easy
5–5.5 hours
Suitable for visitors in moderate physical shape capable of walking and standing for extended periods.
Spend a half-day with Babylon Tours in New York City visiting The Met’s art treasures then wandering Central Park’s landscapes. This small-group tour pairs cultural insight with outdoor discovery.
5.5 hrs | Daily | Art Inside & Out
Embark on a captivating 5.5-hour small-group tour that blends art and nature in New York City. Explore the masterpieces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, then stroll through the iconic landscapes of Central Park, discovering hidden gems and breathtaking views. This unique experience deepens your appreciation for the city’s rich cultural heritage.
New York boasts amazing art collections both outdoors and indoors, and this combo tour will blend the best of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with a stroll through iconic Central Park. On this 5 to 5.5 hour semi-private guided tour welcoming up to 8 people, your energetic guide will introduce you to the world’s most famous swath of greenery while also visiting an equally renowned museum. There’s no better way to maximize your time uptown than with this unforgettable experience. You’ll have a break between the two visits, of course.
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 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.
This tour involves walking on various surfaces including museum floors and park paths—choose footwear with support.
The tour runs rain or shine; bring layers and rain gear, especially in spring and fall months.
Large bags and suitcases aren’t allowed inside the museum; opt for a small backpack or handbag.
Plan to meet your guide 10 minutes before your tour to avoid missing the start inside the Great Hall.
Central Park was designed in the 1850s to provide New Yorkers with a natural refuge from the city, while The Met was founded in 1870 to offer a national gallery of art.
Efforts maintain Central Park’s natural landscapes and wildlife habitats amidst the city’s development, while The Met practices sustainable operations to preserve art for future generations.
Supports long periods of walking on varied surfaces inside the museum and in Central Park.
Protect against changing outdoor conditions during the park portion of the tour.
all specific
Allows you to carry essentials while complying with Metropolitan Museum bag restrictions.
Stay hydrated during the walk, especially in warmer or dry seasons.
spring|summer|fall specific