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Museum · New York

Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Open today, 10:00 – 17:00
Today
Open today, 10:00 – 17:00
Visit duration
≈ 1 hr 30 min (estimated) Category default — not a measured value
Accessibility
Step-free
Price
$0.00 per person
Standing
Must see
Rank
Rank 3 of 13,079
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Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

Plan your visit.

Opening hours

Monday 10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday 10:00 – 17:00
Friday 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday 10:00 – 17:00

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Admission

Per person $0.00

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Access and facilities

  • Accessible toilets · Available
  • Pushchair access · Available
  • Step-free access · Available
  • Toilets · Available

Read from the OpenStreetMap access tags; anything not listed has no tag recorded.

Set the group type to family in the planner and the day window contracts to about three quarters of a solo day.

About Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a major art museum located in New York City. It occupies a prominent position on the eastern edge of Central Park along Fifth Avenue. The institution operates as one of the largest art museums in the world by gallery space. Its collection spans multiple continents and historical periods. The building complex has expanded over decades to accommodate growing holdings. It serves as a significant cultural destination within the city's museum landscape. Open Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-17:00, Friday-Saturday 10:00-21:00; closed Wednesday. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Open Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-17:00, Friday-Saturday 10:00-21:00; closed Wednesday. Adult admission is USD 30; New York State residents and regional students may pay what they wish with valid identification. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Subway 4/5/6 to 86th Street, then walk west to Fifth Avenue. Yes. Weather, events, maintenance and security can change ordinary access. No. Special tours, exhibitions and upgrades use separate tickets. Open Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-17:00, Friday-Saturday 10:00-21:00; closed Wednesday. Adult admission is USD 30; New York State residents and regional students may pay what they wish with valid identification. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Subway 4/5/6 to 86th Street, then walk west to Fifth Avenue. Open Sunday-Tuesday and

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What's inside

The museum houses encyclopedic collections including paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, antiquities, costumes, and musical instruments. Galleries are organized by geographic origin and chronological period. Notable departments include Egyptian art, European paintings, American wing, and arms and armor. Special exhibitions rotate through dedicated spaces. The collection encompasses works from ancient through contemporary periods. Visitors encounter objects from diverse civilizations and artistic traditions. Specific current displays and loan arrangements are subject to change. Its value becomes clearer when the stop is compared with the surrounding streets and the other ranked places nearby. Adult admission is USD 30; New York State residents and regional students may pay what they wish with valid identification. Subway 4/5/6 to 86th Street, then walk west to Fifth Avenue.

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How long to spend

Visitor duration varies substantially based on individual interests and stamina. The extensive footprint rewards multiple visits for comprehensive coverage. Casual visitors typically allocate several hours for a highlights tour. Art specialists or enthusiasts may prefer full-day engagements. The museum's scale makes rushed traversal impractical for meaningful engagement. Strategic planning around specific departments improves satisfaction. Fatigue factors significantly given the physical demands of extended gallery walking. Personal pacing determines optimal visit length. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas.

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Season and crowds

Open Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-17:00, Friday-Saturday 10:00-21:00; closed Wednesday. Dated closures, ceremonies, performances, weather or security notices from the operator take priority over ordinary hours. Arrive early enough to complete the public route before final admission. Follow staff directions on arrival. Follow staff directions on arrival.

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Tickets

Adult admission is USD 30; New York State residents and regional students may pay what they wish with valid identification. The base amount and currency follow the operator tariff; premium products and separate institutions remain excluded unless named. Yes. Weather, events, maintenance and security can change ordinary access.

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Getting there

Subway 4/5/6 to 86th Street, then walk west to Fifth Avenue. Use the named entrance and station because security, separate exits and large complexes can change the practical route. Allow extra time for screening and the final walk. Follow staff directions on arrival. Follow staff directions on arrival.

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What to watch out for

Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Open Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-17:00, Friday-Saturday 10:00-21:00; closed Wednesday. Adult admission is USD 30; New York State residents and regional students may pay what they wish with valid identification. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Historic surfaces, crowds and security remain relevant.

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Photography

Imaging policies differ across galleries and temporary exhibitions. Flash photography is generally prohibited for conservation reasons. Tripod and selfie stick restrictions commonly apply. Some collections or loans prohibit all photography. Signage indicates applicable rules in specific zones. Personal non-commercial use typically receives broader allowance than professional or publication purposes. Staff enforcement varies by location and circumstances. Visitors should observe posted instructions and staff direction. Respect for fellow viewers and artwork protection governs permissible practice. When uncertain, inquiry at information points provides clarification. Adult admission is USD 30; New York State residents and regional students may pay what they wish with valid identification.

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Place details and sources

Address
5th Avenue, 1000, New York, NY OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Admission fee
Payable OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Short name
The Met OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Building
Museum building OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Museum type
Art OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Type of place
Museum OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Elevation
28 m OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Established
1870 Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Internet access
Wi-Fi OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Architect
McKim, Mead & White Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Architect
Calvert Vaux Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Architect
Jacob Wrey Mould Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Architect
Richard Morris Hunt Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Wikipedia article
Metropolitan Museum of Art Wikipedia · Checked 2026-09-09

Common questions

What are the regular hours?

Open Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-17:00, Friday-Saturday 10:00-21:00; closed Wednesday.

What is base admission?

Adult admission is USD 30; New York State residents and regional students may pay what they wish with valid identification.

Is the complete route step-free?

Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas.

Which public transport is named?

Subway 4/5/6 to 86th Street, then walk west to Fifth Avenue.

Can operations alter access?

Yes. Weather, events, maintenance and security can change ordinary access.

Are premium products included?

No. Special tours, exhibitions and upgrades use separate tickets.

Nearby

Within 6 min on foot
  • Neue Galerie 1 hr 30 min
    5 min walk

    Neue Galerie

    • High
    • Museum
  • Central Park 3 hours
    5 min walk

    Central Park

    • Must see · Heritage site
    • Nature site
  • Belvedere Castle 45 min
    6 min walk

    Belvedere Castle

    • High
    • Historic monument

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Source: OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata ·