Skip-the-line Met Cloisters & Fifth Avenue Tour by Car
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 and a tour of the Met 5th Avenue branch with skip-the-line tickets.
- Visit the Met Cloisters with a 5-Star Art History Guide
- Save time with skip-the-line tickets to the world-class Met museum complex
- Admire and learn about medieval architecture and art
- Get a full experience with a guided tour of Met 5th Avenue (5.5-hour option only)
- Book private car transfers with pickup and drop-off service (3.5 and 5.5-hour options only)
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Book a 2-hour private tour to explore the Met Cloisters without the hassle of waiting in long lines. Your guide will lead you through this peaceful sanctuary, modeled after medieval monasteries and churches, offering breathtaking views of the Hudson River. Wander through serene gardens filled with carefully selected herbs and plants, just as they were grown in the Middle Ages. Inside, admire a remarkable collection of illuminated manuscripts, stained glass, tapestries, sculptures, and other medieval treasures. Your guide will share fascinating stories about these artifacts, deepening your appreciation of their history, artistry, and cultural significance.
Choose the 3.5-hour option to make your visit even more comfortable with private transfers to and from your accommodation in New York City. The Cloisters is located in Upper Manhattan, and navigating the city’s public transport can be tricky. With private car service, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride without the stress of getting lost or delayed.
For the ultimate experience, book the 5.5-hour option, which includes private transportation and a fully guided tour of both the Met Cloisters and the Met Fifth Avenue. Skip-the-Line Tickets to both museums let you enjoy the highlights without waiting in queues. At the Met Fifth Avenue, discover masterpieces from across the world—European paintings, Egyptian artifacts, Greek and Roman sculptures, Asian and Islamic art, and more. It’s the perfect way to immerse yourself in global art history in a single day. Book your tour today!
2-hour: Met Cloisters (No Transport): St Frances Cabrini Shrine, 701 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10040, United States | Meet your guide in front of the St Frances Cabrini Shrine, 701 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10040, United States Open in Google Maps
3.5-hour: Met Cloisters & Transport: NYC, NY, USA | Pickup & drop-off: Guests will be driven from their accommodation to the meeting point, where the guide will be waiting in front of Cañave, 4716 Broadway, New York, NY 10040, United States. After the tour, the driver will wait at the same location for return transfer. Open in Google Maps
5.5-hour: Met Cloisters, Met 5th Avenue & Transport: NYC, NY, USA | Pickup & drop-off: Guests will be driven from their accommodation to the meeting point, where the guide will be waiting in front of Cañave, 4716 Broadway, New York, NY 10040, United States. After the tour, the driver will wait at the same location for return transfer. Open in Google Maps
What you should know
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The number of attractions visited depends on the selected option.
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Cloisters & 5th Ave) allow timed admission, skipping the ticket office line. All visitors must go through mandatory airport-style security checks.
- To ensure a great experience, we limit groups to 25 guests per guide. Larger groups get additional guides at a higher price.
- The 3.5-hour option includes an estimated 1.5-hour round-trip transfer, depending on distance and traffic.
- The 5.5-hour option includes transfers between Met Cloisters & Met 5th Ave.
- We provide a standard car for 1-3 people and a van for 4+. For a larger vehicle, book a 4-person tour.
- Have a special request or need assistance for individuals with disabilities? Let us know in advance - we're happy to help!
Skip-the-line Met Cloisters & Fifth Avenue Tour by Car
