These ever-changing guided tours allow visitors to peek behind the curtains at one of New York’s most important cultural institutions — home to the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, Juilliard, the School of American Ballet and more. The Metropolitan Opera House at the Lincoln Center is famed for its grand staircase and two Marc Chagall murals.Lawrence SumulongByZoe BellPublished November 2, 2026This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK).