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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Museum Gallery
4.8 (79048 reviews)
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028
+1 212-535-7710
Did You Know?
Art Collection
The Metropolitan Museum of Art boasts a collection of over 2 million art objects, spanning 5,000 years of history.
Guidebook Pages
The museum's latest guidebook features almost 600 works of art across 17 curatorial departments, spanning a whopping 456 pages.
Centennial Celebration
The Metropolitan Museum of Art's centennial was celebrated with a grand 18-month program, including exhibitions, symposia, concerts, lectures, and special events.
Mascot
The museum has a hidden mascot: a hippopotamus sculpture that resides in the Egyptian wing.
Highlights from Reviews
• diverse collection
The museum has a vast and diverse collection spanning 5,000 years of history.
• Egyptian collection
Many reviewers recommend the Egyptian collection as a highlight.
• free guided tours
The museum offers free guided tours that are informative.
• beautiful architecture
The museum's architecture and design are beautiful.
• ample seating
The museum has seating areas throughout, allowing visitors to rest.
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