The Met Cloisters

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How much does The Met Cloisters cost?

Standard adult admission to The Met Cloisters is $30. Pay-what-you-wish for NY State residents and NY/NJ/CT students; one ticket includes same-day entry to The Met Fifth Avenue. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of The Met Cloisters?

The Met Cloisters is open Thursday to Tuesday 10:00–17:00 (10:00–16:30 November–February); closed Wednesdays, Thanksgiving, December 25 and January 1.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is The Met Cloisters?

The Met Cloisters is located at 99 Margaret Corbin Drive, New York, NY 10040, in the Fort Tryon Park, Washington Heights, Upper Manhattan area of New York. The nearest stations are 190th Street (A train), Dyckman Street (A train), M4 bus to Fort Tryon Park / The Cloisters.

What can I see at The Met Cloisters?

Średniowieczny klasztor odbudowany nad rzeką Hudson, siedziba Unicorn Tapestries oraz romańskich i gotyckich skarbów Met. Current highlights include The Belles Heures of Jean de France, Duc de Berry, Stworzenia mitu i wyobraźni: Europa i Ameryki (Creatures of Myth and Imagination: Europe and the Americas), Annunciation Triptych (Mérode Altarpiece).

Do I need to book The Met Cloisters in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit The Met Cloisters?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.