--- title: "\"The Met\" Metropolitan Museum of Art Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max" lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 120 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 443 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 1 of 17 (Museum & Art Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/the-met-metropolitan-museum-of-art-tour-semi-private-8ppl-max/ --- # "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max In our comparison: #1 of 17 in Museum & Art Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Louvre or the British Museum. On this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour, you’ll be able to skip the line and explore it's most famous pieces with the help of an engaging guide who will lead the way. Skip-the-Line NOTE: Initial security line cannot be bypassed and may vary in size depending on congestion. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet near the Information Desk in front… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: max 8 from €120 · private from €296 - Starts 10:30, 14:00, 17:00: 3 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €120 per person for the SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. option; other options up to €296 - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.98/5 from 443 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Babylon Tours New York City - Group: Group size varies by option: max 8 from €120 · private from €296 - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 10:30, 14:00, 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.98 from 443 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 440 of 443. - 5 stars: 437 (99%) - 4 stars: 3 (1%) - 3 stars: 3 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. | €120 / person | English | "Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS. | | Family Friendly Private Tour! | €296 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Family Friendly Private Tour! | | UPGRADE AS PRIVATE TOUR | €296 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Guide Just For You: Skip-the-Line Private Museum Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees | ## What's included - Semi-Private Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum - Skip-the-Line Semi-Private Guided Museum Tour. Security line still mandatory for guests and may vary - Duration 2.5 Hours - Professional Guide - All Entrance Fees ## Not included - Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi) - Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional) - Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair ## Itinerary 1. **The Metropolitan Museum of Art** (2h 30m; admission included) - New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Louvre or the British Museum. Its roughly 2 million works of art and artifacts cover everything from ancient Egypt to modern art. From the Great Hall, you’ll see the... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 10:30, 14:00, 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet near the Information Desk in front of the Egyptian Pharaoh statue, in the Great Hall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art  Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - A maximum of 8 people per booking - Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. - Notes: The Met museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year. - 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience! ## Compared with other Museum & Art Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 17** | €120 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (443) | varies by option | | ["The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/the-met-metropolitan-museum-of-art-exclusive-guided-tour/?format=md) | €120 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (961) | private | | [Bushwick Street Art Tour and Williamsburg Lifestyle Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/bushwick-street-art-tour-and-williamsburg-lifestyle-tour/?format=md) | €55 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (163) | shared | | [The Met Museum & Central Park Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max](/usa/new-york/tours/the-met-museum-central-park-guided-tour-semi-private-8ppl-max/?format=md) | €181 | 5h 30m | 5.0 (56) | shared | Ranked #1 of 17 in Museum & Art Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €181, median €52; typical length 2h. 4 of 17 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/nyc-museum-art-tours/?format=md ## More in New York - All New York tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/the-met-metropolitan-museum-of-art-tour-semi-private-8ppl-max/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md