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Private tour in New York City Jeff D
Masterpieces of the Met NYC Tour
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2 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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Jeff D.
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I am a licensed Tour Guide, Travel Writer, and long-term New Yorker. With over two decades of experience, I lead tours of NYC's iconic sites (the Statue of Liberty, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Broadway Theatre District, etc. ), neighborhoods, and themed tours. I have created tours for the New-York Historical Society, Google, the New York Public Library, Cartier, Colombia University, Johns Hopkins University, and numerous local tour companies. I also craft multi-day NYC itineraries for clients. My forte: New York's fascinating history and cultures. As a writer, I have written over 150 articles about New York, covering NYC landmarks, neighborhoods, history, dining, and events. I am also an amateur photographer with work in the Museum of the City of New York's permanent collection. Exploring the city and sharing it with others is a labor of love - I am passionate about all things New York City. I strive to make every tour an occasion - blending in-depth information, local insight, illuminating stories, plenty of discoveries, and fun. I combine expertise and enthusiasm to create one-of-a-kind, unforgettable New York experiences. NYC Sightseeing Guide License. Created special tours for the New-York Historical Society, the New York Public Library, Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University among others. Freelance journalist - over 150 published articles about New York City. NYC Theater professional, including work on Broadway & Lincoln Center. Long-term New Yorker. Member of the Guides Association of NYC. Like most New Yorkers, I do not drive. The best way to experience NYC is walking its streets and neighborhoods. Tours are designed for exploration on foot, using public transportation, taxis/Uber, or ferries as needed.
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Explore the monumental Metropolitan Museum of Art on this express walking tour
Overview of your New York City tour
The Metropolitan Museum of Art offers one of the world's finest collections of art. With over two million works spanning five millennia, their motto: "One Met, Many Worlds" is apt. But their vast collection is spread over hundreds of maze-like galleries - getting lost in the museum is practically inevitable. In fact, it's common for visitors to leave "the Met" exhausted and perplexed, having missed masterworks they hoped to see. These Masterpieces of the Met tour allows you to make the most of your time at the museum. Together we'll leap across times and cultures, enjoying some of the world's great works of art. We'll raid an ancient Egyptian tomb and meet the mummies. We'll see great works of the Italian Renaissance (including a lost work by Michelangelo), step into a Roman boudoir, inspect sensual Baroque sculptures, suits of armour and astounding Tiffany stained glass. And, of course, we'll see paintings by European masters, including Raphael, Rembrandt, Vermeer, Picasso, Monet, Goya and Van Gogh.
Recent Reviews
Pauline Verna P.Philippines
This is our 2nd tour w/ Jeff in our NYC trip! Our time at MET was compact but we were able to navigate the place with ease. We were able to see and learn about arts & history with Jeff. The MET collection includes the famous Temple of Dendur, historic paintings like the American Wing & the Egyptian artifact collections. Without Jeff’s help, we wouldn’t be able to see much and appreciate these things as part of our World’s history. Thank you for being patient with us and sharing your stories, Jeff.
Claudia M.United States
We loved our tour of The Metropolitan Museum with Jeff. He instructed us where to meet him to miss the long line to enter the museum. He guided us to the art pieces which we would not have been able to navigate on our own due to the size of the museum along with giving us great information on the museum and the art. Jeff also gave us excellent advise on which Broadway Musicals to consider! Thank you for a wonderful day in the Museum.
Kris H.United States
Jeff was a fantastic guide for our Met tour! He struck the perfect balance of being knowledgeable and genuinely funny, keeping everyone engaged from our late-teen family members to those of us in our 60s. Our whole family appreciated how he tailored the experience to such a wide range of ages and interests. Highly recommended!
Tara G.United States
Jeff was an absolute delight to work with. We were on a bit of a tight schedule, and he was able to work with us and our bit of a constraint. He was extremely knowledgeable and took us to see all the highlights. He knew exactly how to move through the incoming crowds quickly and in the best order of things so that we could see the various pieces with the fewest people around as could be possible. We would not hesitate to use him again for a future trip (and hope to do this). Thank you, Jeff!
Bonnie S.United States
We came to NYC for a long weekend of fun - so getting lost at the MET was not on the agenda. Jeff gave us an amazing tour of the museums' highlights, totally enriching from start to finish. Jeff's personality is friendly and conversational: he's knowledgeable with just the right amount of humor. There is so much to be said about the "back story" of the exhibits and Jeff brought that to our attention. Highly recommended!
Your New York City tour itinerary
The itinerary will be the following: *The Egyptian Galleries *The Temple of Dendur *The American Wing (including the renowned painting, Washington Crossing the Delaware) *Arms and Armory *The Sculpture Gallery *European Paintings (including masterworks by Rembrandt, Raphael, Picasso, Van Gogh, Rodin, and Monet). This tour can be customized upon request.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
We will explore the vast museum by strolling its most popular galleries.
What's included
Other: - Tickets to the museum (good for the entire day, as well as the Cloisters and the Met Breuer).
Private Guide
Tickets: Museum ticket
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
New York, New York, United States
The museum lobby, beside the Pharaoh statue.
Other details
Tour categories
Museums
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
400944
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour is perfect for art enthusiasts and anyone interested in exploring the vast collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art without getting overwhelmed. It's also ideal for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for travellers with mobility concerns.
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2 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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2 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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