The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York
The "Met" is New York City's most popular tourist attraction, and for good reason. It far transcends a mere art museum. There are treasures from every corner of the globe and nearly every era of history. You should determine exactly what you want to see and go straight to it upon your arrival to the museum. There are over three million individual objects here, and it is easy to get distracted!

Here you will find art (and some mummies) from ancient Egypt, relics from Pre-Colombian and Native America, and treasures from Africa and the Pacific Islands. You can soak in the creative rush of the Renaissance or contemplate the work of American masters alongside nature in the beautiful glass-enclosed garden wing that looks out into Central Park. Paintings aside, there is enough in the exhibits dedicated to decorative arts, musical instruments, arms and armor to keep you fascinated for far more than a day. Don't worry about bringing along the children. A full schedule of kid-friendly events and baseball card exhibits will keep the entire family fascinated.

Website www.metmuseum.org