ART MUSEUMS · CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM
Shorter queues, later opening hours and rooms built for work made in your lifetime. These 7 compare entry and guided visits at the modern collections, priced and clear about which shows are permanent.
Visit MoMA in Midtown with a one-day ticket covering the permanent collection and special exhibitions. See Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, Matisse, Warhol, and contemporary artists across six floors. Use the free multilingual audio guide on your phone, then linger over films, design, and the sculpture garden.
“Lovely Museum. So much to see, it felt Like time went by so fast 😭”
Explore Moco Museum London at your own pace for about 90 minutes, with works by Warhol, Basquiat, Kusama, Banksy, KAWS, Hirst, Picasso, and Robbie Williams. Your mobile ticket includes admission, lockers, a museum guide, and an audio guide in six languages.
“When we went, they had fantastic displays from Marina Abramovic, Banksy, Kawa, and a really interesting exhibit by Robbie Williams. Enjoyed the flow of the displays and the thoughtful curation. I would recommend it to anyone.”
Enter MoMA through a private early-morning entrance and spend an hour with an English-speaking art historian before the crowds arrive. See works by Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, Matisse, Warhol, and others, then explore MoMA’s six floors and use your included admission to MoMA PS1.
“This is an absolute must! You’ll never see the galleries this empty, with no people around—it’s such a rare and unforgettable experience. The art historian was amazing, so passionate and knowledgeable, and she really brought the tour to life. It’s completely worth the price. Being there before the museum opened was so peaceful and quiet, and once the crowds started pouring in, the difference was so striking—it made those early moments feel even more special. Having no crowds in the gallery full of Monet’s Water Lillies really allowed you to take in those amazing, and massive works of art. Hope to do this again someday!”
Spend about 90 minutes across three floors of Moco Museum London, from Warhol, Picasso and Banksy to KAWS and Robbie Williams. Your ticket includes every exhibition and an audio guide in six languages. Bring headphones, and allow extra time for the digital rooms and museum shop.
“It was so amazing. I loved it. Such a diversity of art and the staff were really helpful. Shall be recommending it to everyone and putting it on linked in”
Join licensed NYC guide and art critic Merrily for a two-hour walk through about seven Chelsea galleries. You will see changing exhibitions in many media, from graphite and oil to steel installations, with time to ask questions in a group capped at 10.
“The galleries were interesting and diverse. It would be good to get more in-depth explanations about the art”
Start at 9:30 a.m. for a private 6 to 7-hour Chennai tour with guides such as Chandan or Ramesh. Visit Fort St. George, Egmore Museum, Santhome Basilica, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, St. George’s Cathedral, Marina, and Pondy Bazaar, with private transport and lively cultural commentary.
“Chandan is a very engaging and knowledgeable guide with a serious passion for his country and his areas history, and this really comes across in his detailed and informative stories about the points of interest which we visited on the tour. Read more”
Spend 6 to 8 hours exploring Tokyo’s architecture, art, fashion, and youth culture with a private local guide. Visit Ginza, Tokyo International Forum, Roppongi, Omotesando, Harajuku, Shibuya, and Daikanyama by public transport. Guides have included Tomoya, Richie, Riley, and Masa.
“Riley is a very nice person with a very good command of English who was responsive to our suggestions and guided us knowledgeably.”
Pick a collection, a city, or a way through the door.
