Orchestra
The main floor, closest to the stage — an intimate, immersive view with top-tier acoustics. Ideal for patrons who want a direct line to the performance.
Six seating sections, each with its own balance of proximity, view, and price — from the Orchestra floor to the top of the house.
The main floor, closest to the stage — an intimate, immersive view with top-tier acoustics. Ideal for patrons who want a direct line to the performance.
Just above the Orchestra, slightly elevated with excellent stage views. Premium seats known for luxurious comfort and superior sightlines.
The first level above the Parterre — the perfect balance of proximity and elevation, with a wider perspective of the stage. Highly sought after.
Above the Grand Tier, with a clear, elevated view of the entire stage. A popular combination of value and sightlines.
Higher up, with a more distant but full view of the stage. More affordable, with good acoustics — especially for large-scale productions.
The highest section and the most economical way in. Farthest from the stage, but the Met’s acoustics keep the experience enjoyable.
Getting there, getting seated, and what to know before the curtain rises.
Take the 1 train to 66th St–Lincoln Center, steps from the plaza. Paid parking is available in garages around Lincoln Center.
Arrive after curtain and you won’t be seated in the auditorium until the first intermission — latecomers watch from a viewing room with a live video feed. Plan to arrive early.
There’s no strict code — clothing appropriate for a professional setting is the Met’s recommendation. Many patrons dress up for evening performances.
Wheelchair seating and assistive-listening devices are available. Let us know when you order and we’ll help arrange the right seats.
Dinner inside the house, overlooking the plaza.
On the Grand Tier level, with a beautiful view of Lincoln Center’s plaza. A refined seasonal menu, served pre-performance or at intermission.
30 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023
Reservations: (212) 799-3400
Where grandeur meets artistry.
Since its inauguration in 1966, the Metropolitan Opera House has stood at the heart of Lincoln Center — a neoclassical landmark designed by Wallace K. Harrison, its facade crowned with statues of the muses of music, dance, and drama. Inside: red velvet, gold leaf, and the famous sputnik chandeliers, in a hall built for impeccable acoustics.
It is a stage of legends — Pavarotti, Callas, Domingo — and a house still pushing forward with new productions and world premieres. Through Met Live in HD, its performances reach cinemas in more than 70 countries. But nothing replaces being in the room.
What to expect, and how you’ll receive them.
Seats range from about $105+ in the upper Family Circle to $550+ for premium Orchestra, varying by production and date.
E-tickets arrive by email or mobile. For security, every order is reviewed for fraud and delivery may be delayed until the day before the event — tickets are 100% guaranteed to arrive before curtain, or a full refund is issued.
Order with the cardholder’s name and matching contact details, and respond promptly to any verification message — mismatched details can delay delivery.
Talk with a ticket specialist about dates, sections, or ordering.
The delivery method appears on each ticket listing and again on the first page of checkout.
Different listings for the same event may offer different methods.
Email delivery
Mobile e-tickets
Print at home
Shipping
Will Call pickup
All purchases are automatically reviewed for potential fraud. To help prevent unauthorized transactions, delivery may be delayed until the day before the event.
You may receive a mobile message asking the cardholder to verify the email address associated with the purchase.
Purchases are monitored so patrons receive their tickets in time for the event.
The name on the order should match the payment card.
Your address, email, and phone number should also match the card details.
Watch for a mobile message asking you to confirm the email address associated with the purchase. Mismatched details can lead to cancellation and non-delivery.