Skip-the-line Met Cloisters & Fifth Avenue Tour by Car
Midtown Manhattan, New York
Discover Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance art and architecture in NYC on a private tour of the Cloisters of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Extended option: private transfers
Met Cloisters and Met Fifth Avenue Guided Tours in New York City
This guided tour suits art and history enthusiasts eager to explore medieval art at the Met Cloisters and optionally the Met Fifth Avenue in Upper Manhattan.
Description
Explore medieval Europe at the Met Cloisters, a museum in Fort Tryon Park showcasing medieval architecture, gardens, sculptures, and art. Skip-the-line tickets and a private guide make for a seamless visit enriched with detailed historical insights. The 2-hour tour focuses on the Cloisters, featuring views of the Hudson River and gardens with herbs and plants typical of the Middle Ages.
The 3.5-hour option adds private car transfers to and from your NYC accommodation, simplifying travel to this Upper Manhattan site. The 5.5-hour option includes private transportation plus a guided tour of both the Met Cloisters and Met Fifth Avenue. This extended tour offers skip-the-line access to a collection spanning European paintings, Egyptian artifacts, and Asian art.
Highlights
- Private guided tour of the Met Cloisters with a 5-star, licensed art history guide
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Met Cloisters (all options) and Met Fifth Avenue (5.5-hour option)
- Admire medieval architecture, illuminated manuscripts, stained glass, tapestries, and sculptures
- Optional private car transfers with pickup and drop-off service (3.5 and 5.5-hour options)
- Extended 5.5-hour tour includes a visit to the Met Fifth Avenue for a broad overview of global art history
Includes
- Private tour of the Met Cloisters and Met Fifth Avenue (5.5-hour option)
- Official, licensed NYC guide fluent in your chosen language
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Met Cloisters (all options)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Met Fifth Avenue (5.5-hour option only)
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off to your accommodation (3.5 and 5.5-hour options)
Important Information
- Tour details and updates are sent by email one day before the tour
- Number of attractions visited depends on the chosen tour option
- Timed entry with skip-the-line tickets requires airport-style security screening
- Group size limited to 25 guests per guide; larger groups receive additional guides at extra cost
- 3.5-hour option includes approximately 1.5 hours of round-trip transfer time depending on traffic
- 5.5-hour option includes transfers between the Met Cloisters and Met Fifth Avenue
- Standard cars accommodate 1-3 guests; vans are provided for groups of 4 or more
- Special requests and accessibility needs should be communicated in advance
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book your tour in advance to secure your preferred time. Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Morning tours are recommended for fewer crowds and pleasant light conditions.
