Elevate your stay with exclusive Met Museum tours, a rare cultural experience offered by Loews Regency New York Hotel.

In a city that rarely slows down, one hotel is offering something extraordinary. A moment of quiet reflection inside one of the world’s most iconic institutions. As part of its elevated cultural programming, Loews Regency New York Hotel now offers exclusive Met Museum tours available only to hotel guests. Intimate, after-hours encounters with art, history, and inspiration in the heart of Manhattan.

These private, small-group tours grant guests rare access to The Metropolitan Museum of Art when it is closed to the public. Limited to just ten participants, the experience is led by expert Met educators and designed to offer a new level of engagement. One that is deeply personal, culturally enriching, and truly unforgettable.

A Different Kind of Luxury: Exclusive Museum Tours in NYC

Forget crowded galleries and rushed visits. These private museum tours in NYC offer something radically different: space, serenity, and storytelling. Beginning at 4:00 PM on select Wednesdays, the museum opens its doors to a privileged few. The thematic tours are immersive journeys through the Met’s unparalleled collection. Each one connects global art, history, and culture through a unique lens.

Upcoming themes include:

• Spirituality in Art [Wednesday, April 16]: From ancient Egyptian relics to Islamic textiles and French Impressionist icons, this tour explores spiritual expression across centuries and civilizations.
• American Art [1650–1915] [Wednesday, May 21]: Timed just ahead of Memorial Day, this experience traces the evolution of American identity through early decorative arts, portraiture, and landscape painting.

Whether you are a lifelong art lover or simply seeking a more intimate cultural experience, these exclusive art tours in NYC offer something singular: the ability to stand still in front of a masterpiece and feel like it was placed there just for you.

Where Culture Meets the Comfort of Home

Located at 540 Park Avenue, Loews Regency New York Hotel is a destination for those who want their stay to feel both grounded and grand. Just minutes from The Met’s iconic Fifth Avenue steps, the hotel offers a refined Upper East Side location and effortless access to the city’s best cultural offerings. For art lovers, it is not just proximity. It is a partnership that bridges luxury hospitality with the city’s artistic soul.

This program is an extension of Local by Loews Hotels, the brand’s signature initiative that connects guests with the soul of their surroundings. Whether it is a rooftop garden dinner with a neighborhood chef or a collaboration with one of the world’s most prestigious museums. The aim is always the same: to deliver exclusive cultural experiences in NYC hotels that feel as authentic as they are luxurious.

The hotel’s lobby, accented with contemporary artwork and warm lighting, mirrors this philosophy. It is more than a place to pass through—it is a prelude to the cultural experiences that await just blocks away. From the moment guests check in, they are invited to explore the richness of New York through a more thoughtful lens.

Make It a Cultural Getaway

For couples looking to turn this moment into a full spring escape, Loews Regency offers the Love at Loews package—an experience that blends romance and culture with thoughtful ease. Guests enjoy luxury accommodations, welcome amenities, and concierge access to the Met tours, all wrapped in Loews’ signature warmth.

It is a beautiful offering for anniversaries, honeymoons, or anyone craving a luxury NYC cultural tour that goes beyond the expected. Think breakfast in bed, a stroll through Central Park, and a quiet hour in a world-class museum, uninterrupted. Afterward, guests can enjoy dinner at The Regency Bar & Grill or sip a seasonal cocktail before retreating to their Park Avenue suite.

What to Pair With Your Tour

Looking to extend the experience? The Met tour pairs beautifully with a morning stop at Ralph’s Coffee. Or a walk through the nearby Frick Madison. Guests who enjoy boutique shopping will appreciate the proximity to Madison Avenue’s independent galleries and curated designer stores.

Prefer a deeper dive into New York’s art scene? The concierge can also recommend off-the-beaten-path exhibits, including nearby cultural gems like The Jewish Museum or Neue Galerie.

These add-ons make this offering more than just a tour. It becomes the centerpiece of a fully immersive weekend itinerary built around style, slowness, and substance.

How to Book Your Exclusive Tour

These exclusive Met Museum tours are only available to Loews Regency New York Hotel guests. To reserve your spot, first book your stay at the hotel, then contact the concierge to secure your place in one of the limited Wednesday sessions. With just ten guests per tour, availability is extremely limited and tends to book quickly.

Whether you are staying for a weekend or simply seeking a new way to experience New York, this program reflects a shift in luxury—one that favors meaning, connection, and time well spent.

The BKLS Take: A Museum of One’s Own

This is not just a hotel perk—it is a rare cultural invitation. In a city teeming with spectacle, the true luxury now lies in intimacy. With exclusive Met Museum tours, Loews Hotels NYC delivers on a promise: to create space for reflection, beauty, and inspiration right in the heart of Manhattan.

Whether you are an art aficionado or simply looking for a memorable way to explore the city, this luxury hotel with Met Museum tours offers something deeper than the average itinerary. It is not just about where you stay—it is about how you experience New York.

From curated programming to unforgettable accommodations, this is the new definition of comfort. It is where culture meets quiet luxury and where every guest is treated like a true New Yorker.

To experience this new offering for yourself—or to plan an upcoming stay—visit here.