
Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket
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Is Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket worth booking?
Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket is a 4.3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $71 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 4.3 hours
- From
- $71 per person
Set in an idealized Vienna of the past, Strauss’s most popular opera concerns a wise woman of the world who is involved with a much younger lover but ultimately forced to accept the laws of time, giving him up to a prett
What you get
About this experience
Set in an idealized Vienna of the past, Strauss’s most popular opera concerns a wise woman of the world who is involved with a much younger lover but ultimately forced to accept the laws of time, giving him up to a pretty young heiress. Hofmannsthal’s fascinating libretto deftly combines comedy, dreamy nostalgic fantasy, genuine human drama, and light but striking touches of philosophy and social commentary. Strauss’s magnificent score, likewise, works on several levels, combining the refinement of Mozart with the epic grandeur of Wagner. The opera is originally set in Vienna in the 1740s. Genuine historical references are merged with fictitious inventions (like the “noble custom” of the presentation of the silver rose to a fiancée, which never actually existed) and anachronisms (like the Viennese Waltz, which did not yet exist at that time) but The Met’s current production moves the setting to the last years of the Habsburg Empire.
What's included
Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
What you'll see and do
The Metropolitan Opera
Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the helm of Strauss’s most beloved score, following his acclaimed Met performances of the composer’s Elektra, Die Frau ohne Schatten, and Salome. After her “resplendent” (Observer) 2025 portrayal of Strauss’s Arabella, soprano Rachel Willis-Sørensen stars as the elegant Marschallin, alongside brilliant mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo as her impetuous younger lover, Octavian. Soprano Ying Fang is the lovely heiress who steals his heart, and bass Günther Groissböck reprises his uproarious portrayal of the bumptious Baron Ochs in Robert Carsen’s turn-of-the-century setting.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
The Metropolitan Opera
30 Lincoln Center Plaza, Lincoln Center For The Performing Arts, New York City, New York, 10023, United States
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Metropolitan Opera · 30 Lincoln Center Plaza, Lincoln Center For The Performing Arts, New York City, New York, 10023, United States
Options you can book
Orchestra Balance
Orchestra Balance
Family Circle Premium
Family Circle Premium
Dress Circle Balance
Dress Circle Balance
Family Circle Prime
Family Circle Prime
Family Circle Balance
Family Circle Balance
Balcony Balance
Balcony Balance
Grand Tier Prime
Grand Tier Prime
Orchestra Rear/Dress Circle Balance
Orchestra Rear/Dress Circle Balance
Orchestra Prime
Orchestra Prime
Balcony Prime
Balcony Prime
Grand Tier Balance
Grand Tier Balance
Orchestra Front Side
Orchestra Front Side
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- de, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Broadway Inbound
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Best available seats are assigned by theater at time of purchase and will be listed on your actual tickets.
- Accessible Seating, please advise in the ‘Special Requirements’ field at the time of check out: Transfer seating (retractable arm aisle seat) or Wheelchair seating (empty wheelchair space)
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $71 to $340
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $71 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket take?
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Plan for about 4.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.
Is Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 4.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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