"Admission/check in time was a breeze even though it was super busy."
"We went early when it opened and walked right in."
"Buying tickets there was not a problem this evening only 5-10 minutes."
"If you visit with a local, they can buy tickets for a reduced price."
"Students and seniors receive a discount."
"NY residents can enter for free with an option to give a donation."
"Best thing is.. its pay what you wish for NYC residences!"
Cons:
"I came here at around 4pm and the cash queue was insanely long, so better bring your master/visa card for faster self-served at the automatic machines."
"Wait can be a bit long on holiday season, so be warned."
"Coat check takes forever."
"So many sections of the museum were closed without explanation."
"We saved the rainy day to do the museum and when we got there it said it’s closed on Wednesdays!!!"
"The tickets price for non-New Yorkers(in November 2023) is 30 dollars."
"Tickets are now 30 bucks for an adult or $17 for a kid."
"The museum's vast collection includes stunning artworks, sculptures, and historical artifacts that span centuries, cultures, and continents."
"The museum's vast collection spans over 5,000 years of art, featuring works from various cultures and regions."
"The Met is huge, with art ranging from European to Asian to African art and so much more."
"The sections reflecting the beauty of Alhambra and the Ottoman Empire are small but beautiful!"
"The modern art painting section is probably the weakest part."
"The museum has the most robust and comprehensive collections of the ancient artworks about Greece, Rome, Asia and Egypt in the US."
Cons:
"So many sections of the museum were closed without explanation."
"Recently visited the museum for the fashion exhibit... dealt with such rude staff members."
"The place was overcrowded, not only in specific sections but in the entire museum, which obviously negatively impacted my experience."
"We did have a hard time navigating, especially around the closed sections and would appreciate digital maps that would help navigating around closures."
"The collection was limited due to the closure of some galleries."
"The special exhibition a bit disappointed as it was too crowded and too heavy in Degas and Manet."
"Sadly, several wings of paintings remain in storage, because of construction / restoration."
Visitor Experience
Pros:
"Beautiful museum to come to with family and friends. Of course there's a lot of history and we were able to do the tour with a tour guide which was great."
"Although it was extremely crowded, staff worked to get everyone inside quickly as it was raining."
"The staff is very friendly and helpful."
"The museum regularly hosts educational programs, lectures, concerts, and family-friendly events."
"It's such a perfectly organized museum with great private galleries, outdoor-looking indoor spaces, and cafes."
"The rooftop garden provides great views of the city looking south across Central Park."
"The museum’s facilities, including clean restrooms, a well-organized coat check, and multiple dining options, made the visit comfortable and enjoyable."
Cons:
"Not sure if small kids will have enough patience to walk as it’s crowded and really big."
"I got lost in this museum so many times trying to find my friends."
"The place was overcrowded, not only in specific sections but in the entire museum, which obviously negatively impacted my experience."
"But hey that’s New York."
"God awful overcrowding. Nowhere to eat, no drinks to be had because of huge queues."
"The Great Hall (entrance) was absolute chaos when we got in, it was super crowded, and people were lining up everywhere."
"The only downside is that it's always crowded every time."