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Lincoln Center; photo by Lawrence Sumulong

Wu Tsai Theater at David Geffen Hall; photo by Michael Moran

The Metropolitan Opera House; photo by Jonathan Tichler

David H. Koch Theater, Metropolitan Opera House, and David Geffen Hall; photo by Lawrence Sumulong

Alice Tully Hall; photo by Sachyn Mital

Step behind the scenes of one of the most famous performing arts campuses in the world, home to the Metropolitan Opera, New York Philharmonic, New York City Ballet, Lincoln Center Theater, and the Chamber Music Society, all on one incredible 16.3-acre stretch of New York City.

The 75-minute Lincoln Center Tour takes you where most people never get to go: rehearsal areas, backstage corridors, and empty theaters still holding the energy of last night's show. Your guide has the inside track on everything from the architecture and the acoustics, to the icons who walked these halls and made it legendary. Every visit is different: some days you'll catch a live rehearsal, others you'll watch stage crews race to prep for a sold-out show.

Something for everyone on your list:

  • Arts and architecture lovers — get the insider read on spaces most people only see from their seats
  • History buffs — hear the stories behind the halls, the names, the legends
  • Date night — fun, affordable, and different from anything else in the city
  • Visiting friends and family — an authentic New York experience
  • Pre-show plans — the tour runs during the day, so it pairs perfectly with an evening at the Philharmonic, the Met, City Ballet, Jazz at Lincoln Center, or LCT

And yes, it's one of the most photogenic hours you'll spend in New York. The Revson Fountain at Josie Robertson Plaza. The Chagall murals glowing through the Met's windows. The reflecting pool at Hearst Plaza. Book ahead and bring your camera.

Regular stops along the Lincoln Center Tour (varies depending on the day)

  • New York Philharmonic (David Geffen Hall)
  • The Metropolitan Opera (Met Opera House)
  • New York City Ballet (David H. Koch Theater)
  • Lincoln Center Theater (Vivian Beaumont Theater)
  • Chamber Music Society (Alice Tully Hall)
  • Film at Lincoln Center (Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center)
  • Lincoln Center Campus Public Areas (Josie Robertson Plaza, Damrosch Park, and Hearst Plaza)

Group Tours
For inquiries about group tours (8+ people), please contact the tour desk by emailing [email protected] or by calling 646-385-0242.

Visual Guide for Relaxed Campus Tours
For a Visual Guide describing wayfinding, venue details, and amenities, visit this link »

Lincoln Center Tours will be closed on the following dates:

  • Monday, September 21, 2026
  • Monday, October 12, 2026
  • Monday, October 26, 2026
  • Tuesday, November 3, 2026
  • Friday, November 6, 2026
  • Wednesday, November 11, 2026

*Lincoln Center Tours are closed on most major holidays.