Explore one of the best museums in the US! You'll start with a blast from the past, with a visit to Ancient Egyptian tomb models. Incredibly well preserved, these pieces were a more important discovery than they seem, as they offered pictorial insight into what life in Ancient Egypt was like. You'll also get to see the Temple of Dendur, fully intact and surreally displayed inside a naturally lit atrium, nestled in Central Park.

You'll then head east for the Antioch Chalice, believed by some to be the Holy Grail itself, the cup from which Jesus drank on the night he was betrayed. Believe the story? You’ll have time to debate its merits with your expert guide. For history aficionados, the next few stops will be a true delight: the Greek and Roman wings contain elegant statues, imperial Roman busts, and intact frescos buried along with those at Pompeii.

But the exploring doesn't stop there! Head over to exotic Oceania to see boldly carved Bisj poles from Papua New Guinea, for which a Rockefeller gave his life. The tour continues to the Golden Age of Dutch painting, perusing portraits by Rembrandt and marveling at the virtuosity of Vermeer. After a brief passage through Italy, it’s off to Spain to see El Greco and to France for Jacques-Louis David’s famous Death of Socrates. Get ready for a unique and engaging Met experience.

Discover all the major highlights of the MET
Perfect for art and history lovers
Travel through 6,000 years, across the globe in just a few hours
Gain a greater understanding of the length and breadth of this world-class collection

Important to know

Know in advance:

Those requiring wheelchair access to the museum will need to enter the museum to the left of the main entrance (while facing it) where a ground level entrance is located. Please inform the staff you are meeting a tour group in the main lobby

This tour runs with a maximum of 15 people
You should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty
This tour is in English only
No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure
Certain items are not permitted in the museum and such items will be confiscated and will not be returned
No reservation is required for infants under 2
All donations go to the museum's "Support Art for Life Program"
A bag check is available. Please allow extra time and check your items prior to joining the tour
Galleries and artwork visited during this tour are subject to closure and absences without prior notice. Your guide may need to modify to account for these events on the day of the tour

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