Plan Your Visit
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Tickets
Suggested Admission
New York State residents and New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut students: the amount you pay for admission is up to you, but you must pay something ($00.01 minimum per ticket).
NY residentsPay what you wish
NY, NJ, and CT studentsPay what you wish
To buy pay-what-you-wish tickets online, you must have a New York State billing address. New Jersey and Connecticut students can only buy pay-what-you-wish tickets in person with valid student ID. 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
Adults$30
Seniors (65 and over)$22
Visitors with a disability (in-person only)$22
Students$17
Children (under 12)Free
Members and patronsFree
Caregiver of a visitor with a disability (in-person only)Free
Locations and Hours
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The Met Fifth Avenue
Hours: Sunday–Tuesday and Thursday: 10 am–5 pm
Extended Hours: Friday and Saturday: 10 am–9 pm
Closed: Wednesday
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Monday in May.
The Met Cloisters
Hours: Thursday–Tuesday: 10 am–5 pm
Closed: Wednesday
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1.
Know Before You Go
- Visitor Guidelines
Review our visitor guidelines to get the most out of your Met experience.
- Directions and Parking
Plan your route to the Museum.
- Museum Map
Use The Met's interactive map to get around the Museum.
- Accessibility
We welcome all visitors and affirm our commitment to offering programs and services that are accessible to everyone.
- Food and Drink
Where to eat and drink when you visit.
- Become a Member
Enjoy free admission, complimentary guest tickets, invitations to exclusive viewing hours, discounts, and more.
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More Ways to Explore
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