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Metropolitan Museum of Art |
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5th Avenue at 82nd Street |
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City:
New York City |
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Admission:
Free |
From ancient Egyptian pieces, to the finest in Greek and Roman art, to priceless works from artists like Rembrandt and Botticelli, the Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the city’s finest museums. Opened in 1880, the Met also features an American Wing, exhibiting works that range from oil paintings to antique furniture. Inside the 5th Avenue entrance visitors will find themselves entering the elegant Great Hall, which has been declared a national landmark. The Met is the largest museum in the country and features more than three million works of art. The Museum is located at 5th Avenue and 82nd Street.
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