the correct location at the correct time, which was very stressful in a busy area. This lady had lots of attitude toward us. Please improve on timeliness and communication skills. Additionally, please do not send photos of incorrect staff that will be met.
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Quest65554519782
Apr 25, 2025
Knowledgeable - Joined an extended 3hr tour today. Guide Jett was knowledgeable and ensured everyone included throughout the tour around busy museum. Checked that people could hear him, gave time to look at selected exhibits. Lots of information provided. Museum would be overwhelming to choose what to see without the guide.
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From $65
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).