About The Met Museum - New York

📍 About The Met Museum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as The Met, is one of the world’s most renowned museums. Located on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, NYC, it houses over two million works of art, from ancient times to modern masterpieces.

🎫 Admission & Hours

The museum is open from 

• Sunday to Tuesday and Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday and Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
•  It is closed on Wednesdays. 
• General admission is $30 for adults, $17 for students
• free for children under 12.
• New York State residents and NY, NJ, CT students
  can pay what they wish by showing proof of residency.

🎧 Audio Guide Available

You can access The Met’s audio guide through the museum’s official app. It provides explanations in multiple languages for many of the most popular artworks. Bring your earphones to enjoy it comfortably!

🖼️ Must-See Artworks

Some of the museum’s most iconic pieces include Van Gogh’s "Self-Portrait with a Straw Hat", Emanuel Leutze’s "Washington Crossing the Delaware", and the Egyptian Temple of Dendur. Don’t miss these if it’s your first visit!

🚶 Visitor Tips

Since the museum is huge and can take several hours to explore, I highly recommend wearing comfortable shoes—sneakers are ideal. Bring a water bottle and take breaks when needed. There are seating areas throughout the museum.

📌 Final Thoughts

Whether you’re an art lover or a curious traveler, The Met is a must-visit in NYC. Plan your time well, use the audio guide, and don't forget to stop by the museum shop for memorable souvenirs!