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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) is one of the world's largest and most comprehensive art museums, showcasing 5,000 years of global art and culture. A must-visit destination in New York City, The Met houses iconic masterpieces—from the ancient Egyptian Temple of Dendur to works by Rembrandt, Botticelli, Degas, Van Gogh, Monet's Water Lilies series, and sculptures by Rodin.

Special Admission

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New York State residents and students from New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut can pay what they wish with valid ID

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The Cultural Pass is a program that allows you to visit museums and cultural institutions in New York City for free.

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Ticket Prices

TypePrice
Adults$30
Seniors 65+ (with ID)$22
Visitors with disability$22
Students (with ID)$17
Under 12Free

Hours

DayHours
Sunday-Tuesday & Thursday10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday-Saturday10:00am - 9:00pm
WednesdayClosed

Highlights

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Directions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028

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