Backstage Tours
Go behind the scenes for an exclusive look at what it takes to make operatic magic at the Met! Tours offer a fascinating backstage look at one of the world’s premiere performing arts organizations, including visits to the scenic and carpentry shops, rehearsal rooms, dressing rooms, and stage area.* Tours begin and end in the Met lobby and are held during the Met performance season on some weekdays at 3:00PM and most Sundays at 10:30AM and/or 1:30PM.
Reservations are $30 per person for the general public, $28 per person for Guild Members, and $20 for students & groups of 10 or more. Tickets will go on sale for the '17-'18 season of Backstage Tours on Monday, September 11. Tours will begin in early October. For reservations, please call (212) 769-7028 (Monday–Friday, 10AM–4PM) or visit the online calendar.
*Please note that as this is a working opera house, not all areas may be available on every tour. Also, please be aware that children under the age of 8 are not permitted on tours.