Gallery Closures

The Ancient Near Eastern and Cypriot Art galleries, the European Paintings (1250–1800) galleries, and the Michael C. Rockefeller Wing are closed for renovation.

Plan Your Visit

Masks are strongly recommended. Review our latest guidelines.

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Tickets

Suggested Admission

For any New York State residents as well as New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut students, the amount you pay for admission is up to you. 

NY residents   Pay what you wish
NY, NJ, and CT students   Pay what you wish

 

Get your suggested admission ticket in person at any admissions desk with a valid ID. No advance reservations. Accepted forms of residency verification include New York State driver’s license, New York State identification card, IDNYC, current bill or statement with a New York State address, student ID, and New York library card

 

General Admission

Visitors not eligible for suggested admission may purchase tickets online.

Adults    $30
Seniors (65 and over)  $22
Students  $17
Children (under 12)  Free
Members and patrons  Free

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Complimentary admission eligibility and passes

Booking online

General Admission tickets purchased online can be scanned at any museum entrance at your selected location, date, and time.

Included with your ticket

All admission tickets include exhibitions and same-day entry to both Met locations.

Member benefits

Members and patrons enjoy free and unlimited entry. Scan your membership card at any museum entrance for admission. Need help? Visit the membership desk in the Great Hall.

Group Visits

All groups of 10 or more, and third-party guided tours of any size, are required to register in advance. Register here.

Locations and Hours

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The Met Fifth Avenue
Over 5,000 years of art from around the world.
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
Extended Hours: Fri. and Sat., 10 am–9 pm
Closed: Wednesday
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Monday in May
In the foreground, a lush garden with small fruit trees in blossom; in the background, who women sit under a stone arcade with double columns.

The Met Cloisters
Art, architecture, and gardens of medieval Europe.
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
Closed: Wednesday
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1

More Ways To Explore

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An Hour At The Met

Explore some of The Met’s collection highlights in this one hour tour.

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Audio Guide

Stream audio guide content to your device and listen in the galleries. 

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Primers

Get a quick, immersive look at an exhibition or topic.