Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) Attractions & Things to do

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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Treat yourself to a tour of New York City's Central Park on a pedicab guided tour. Sit back and relax as you ride along the paths and hear unique stories about our famous central park. The tour begins with the short story of how this famous park was built followed by a fabulous view to Fifth Avenue and the Plaza Hotel. Shortly after covering the east side of the park your tour guide will make a stop at the most famous location of the park - Bethesda Fountain where we will take some wonderful pictures of you (free of charge). We will be pointing at apartments where celebrities live as well as the spots from your favorite TV Shows.
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New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Louvre or the British Museum. On this 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour, you’ll be able to skip the line and explore it’s most famous pieces with the help of an engaging guide who will lead the way. Evening tours are available on Friday and Saturday, for a more intimate experience.

Skip-the-Line NOTE: Initial security line cannot be bypassed and may vary in size depending on congestion.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

One of the world’s greatest art museums, the Metropolitan Museum of Art — aka the Met — is so vast you could easily spend days inside. This tour cuts to the chase, taking you straight to the collection’s highlights for an in-depth look. A knowledgeable guide introduces you to a broad spectrum of art, jewellery, ancient relics and architecture on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

This guided Met tour is the best way to take advantage of the riches that are inside one of the world’s greatest art museums, choose between the 2-hour or 3-hour options.
A visit to the Met's rooftop garden for panoramic views of Central Park is included only from October to May and for the 3-hour option.
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Scandals! Murder! Romance Architecture! Come step inside some of the few remaining Gilded Age mansions of Fifth Avenue and learn about the people who lived in and designed these masterpieces.
If you're a fan of the HBO show The Gilded Age, you'll love this tour. During the Gilded Age New York City became home to the greatest concentration of wealth in human history.

As America's new millionaires competed with each other to see who could have the most ornate mansion alongside the newly created Central Park they spent vast sums of money to hire architects inspired by European palaces to build structures the likes of which had never been seen in America.

These men and women were as fascinating and complex as the homes they inhabited and we'll hear stories of power, greed, love and generosity from a time when America was quickly becoming one of the richest and most powerful countries in the world.
Duration: 2 hours.

Don’t miss this private excursion in New York’s famous Central Park where your guide takes you around in a comfortable rickshaw. Cruise the oasis of New York with the wind in your face, and pass by many must see sights. Highlights include a ride through Bethesda Fountain, picture stop at Bow Bridge and Friends Fountain, magnificent view to Skyline of Billionaire’s Row, and much more.
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Easily one of the best art museum in the world, with works spanning 6 continents and over 6,000 years, the Metropolitan is so vast you could easily spend days inside. If you don’t have days to spare, our Met Express Tour cuts to the core.
Your 2-hour tour starts when you meet your guide and small group of no more than 15 people at the entrance to the Met. The small group size ensures that you can ask all the questions you want and never miss a word of what your guide is saying. After a brief intro, it’s off to find some of the most bizarre and quirky pieces hidden within the enormous collection. A hippo with a limp? Check. A wardrobe malfunction from ancient Egypt? Yup. There’s even some kinky flemish dinnerware (if age appropriate, of course). You’ll also get the funny and fascinating backstories on more famous works and learn about the wild lives of artists like Monet and Van Gogh. Don’t forget about the butt-themed scavenger hunt; prepare yourself accordingly.
Duration: 2 hours.

Skip the line at New York’s most popular attraction on a private guided experience through the most exciting highlights of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This private tour will begin with the extraordinary history of the Met from its founding and development through the acquisitions that made it into a world class art institution. Discover some of the most incredible art, influential artists, significant artifacts, and little know secrets in history and culture from America and beyond.

Express no-line access
Learn the fascinating history of the museum and its collection
Discover the highlights and hidden treasures
Encounter important artifacts and art
Personalize the tour to your interest

Duration: 2 hours.

Skip the line and immerse yourself in the Metropolitan Museum of Art with a tour that showcases its most iconic masterpieces in just two hours. Led by an expert guide, you’ll explore 5,000 years of art and culture, from ancient civilizations to modern masterpieces.

Begin at the Met’s entrance, where your guide will introduce the museum’s significance before leading you to the Egyptian Wing to admire the monumental Temple of Dendur. Then, discover the American Wing’s iconic works like “Washington Crossing the Delaware” and contrast them with European masterpieces by Velázquez, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh. The tour also includes highlights from Modern Art, featuring pieces by Pollock, Warhol, and Picasso, each brought to life with fascinating insights.

If visiting in summer, the experience concludes with stunning views from the Met’s rooftop garden. This City Wonders tour offers an enriching, expertly guided exploration of the Met, perfect for both art lovers and curious travelers.
Duration: 2 hours.

New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Louvre or the British Museum. On this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour, you’ll be able to skip the line and explore it's most famous pieces with the help of an engaging guide who will lead the way.

Skip-the-Line NOTE: Initial security line cannot be bypassed and may vary in size depending on congestion.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses one of the greatest art collections in the world. With over two million works of art and artifacts, ranging from ancient Greece and Egypt to Modern art from Europe, it is New York’s must-see museum.

Maximize your time with a small group guided tour or a private tour of popular galleries with an expert guide. Alternatively, explore on your own after a 30-minute orientation session.

Walk through 5000 years of art history, seeing the Egyptian temple of Dendur, masterpieces of the Robert Lehman collection, the original facade of a Wall Street bank, and more! Art movements like impressionism, cubism, and abstract expressionism unfold before your eyes.

If there's a specific area you're excited to visit, ask your guide. You can stay and explore the exhibits until closing.

With your entry ticket, you can also visit The Cloisters uptown on the same day. The Met has extended hours on Friday and Saturday evenings for a quieter, exclusive experience.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Discover the vast Metropolitan Museum of Art with ExperienceFirst. Over 2 million artworks spanning 5,000 years await. Our guides will make this journey extraordinary.

Be captivated by ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and European masterpieces. Explore contemporary expressions and gain profound insights into art's impact on our world.

For first-timers or enthusiasts, our tour offers engaging narratives, delving into history, emotions, and themes. Ignite curiosity and leave with a deeper appreciation for artistic expression. Experience the Met with us.
Duration: 2 hours.

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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Enjoy a 2.5 hs private tour of the Metropolitan Museum in New York with your kids! Our kid friendly guide will engage the whole family with stories and activities purposely tailored for your children.

You will not miss the Ancient Greek and Roman collections, the Arms and Armors Hall, the highlights of the American art collection and Modern Art collection and much more!
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

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Aboard a comfortable van or mini-bus, enjoy a comfortable 4-hour sightseeing tour designed to offer a comprehensive and entertaining experience of New York City. This tour, narrated by a professional tour guide, includes some of the most iconic spots of New York City.
Duration: 4 hours.

- See the footprint of the largest single residence ever built in Manhattan
- Take in outrageous stories of Gilded Age wealth, architecture, and art on Fifth Avenue while strolling along the very Avenue where they happened
- Learn some of the secrets of the famous Frick Collection as you stroll by
- Discover a charming bookshop tucked into a Fifth Avenue mansion
- Uncover one of the last single residence mansion on Fifth Avenue
- Visit the oldest building on Millionaire’s Row, Fifth Avenue
Duration: 2 hours.

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Duration: 2 hours.

With over 5,000 years of civilization from around the globe represented in one of the world's great museums, a guided tour to ensure the "must-sees" is a necessity! This tour navigates the dawn of civilization, the history of America, the Modernist movement in Paris, the ruins of Pompey, Arms and Armor as high fashion and military function, and most importantly, the story of New York City.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Our tour starts at an easily accessible pickup spot. The tour begins with the warm welcome from our team. As the tour enters the park, the tour guide will give a brief introduction of the park and its' history. First celebrity home that we show is Lady Gaga’s followed by Keanu Reeves. As the tour continues further, tour guide will point out the famous Plaza Hotel on fifth avenue and the ice rink. The tour will then head towards the north by passing Upper East Side and the Museum Mile.

The first stop for pictures is at Bethesda Fountain where guides will take pictures of visitors. It is followed by another stop at Cherry Hill where guides will give the visitors an opportunity to explore the famous Bow Bridge and take pictures at the Friends' fountain.

The tour will continue by exploring Strawberry Fields of John Lennon and his apartment at the Dakota. The tour will then head back to the south by covering Upper West Side, the bridge from movie Elf, Trump Hotel, and many more.
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When in New York City, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as 'The Met' is a 'must-do' experience for kids and families. On this 2.5-hour tour your kid-friendly guide will show you the highlights and get you learning through games and activities!
Meet your guide at the main gate, avoid the queues and enjoy skip-the-line entry. Take a trip around the world from inside the largest art museum in the United States. Learn about Greek Gods and Myths in the Greek and Roman Hall, marvel at kings, samurais and armors in the Arms and Armors Hall, see Egyptian mummies and temples in the Egypt section, discover Chinese culture in the Ancient China Hall and take in the wonders of American Modern art!
The whole family will learn about art, history, different cultures and more as they take part in tailor-made games, including a real life treasure hunt. This is the perfect way to introduce your kids to art and share a common interest in a fun and educational way!
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

The world of art crime is both fascinating and diverse.
During this private tour, you will learn about various art crimes that happened inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art or connected to artworks from its collection, from the looting of antiquities to Nazi theft and the seizure of paintings right off museum walls.
This is a one-of-a-kind tour that reveals the unknown history of the well-known museum institution.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

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Take a guided electric scooter tour through Central Park and experience all its attractions! The entire Central Park will be covered by this tour, from beginning to end, making sure you don't miss anything. The scooter tour is a fun and exciting way to explore Central Park. Your guide will lead you to the iconic sites and you can wander around at your own pace.

Visit iconic Bethesda Fountain, Belvedere Castle and more, marvel at the impressive architecture of the historic buildings that surround the park, and take photos with scenic backdrops as you make your way along the tour. Your knowledgeable guide will provide you with information and our high-quality scooters will keep you entertained!
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore the history of high society along Fifth Avenue on a private guided tour through one of the worlds most exclusive neighborhoods. Uncover the real-life stories of some of the most notable self-made magnates of the American Industrial Revolution, from rags to riches, ruthless robber barons and the philanthropists who left lasting legacies. Travel through millionaire’s row to see, lavish mansions, elite private social clubs, fine art museums and cultural institutions.

Duration: 2 hours.

Over 1.2k Google reviews. By far the easiest and most relaxing way to see the park. Your pedicab tour guide will pick you up at 59th street and 6th Ave. This private tour takes you to all around Central Park. There will be stops along the way at the major attractions to give you a chance to walk around and get some amazing pictures. Along the way, you will also learn all the History of completely man-made Central Park. Your tour guide/driver will be with you at all points to make sure you get the best experience possible.
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“Discover New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art on a fun and engaging family-friendly tour, perfect for kids and teens! This 2.5-hour exclusive experience lets you skip the line and explore the Met’s most famous treasures with the help of an expert guide who brings the art and history to life for all ages. Evening tours on Friday and Saturday offer a quieter, more intimate experience for your family to enjoy together.

Skip-the-Line Note: While the security line cannot be bypassed, your guide will ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit once inside!”
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Official Central Park Tours is a union of experienced pedicab drivers with great knowledge about Central Park and New York City in general. We offer high quality, experienced sightseeing tours guides ready to make your trip in New York memorable.A pedicab is a bicycle with tree cycles very safe drive by a licensed driver. Going around Central Park with a pedicab allow you to fully explore the beauty of the park through its hop-one, hop-off guided tours.
Duration: 2 hours.

Hop on the Gossip Girl Sites Tour to explore locations as seen in the popular television series Gossip Girl!
Venture on this fun guided pedicab tour, where you’ll explore sites in the Upper East Side and Midtown Manhattan all from the comfort of private PEDICAB in the summer and in the winter with cozy blanket.
Met steps where Blair (and her minions) and Serena famously have lunch whilst at school.
The Palace Hotel Home to the Van der Woodson’s and affectionately known as Serena’s lair
Laduree where Blair buys her favorite macaroons!
Empire hotel which appears in later seasons after Chuck Bass decides to invest in the hotel.
St James Church where Blair and Prince Louis got married.
Bethesda Terrace where Chuck and Blair get married.
Vera Wang Boutique where Blair found her wedding dress
Harry Winston where Chuck bought engagement ring for Blair.
The Plaza Hotel
The Pond where Blair and Dorota feed the ducks

Duration: 2 hours.

Official Central Park Tours is a union of experienced pedicab drivers with great knowledge about Central Park and New York City in general. We offer high quality, experienced sightseeing tours guides ready to make your trip in New York memorable.A pedicab is a bicycle with tree cycles very safe drive by a licensed driver. Going around Central Park with a pedicab allow you to fully explore the beauty of the park through its hop-one, hop-off guided tours.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Enjoy a 1 to 2 Hrs, Pedicab Ride through Central Park in vivid tours Experience, your pedicab guide will stop, take pictures, and talk about history of the this fabulous park in a fun way! Pedicab is a private tour, your group only. Pedicab or Rickshaw Tour is surely the best option to maximize time and see the most of the park.
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- See the footprint of the largest single residence ever built in Manhattan
- Take in outrageous stories of Gilded Age wealth, architecture, and art on Fifth Avenue while strolling along the very Avenue where they happened
- Learn some of the secrets of the famous Frick Collection as you stroll by
- Discover a charming bookshop tucked into a Fifth Avenue mansion
- Uncover one of the last single residence mansion on Fifth Avenue
- Visit the oldest building on Millionaire’s Row, Fifth Avenue
Duration: 2 hours.

As NYC TOUR with 9 years experience, we offer fascinated guided Central Park pedicab tour. Our guests can make sure that they will see all the attractions, learn everything about Central Park and take lots of photos in amazing places. It is a very informative, fun and scenic drive through Central Park in company with our experienced, knowledgeable and entertaining guides who they can speak in different languages like English, Spanish, French, Russian, Turkish. We do our tours on a pedicab which is an electrical tricycle where your driver control and you relax in the comfortable passenger side. You will see in our Central Park; zoo, luna park, chess&checkers house, carousel, dairy house, Balto statue, summer stage, Bethesda terrace, central park mall, boathouse, cherry hill plaza, bow bridge, san Remo and Beresford buildings, strawberry fields&imagine mosaic, sheep meadow, tavern on the green, ghostbusters building, elf bridge, plaza hotel and many more.
Duration: 2 hours.

Uncover magical Central Park during a private 1-hour pedicab tour. Visit popular sites including 3 stops Strawberry Fields, Bethesda Fountain, and Bow Bridge.
Each stop is 5 minutes long, and you walk on your own to see up close major sightseeing. So you are not all the time in a pedicab.
Tour sightseeing: Summer Stage, Bethesda Terrace, Strawberry Fields, The Plaza Hotel, Bethesda Fountain, Tavern on the Green, Heckscher Playground, Carousel, Bandshell, Boathouse, Cherry Hill, Bow Bridge, Wollman Rink, Sheep Meadow, Dairy, Balto, Dakota, The Lake, The Mall, The Pond, The Falconer, The San Remo, Conservatory Waters.

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses one of the greatest art collections in the world. With over two million works of art and artifacts, ranging from ancient Greece and Egypt to Modern art from Europe, it is New York’s must-see museum.

Maximize your time with a small group guided tour of popular galleries with an expert guide. Alternatively, explore on your own after a 30-minute orientation session.

Walk through 5000 years of art history, seeing the Egyptian temple of Dendur, masterpieces of the Robert Lehman collection, the original facade of a Wall Street bank, and more! Art movements like impressionism, cubism, and abstract expressionism unfold before your eyes.

If there's a specific area, you're excited to visit, ask your guide. You can stay and explore the exhibits until closing.

With your entry ticket, you can also visit The Cloisters uptown on the same day. The Met has extended hours on Friday and Saturday evenings for a quieter, exclusive experience.
Duration: 2 hours.

Glide through Central Park in first-class comfort with a personal local guide. Discover iconic landmarks, movie scenes, and enjoy VIP photo moments along the way.
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Capture Central Park with your camera on this 2.5-hour photography tour. Learn the art of scouting for an image and visual editing with your expert photographer guide. You'll see the famous sights within this landmark park and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. This Central Park workshop is appropriate for all levels of photographic knowledge from beginners to advanced hobbyists.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

We offer a unique way to explore the Metropolitan Museum, through carefully curated, themed, interactive tours. We include discussion, activities, and handouts to create a distinctive experience. Tourgoers will explore works of art from around the world and from many cultures, looking at connections among them, and exploring their relation to the theme.

From the spooky to the scary, the macabre to the mysterious, the ghostly to the ghoulish, the interactive “Ghost Stories” will take visitors on a tour of things frightful in the Metropolitan Museum. Participants will travel across cultures and across time to see Flying Dutchmen and funerary masks, still lifes and sculpture. We’ll look at Egyptian, American, and European works of art, to name a few, plus do a fun activity. All the while, we’ll look at how different cultures depict the fearsome and the gruesome, in pursuit of what scares us…and why.
This tour is recommended for children 9 and up.
Duration: 2 hours.

Welcome to Central Park, a leafy oasis in the heart of the Big Apple! This self-guided walking tour explores all the best spots in the park, from the super-popular Bethesda Terrace (featured in countless movies and shows) to the scenic Mall walkway, Central Park Zoo, and so much more! As you walk, hear the unexpected stories behind the park, its many attractions, and the early days of New York City.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
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Central Park is a vast and diverse oasis with a rich history. It covers 843 acres and has over 60 attractions, including lakes, bridges, statues, gardens, and monuments. Our Pedicab Tours in Central Park will take you to the most iconic spots in the park, such as Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, and The Mall. But we also love to show you the park's hidden gems and lesser-known corners, allowing you to see Central Park from a unique perspective. Our knowledgeable and friendly guides will teach you about the park's history, and culture.
We are not just tour guides but entertainers who bring Central Park to life with engaging stories and interesting facts. Our tours are designed to be informative but also fun and memorable. You'll have many opportunities to take photos, ask questions, and interact with other riders. You'll also enjoy the fresh air, the exercise, and the city skyline views. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation for this remarkable urban park.
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Our knowledgeable guides bring Central Park's movie magic and celebrity homes to life with fascinating stories and insider knowledge.

Visit famous filming spots like Bow Bridge, Bethesda Terrace, and The Plaza Hotel, where your favorite movies and TV shows came to life.

Enjoy a leisurely pedicab ride, ensuring you see more of the park in less time and with comfort. Perfect for all ages and abilities.

Tailored to your interests, whether you're a film buff, a fan of celebrity homes, or simply looking to explore the beauty of Central Park in a unique way.

Capture Instagram-worthy photos at iconic locations and immerse yourself in the history and glamour that define New York's entertainment scene.
Duration: 2 hours.

Meet your tour guide for an orientation tour of Fifth ave and Central park. At the conclusion you will have self guided entrance tickets to 2 of the most popular museums in NYC - MOMA & the Met.
New York City’s Museum of Modern Art with this skip-the-line ticket entrance on arrival & free audio guide in nine languages. MOMA has artists like Andy Warhol, Vincent van Gogh, Jackson Pollock, Cindy Sherman & many more. Plus, your ticket includes admission to MoMA PS1, the contemporary art center in Long Island City.
New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the world’s most prestigious art collections & cultural hubs. Five million annual visitors stroll the Met’s 17 acres of gallery space, pieces represent 5,000 years of art and human history. The museum’s permanent collection has more than 2 million objects.

Please note ONLY the MOMA ticket is skip-the-line, but not the Met.

Duration: 4 hours.

Enjoy a comfortable pedicab ride through Central Park
• without crowds or rush
• stopping at iconic landmarks
• capturing great photos
• hearing fascinating stories from a licensed guide
• great for couples, families, and guests of all ages
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Discover what makes our Central Park Pedicab Tour unique!
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of New York City with our private Central Park Pedicab Tour, lasting between 1 to 3 hours. This exclusive experience offers more than just a sightseeing trip—it's an adventure tailored to uncover Central Park's most iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and breathtaking natural beauty, all from the comfort of a private pedicab.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or a photography aficionado, this tour is perfect for capturing the charm and magic of Central Park. Glide past famous filming locations, historic monuments, and serene landscapes, all while listening to engaging stories and fun facts shared by your knowledgeable guide. Perfect for both first-time visitors and lifelong New Yorkers, this tour guarantees a personalized and memorable experience that you won't find anywhere else.
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On this self-guided audio tour, you will admire the architecture and savour the scandals of Fifth Avenue’s old money set. Hear from Emmy-nominated storyteller Tom Darbyshire of TellBetter Tours, who takes audio walking tours to a new level—less dry facts, more juicy stories.

Opposite New York’s Central Park is the world’s most prestigious address: Fifth Avenue, where grand mansions were built by Gilded Age robber barons and their heirs.

As you stroll along Millionaire’s Row and Museum Mile, I’ll share extraordinary stories of love and loss, epic battles over status, and deliciously petty squabbles over the rules that governed society in the late 1800s.

Every mansion has its story, and we bring them to life in dramatic fashion, with voice actors and immersive sound design that puts you in the ballrooms, carriages and clubs of the Gilded Age elite. No other Gilded Age tour, recorded or live, packs as much detail and drama into one thrilling experience.
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The Art of Stories: A Literary Adventure in the Metropolitan Museum of Art
We’re all storytellers, and we live in a world of stories.
All our interactive museum tours are inspired by stories, and we’re pleased to present our newest tour, a story…about stories themselves. “The Art of Stories” looks at tales of the Met, backstories of the works of art, narratives set in the museum, and the origin of stories themselves, seen through the perspective of works of art. From myths to fairy tales, fables to epic quests, the tour will transport participants to a cave full of treasure and heroes on daring quests, a sword in a stone and a girl who loses her shoe. We’ll see how stories can take us to other worlds, shift our viewpoint of the world we’re in….and sometimes literally save someone’s life.

Duration: 2 hours.