# The Metropolitan Museum of Art

> New York's giant encyclopedic art museum, where kids can wander past Egyptian tombs, knights in armor, musical instruments and period rooms. Family guides,…

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Museums · Upper East Side, Manhattan

New York's giant encyclopedic art museum, where kids can wander past Egyptian tombs, knights in armor, musical instruments and period rooms. Family guides, drop-in art-making and family programs help younger visitors engage with the collection.

- **Address:** 1000 5th Ave, 10028
- **Neighborhood:** Upper East Side, Manhattan
- **Ages:** Ages 3–17
- **Price:** Kids free · adults $30 (Adults $30, students $17, kids 12 and under free; NY residents pay what you wish)
- **When:** Sunday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; Monday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; Tuesday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; Thursday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
- **Setting:** Indoor
- **Phone:** (212) 535-7710
- **Website:** https://www.metmuseum.org
- **Checked against:** https://www.metmuseum.org/plan-your-visit

## Highlights

- Kids 12 and under free
- Pay-what-you-wish for NY residents
- Temple of Dendur and Arms & Armor galleries

Hours and prices change; confirm with the provider before you go.

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