Exploring Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, known affectionately to locals as “the Met” has a plethora of departments to discover, from Arms and Armor to Modern and Contemporary Art, the United States’ largest art museum is home to a staggering two million works of art.
Accommodations near Metropolitan Museum of Art
There is a range of options for all travelers. The most popular hotel in New York is the Vibrant 4BR in Upper East Side by Sonder, which has been booked 5 times from our Hotels.com verified guests. Our guests also highly recommended AKA Sutton Place in New York as it has been reserved 5 times.
Sightseeing near Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Gracie Mansion
The Gracie Mansion is the official residence of the Mayor of the City of New York. The mansion was built in 1799, it overlooks Hell Gate channel in the East River. Tours are available on Tuesdays upon reservation.
- Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Begin your tour of the numerous museums at the famous Guggenheim museum, which houses masterpieces by the likes of Van Gogh, Renoir, and Picasso. Featuring a 96-foot-high glass dome and a striking spiral rotunda, this spectacular building is as much a piece of art itself as the precious collections housed within.
Transportation near Metropolitan Museum of Art
New York's streets are mostly organized in a numbered grid pattern, making navigation easy. The subway system is comprehensive and user-friendly, while taxis are plentiful and affordable.
