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Combo (Save 5%): Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Guided Tour + New York City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Visitors exploring exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on a guided highlights tour in New York City.
Visitors exploring exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, during a guided highlights tour.
Tourists enjoying the Big Bus 24/48/72-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour in New York, passing by iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building
New York City hop-on hop-off bus with Empire State Building and Statue of Liberty in view.

Discover NYC with this cost-saving combo, offering a guided Metropolitan Museum of Art tour with skip-the-line access & a hop-on hop-off bus tour.

Highlights

  • Unravel ancient Egypt on a guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, observing meticulously preserved tombs and the Temple of Dendur.

  • Get a deeper understanding of iconic works by Monet, Van Gogh, Rodin, and more, as an expert guide gives you hidden insights into the Met's treasures.

  • Explore the streets of New York on a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour, hopping between 2 routes and 19 stops like Times Square and Brooklyn Bridge.

  • Create your own NYC adventure with open-top double-decker buses equipped with multilingual audio guides running every 10 to 15 mins

  • Did you know? The Temple of Dendur is a real, 2,000-year-old temple that was brought from Egypt and painstakingly rebuilt within the museum.

Inclusions

Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • 2-hour guided tour of Metropolitan Museum of Art highlights

  • English-speaking guide

  • Skip-the-line entry to Metropolitan Museum of Art

NYC HOHO

  • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

  • Access to Downtown & Uptown Loops

  • Bike rental offer (rent for 1 hour & get 2 hours free)

  • Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, and Portuguese

  • Free mobile app to navigate and view stops

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Andrea Ignofofo

Andrea

3/5

Oct, 2024

Our guide had a thick accent and soft voice. It was really difficult to hear him. Also our guide started talking before we all got to the item he was talking about. He walked really fast! I have older parents and it was hard for them to keep up with him. Overall, I really do not think our guide should be a guide.
Melissa Madigan

Melissa

5/5

Oct, 2024

It went passed alot of great spots in New York it was easy and convenient to get on and off.. all the staff were super friendly
Jennifer Diane Dunham

Jennifer

4/5

Sep, 2024

Tickets were easy to book and to redeem. It was a great way to lots of the city, including places we probably wouldn't have gotten to on our own. My husband really enjoyed the narration.
David Congalton

David

4/5

Aug, 2024

Ticketing was very smooth. Bought online and staff member scanned QR code and printed tickets and off we went! Red Loop was great, Jimmy was very informative as well as entertaining. Blue Loop was not so good as too many stops and not so much info.
Joan Dakin

Joan

3/5

Aug, 2024

The concept of getting on and off at various points is great; but one bus dropped us off a block before the regular stop, and there were no directions to the sights listed - for example, Rockerfeller Center and Grand Central Station were a few blocks from the drop off point, and there was no one to direct us. The audio gave very little direction or informaton; too much of it was just music, and the narrators were silly. I would not recommend Big Bus for New York.

Spend less and see more with this cost-saving combo, which offers a guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and a hop-on hop-off tour of New York.

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Avoid the queues and explore the vast Metropolitan Museum of Art with an expert guide leading you through carefully curated routes. This 2-hour tour includes skip-the-line tickets, ensuring minimal waiting times. Marvel at ancient Egyptian tombs, learn about the intricate Temple of Dendur and appreciate iconic works by Monet, Van Gogh, Rodin, and more. This tour caters to both first-time visitors and art enthusiasts, providing deep insights into the Met's most famous pieces and hidden treasures.

NYC HOHO

Once you've immersed yourself in art, hop on the Big Bus to explore the city's vibrant sights on the Downtown and Uptown Loops. With 19 strategic stops, this pass allows you to customize your NYC adventure. Enjoy the convenience of buses running every 15 mins, ensuring seamless exploration of the city. The pre-recorded commentary available in multiple languages brings NYC to life, offering intriguing facts about the city's famous spots.

Downtown Loop (Red Route)

  • First bus: 9am from stop #1 (M&M;’s World)

  • Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (M&M;’s World)

  • Frequency: Every 10 to 15 mins

  • Popular Stops: Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, Chinatown

Uptown Loop (Blue Route)

  • First bus: 10am from stop #13 (Hope Sculpture)

  • Last bus: 4pm from stop #13 (Hope Sculpture)

  • Frequency: Every 60 mins

  • Popular Stops: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park Zoo, Columbus Circle

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

What to bring

Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • Bring along your walking shoes for comfortable exploration.

What's not allowed

Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 15 people.

  • Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography and tripods are no-go inside the venue.

NYC HOHO

  • Keep in mind luggage is not allowed on the buses. Pack wisely!

Accessibility

Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

  • Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for mobility issues.

NYC HOHO

  • The buses are wheelchair accessible.

  • Choose safety and comfort: Visitors with mobility impairments may not be able to access the upper decks.

Additional Information

Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • Be prepared for a bag check. Arrive early and check your belongings beforehand.

  • Some galleries or artworks on the tour itinerary might be unavailable on the day of your visit due to unforeseen closures or loan arrangements.

  • For visitors using wheelchairs, the museum offers a more accessible entrance located to the left of the main entrance (ground level). Please inform the staff there that you're meeting a tour group in the main lobby.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

  • Meet your guide at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

  • Address: 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, United States.

  • Landmark: In the main lobby to the right of the Information desk in front of the large seated Pharaoh.

Get directions to the meeting point

Big Bus: New York City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

  • Carry a printout of your voucher and hop on to the bus from any stop on the route. The driver will exchange it for the bus ticket.

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