This museum is as timeless as its artifacts.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art was recently ranked #1 in a Yelp countdown of the 20 most popular American businesses of all time.
The review site released the top list to celebrate its 20th birthday next month, ranking businesses based on total volume, review and photo ratings and other factors.
Despite Yelp’s focus on hot bars and restaurants, this 150-year-old Big Apple attraction was by far the top-rated, garnering 3,551 reviews since the site’s launch.
The Met also boasts an enviable 4.7 out of 5 star average (no word if the score was influenced by the controversial F-word exhibition last fall).
Yelp described the museum as a “favorite among Yelp users for its stunning exhibits and breathtaking architecture.”
“Reviewers rave about the beautifully curated galleries and often highlight the friendly and knowledgeable staff,” they added.
The Met wasn’t the only Gotham landmark to make the list. In fourth place was the Central Park Conservancy with 2,742 reviews and an average star rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
“The Central Park Conservancy is a favorite for its lush landscapes, iconic landmarks, and laid-back atmosphere,” the site wrote. “Yelp users love well-maintained trails and scenic picnic spots.”
Meanwhile, most of the popular attractions were located in California.
Balboa Park in San Diego (2nd place), The Getty Center in Los Angeles (3rd) and Huntington in San Marino (5th) topped the list.
Full list of attractions below:
1. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York
2. Balboa Park in San Diego, California
3. The Getty Center in Los Angeles, California
4. Central Park Conservancy in New York
5. Huntington in San Marino, California
6. Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle, Washington
7. Gangnam Asian BBQ darkening in Las Vegas, Nevada
8. Howlin’ Ray’s in Los Angeles, California
9. Kualoa Ranch in Kaneohe, Hawaii
10. Marugame Udon in Honolulu, Hawaii
11. Oracle Park in San Francisco, California
12. Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington
13. Smoke & Fire Social Restaurant in La Habra, California
14. Shang Artisan Noodle – Flamingo Road in Las Vegas, Nevada
15. Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles, California
16. Crafts by Smoke & Fire in Anaheim, California
17. Vox Kitchen by Kei Concepts in Fountain Valley, California
18. Porto’s Bakery & Cafe in Burbank, California
19. New kitchen and bar in Garden Grove, California
20. Morrison Atwater Village in Los Angeles, California
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