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    The Met Cloisters

    4.6 (820 reviews)
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    Andrea C.

    Beautiful museum, part of the Met. Some of the items displayed are truly amazing, some dating back to the year 200. But honestly, the building itself was more of the main attraction for me. It was just beautiful, with lovely gardens, overlooking the Hudson River. Really stunning. Also just really nice walk through the park to reach the museum, and a pretty crazy subway station built into the mountain. I don't think it's a great museum for young kids. They will likely be somewhat bored, but what a great way to spend a few hours on a nice day.

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    Robert S.

    During our last visit to NYC, we went to The Cloisters. This is a branch of the MET and it is located on 4 acres in Manhattan's Fort Tryon Park, overlooking the Hudson River. The museum was designed by architect Charles Collens and opened in 1938. It takes its name from elements of five medieval French cloisters that have been incorporated into the building design and serve as connecting points between the various galleries. It houses three medieval chapels, including the 12th-century Spanish Fuentiduena Chapel. The building's Gothic style, built from scratch in the 1930s, is meant to evoke the context in which the featured works were created. I thought that was an old building that was made into a museum, but not, the whole edifice was built in the 20th century. The permanent collection at the Met Cloisters includes more than 5,000 pieces of European art dating from 800 to the 1600s, the 12th through 15th century being strongly represented. The objects include sculptures, statuary, paintings, and stained-glass windows. Collection highlights include the renowned Unicorn Tapestries. Three of the cloisters include gardens meticulously designed in the medieval fashion. These gardens were full of colorful flowers and fruit trees. Most of the plants had plaques so you knew what you were looking at. It was a great visit. Full of history and beauty. Check it out if you are into Medieval art and history. It can be reached by bus, car or subway transfer. If you are a NY, NJ or CT resident, you pay what you wish with a suggested price of $22 per person. The ticket for regular adults is $30 and $22 for seniors. They do offer a few guided tours during the day, for example, the highlights tour was offered at 1PM.

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    Lise H.

    In a city like NYC, the Met Cloisters are a great way to get out of the busier parts of the city - located near Washington Heights/Inwood on the north west part of the Manhattan Island. With a car, the Cloisters were very easy to access - there's free parking on site which was much appreciated. My group of mixed ages leaning towards the older side came for a visit in Fall 2025. We were pleasantly surprised & grateful that there was a shuttle service that carried our older group members up to the main entrance (the steps up to the main hall are quite long for the elderly). When we went, we even stumbled upon a free museum event (after admission) where we crafted some metal embossing. One could stay for hours and admire the many different artifacts/tapestries/statues/religious art pieces in the museum portions. There are free tours (check the website for details) that give a lot of background and context to many of the exhibits in the Cloisters. There are several outdoor spaces with flowers and curated gardens with views of the Hudson below. Definitely a great place to check out - with history, gardens, and fresh air, it's a great place to explore for a little getaway from the city bustle. We also coupled our visit with a small walk around Fort Tryon Park.

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    Glenn C.

    Pro Tip- Go here in spring or summer as the gardens whether they be the Judy Black or Trie or otherwise are as much a spectacle as the museum itself. Open for a good long while , this museum primarily features Medieval artwork. You apparently get an admission to The Met with your ticket which would be a schlep but a nice day for those really into art. For those looking for food, I would recommend going before or after as the only option; the Trie Cafe; found in the gardens of the same name, tends to have large limes. The artwork is nice on the top floors though my preference is the downstairs section which features among other things a tiny fascinating Book of Hours. As noted in the tip, they have gorgeous gardens here as well and I spent a good while going through and taking photos like most others. There were also wreath making activities which was fun for the kids. It's not my favorite museum but it's still nice and the surrounding Fort Tryon Park is nice as well to walk around especially when the flowers are in bloom.

    Matthew W.

    Absolutely stunning abbey repurposed into a branch of the MET. It's a long way up from ground level, so while the stairs are fastest and most direct way to walk up, taking the longer and slower incline is better for your knees (and has beautiful views). You can also take the M4 bus up, or Uber. General Admission is $30, or pay what you want for NY and NJ residents. The Cloisters feature mostly medieval European art and architecture, and the vast majority of that is Christian symbology. There are two floors - the main floor and a "ground" floor, which you can access by taking a left hand staircase in the second gallery to your left when you enter. Both have spectacular outdoor and indoor gardens, which offer excellent photo opportunities; I'd recommend the ground floor garden myself. I'd recommend visiting the unicorn room simply because it's famous (for the "captured unicorn" painting). My personal favorites are the reliefs of the Pieta or the huge atrium with the hanging crucifixion. Otherwise, everything just sorta blends together. There's a gift shop on the main level for souvenirs. Lastly, remember not to touch anything! Much of the museum architecture is reconstructed, but much of it is also nearly a millennia old, and oils can damage the sculptures.

    Linda E.

    My absolute favorite time to visit the Cloisters is in the spring. Walking through Fort Tryon Park among the blossoming flowers and trees is a delight. I usually spend the day admiring the stone and wood sculptures, tapestries, manuscripts and paintings. The exterior grounds are just as awesome inspiring. My favorite path is on the south side of the museum's main level, along the Cuxa cloisters, the museum's structural centerpiece and thematic namesake.

    Anna C.

    The medieval architecture here is beautiful and inspiring. This is a fun way to spend a Saturday. We got lost trying to find the entrance, which led us to have to walk all over. I think they need better signage. You won't feel like you're in New York because it transports you to medieval times.

    Alex R.

    This was a nice escape from the bustle of the city The MET Cloisters is in Fort Tryon park and offers a nice little oasis on a hill. That being said, if you're not in the best shape (like me), you should drive to the top. You'll either have to take many stairs or walk up a winding hill to make it. That being said, you can't beat the views of the Hudson. The Cloisters is filled with renaissance art and statues. Room after room of religious art. And I loved that they had gardens to walk through.

    Forum S.

    I love this museum. It's so pretty and has a natural flow of showing art. It's built to replicate a medieval era cloister which enhances the whole experience. They have gorgeous gardens there and the art is mixed with paintings, tapestry, and artifacts. I really like the water views from the Cloisters. It can be a bit difficult to get to but I do think it's worth it especially during warmer days.

    Cherry M.

    This is only my 2nd time being here and there were a lot more people today. But I learned a lot from the free tour that they gave at 1 pm. Made me appreciate the Unicorn tapestries and the Chapel more. I find this museum unique to the more famous MET and MOMA and worth a visit if you have free time and are in the city on a rainy day.

    Rezwana N.

    One of my all time fav place in New York City so far I have only visited this hidden gem twice but I imagine to be there atleast once a year lol The museum is so beautiful & the whole area is just amazing. I do not drive so going there is a hassle all the way from the island but when I end up there I felt it was all worth it. I wanted to do seasonal shoots there ; every season I wanted to do a shoot but never can manage to travel there. One of these days I will try to see through my dream..! Definitely a must visit if you love nature & museums. And it's also free to public , if you wish you can donate too.

    Eddy G.

    I was pleasantly surprised by this museum. It's not necessarily the most diverse and modern museum, but it's a beautiful place to spend an afternoon. It's kind of a trek to get there, but definitely worth it. As soon as you enter the park that surrounds it, you instantly feel like you're no longer in the city. And when you reach the museum, it's so beautiful and peaceful. They have a variety of beautiful architectural spaces throughout, and even some outdoor areas with an incredible view of the Hudson River. If you want to "get away," but don't want to leave the city, this is a great option. It's also quite lovely this time of year. It's not too hot or cold, and you get the nice changing of the leaves. Can't recommend it enough.

    Sam E.

    Hidden history and art gem on one end of Fort Tyron park! Beautiful views of the fall foliage and Hudson River from the museum. You can easily spend 2 to 3 hours here. Museum grounds are well taken care of. Easy access to museum and park grounds from bus or A train. You can walk through the park from the bus or train station or drive directly up to the museum entrance. Would recommend grabbing a bite nearby or picnic in the park before or after the museum as the museum cafe has limited seasonal hours. Pay as you wish for New York state residents, and New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut students. Would definitely return.

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    This is in my neighborhood and a delight to take in. Their garden is the best part of the museum, followed closely by the tapestries.

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    Suggested donation no longer applies to tourists. Only students and local tri-state residents can pay the amount they desire. On the bright side you receive a three day pass good at all three Met museums.

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