Metropolitan Museum of Art
(212) 535-7710
1000 5th Ave
(at 82nd Street)
New York,
NY
10028
40.7786
-73.9627
Neighborhoods: Central Park, Midtown
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The finest collection of American art in the world, a selection of ancient Egyptian art that rivals any outside of Cairo, and an amazing array of European painting and sculpture--these are just some of the reasons why the Met remains the cultural touchstone of the arts-dense city. In addition to the American and Egyptian art, the Greco-Roman galleries and European paintings are some of the finest in the world, and feature important works from just about every country, period and style. Fortunately, the museum has a pay-what-you-wish policy that allows entry for as little as a quarter.
User Reviews
GautamCity81
May 27, 2009
This is by far, the best museum in all of New York City. You cannot take a trip to the Big Apple and not make a stop at the Met. They have the coolest exhibits I have ever seen. Gotta go through the Ancient Egyptian exhibit first, they have a chunk of an actual pyramid in there and you can walk through it! Even can see some mummified bodies! Also, don't forget to check out the Armors and Weapons exhibit on the top floor, its jaw-dropping! Definitely check it out if you haven't. If you've been there, they always have new and temporary exhibits as well. So definitely worth coming back to.
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MetCASHIER02
May 24, 2009
I wish for once New Yorkers would own up to their actions. So you can pay a dollar or a penny to get in, that does not mean that you should come in and be smarmy to the cashiers and throw your money on the counter and snicker at us. It is extremely rude and degrading to the cashier who has probably done anywhere from 200-400 transactions before you and who just can't even stand to look at another dollar. I am sorry but it's not right how we get abused day after day. and your not helping New York if you pay $1 or a penny to get in, the Museum is in dire straights right now and it shows, if you come and there are several galleries closed well don't complain because that's what happens when you take advantage and pay a penny.
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RRivas427
May 11, 2009
You can find anytype of art here, from any culture or era...its an amazing meseum....the tour guides were extremely helpful and informative. Must visit if in NY!
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Where to Sit:
The rooftop patio is one of the best places in New York to have a glass of wine, with the opportunity to gaze across Central Park while surrounded by great sculpture.
Save Money:
Admision to The Cloisters is free with your ticket to the Met.
