easy
5–5.5 hours
Suitable for those with moderate fitness; involves walking on paved museum floors and uneven park terrain.
Spend a compelling half-day with Babylon Tours NYC, combining the artistic wonders of The Metropolitan Museum of Art with a guided walk through Central Park’s iconic landscapes. Dive into art history and urban nature in one unique private tour.
5.5 hrs | Daily | Art Inside & Out
Embark on a captivating 5.5-hour private tour that blends art and nature in New York City. Explore the masterpieces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, including works by Van Gogh and Vermeer, then stroll through Central Park's iconic landscapes, from Bethesda Terrace to Bow Bridge, uncovering the city's rich cultural tapestry.
Explore New York’s art both inside and outside on this brilliant combo tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art & Central Park. On this 5 to 5.5 hour private guided combo tour, you’ll visit one of the world’s most elaborate collections of art and historical artifacts, then stroll the paths of the this infamous urban green space.
At the Met, your guide will show you a collection that rivals those of the Louvre and British Museum. With no less than 2 million works of art and artefacts on hand, the Met showcases objects from Ancient Greece and Egypt as well as modern art from Europe and beyond. During this tour, you’ll start at the sumptuous Great Hall before moving to the museum’s most important galleries. In the Medieval Europe Gallery you’ll learn about the Studiolo from the Ducal Palace as well as armory worn by Henry VIII. The American wing hosts the staircase from the Chicago Stock Exchange as well as the iconic portrait of Washington crossing the Delaware River. Learn about the turbulent and inspiring lives of several European painters including Vermeer, Seurat, and Van Gogh in the European wings. The museum itself has stories to tell, and your guide will explain how this American gallery differs from its older European counterparts, especially since it began before the United States was even 100 years old!
After a break for lunch, we head to Central Park designed to give New Yorkers a breath of fresh air. More than just green space, it’s also a venue for memorials and artwork honoring figures like Bolivar and Marti, as well as Balto and Hans Christen Andersen. As your enthusiastic young guide shares the park’s history, you’ll cross the famous Gapstow Bridge on your way to the Central Park Zoo. You will follow the tree-lined Mall and discuss the literary figures memorialized in statues on either side. You will discover the Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, site of countless Hollywood moments. Cross Bow Bridge on your way to Strawberry Fields towards the Dakota to learn about John Lennon’s assassination at his memorial. You’ll discover the resplendent restaurant, Tavern on the Green, before joining the locals in Sheep Meadow, where New Yorkers of all walks of life can get away from city life for a moment.
You'll be covering museum galleries and park paths over several hours, so support and cushioning are key.
Required for museum entry alongside your ticket, so have a passport or government ID ready.
Layer your clothing to stay comfortable moving between air-conditioned museum halls and potentially chilly or warm park air.
Hotel pickup is not included; taxis or rideshares are recommended to reach the Met’s entrance at 1000 5th Ave.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art was founded in 1870, developing one of the world's largest art collections, while Central Park was designed in the 1850s as a democratic green space amidst Manhattan's urban grid.
Efforts by Central Park Conservancy help maintain the park’s landscapes and historic structures, ensuring a sustainable urban ecosystem for flora and fauna.
Supportive footwear is essential for covering long distances on varied surfaces.
Layers keep you comfortable moving between indoor museum climate and outdoor elements.
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Stay hydrated during the walking portion in Central Park, especially on warm days.
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Weather can change quickly, so be prepared for possible rain showers.
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