1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
This is a self-guided audio tour created by Emmy-nominated writers and Emmy-winning sound designers. Meet your daily step goal while you take in stories about New York’s iconic sights, history, architecture, and pop culture. The best part is, it’s self-guided. You can take as much’or as little’time as you’d like. When you buy a ticket, you’ll download an app onto your phone. It works with both Android and iPhone. Once you download the tour, all you have to do is head to the starting tour stop!
Learn the history of one of New York’s most iconic hotels—which has hosted royalty, pop stars, and presidents.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Check out the Friends fountain at Central Park. If you want, you can take a detour here and spend a few minutes exploring the park before continuing the tour.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Patrick’s is the largest Gothic cathedral in North America. Learn about its design, the Irish priest who built it, and more. Plus, you can even venture into the church and explore the sanctuary.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
You’ll learn all about the inception of Saks Fifth Avenue—and the city’s history of millionaire elite that this iconic department store catered to.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Explore Rockefeller Center’s many buildings and numerous art deco works and parks. Plus, you’ll see the famous “skating rink” which is under Rockefeller’s famous yearly Christmas tree.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
You’ll hear all about Radio City Music Hall’s history and pop-culture influence—from hosting the Oscars and NFL Draft to the beginnings of the hall’s famous dancers—the Rockettes.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
New York Public Library has been featured in many films for its beautiful exterior and interior. You’ll learn about the famous lions out front, the US President that opened it, and much more. You can also venture inside the library during business hours for a peak at its beautiful rooms. Entry is free to the public—just remember to be quiet 🙂
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Relax in one of the city’s most beloved and picturesque green space—Bryant Park. You’ll recognize it from many TV shows and movies. And, you’ll hear a bit about its history and about its free concerts and movie-viewing events.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
You’ll have the chance to photograph and learn about the orginial Tiffany’s headquarters—a famous, beautiful building that mimics a famous Italian building.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Macy’s at Herald Square is THE Macy’s. The one in the Macy’s Day Parade and all those holiday films. It’s a gorgeous exterior and interior. You’ll learn all about Macy’s founder and you should absolutely check out the inside—especially if its the holiday season.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Times Square is probably most famous for the New Year’s “ball drop.” You’ll see the ball—and you’ll hear stories of the folks that founded this famous square.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free