The Metropolitan Museum of Art
#2 in Tourist AttractionsThe Metropolitan Museum of Art houses over 5,000 years of art from every corner of the globe, including Egyptian artifacts, European paintings, and American decorative arts across more than 2 million square feet of gallery space on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Plan to spend at least half a day exploring the permanent collections, and note that admission is by suggested donation for New York residents but has a fixed price for out-of-state visitors.
Overview
The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses over 5,000 years of art from every corner of the globe, including Egyptian artifacts, European paintings, and American decorative arts across more than 2 million square feet of gallery space on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Plan to spend at least half a day exploring the permanent collections, and note that admission is by suggested donation for New York residents but has a fixed price for out-of-state visitors.
Location & Contact
1000 5th Ave, New York, New York City 10028
Phone: (212) 535-7710
Highlights
- Highly rated — 4.8 stars from 93,027 reviews
- Mid-range pricing — good value
- Located in New York, New York City
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Visitor tips
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