New York City: Emmy-Created Self-Guided Tour

Explore New York City at your own pace with this Emmy-created self-guided audio tour. Discover the city’s iconic sights, history, architecture, and pop culture while reaching your daily step goal. Download the app and start your adventure today!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Plaza - Discover the rich history of one of New York’s most renowned hotels, which has welcomed royalty, pop stars, and presidents.

  • Central Park - Visit the Friends fountain in Central Park. If you wish, you can take a short detour to explore the park before resuming the tour.

  • St. Patrick’s Cathedral - As the largest Gothic cathedral in North America, St. Patrick’s offers insights into its design, the Irish priest who built it, and more. You can also explore the sanctuary inside the church.

  • Saks Fifth Avenue - Learn about the origins of Saks Fifth Avenue and the history of the city’s millionaire elite that this iconic department store served.

  • Rockefeller Center - Discover the many buildings, art deco works, and parks of Rockefeller Center. You’ll also see the famous skating rink beneath the iconic Christmas tree.

  • Radio City Music Hall - Hear about the history and cultural impact of Radio City Music Hall, from hosting the Oscars and NFL Draft to the rise of the Rockettes.

  • New York Public Library - Featured in numerous films, the New York Public Library is known for its stunning exterior and interior. Learn about the famous lions at the entrance, the US President who inaugurated it, and more. You can also explore its beautiful rooms during business hours. Entry is free—just remember to keep quiet.

  • Bryant Park - Unwind in Bryant Park, one of the city’s most cherished and scenic green spaces. Recognizable from many TV shows and movies, you’ll also learn about its history and its free concerts and movie screenings.

  • Tiffany & Co. - Take the opportunity to photograph and learn about the original Tiffany’s headquarters, a beautiful building inspired by a famous Italian structure.

  • Macy’s Herald Square - Macy’s at Herald Square is the iconic Macy’s featured in the Macy’s Day Parade and numerous holiday films. With its stunning exterior and interior, you’ll learn about Macy’s founder and should definitely explore the inside, especially during the holiday season.

  • Times Square - Best known for the New Year’s Eve ball drop, Times Square offers a glimpse of the famous ball and stories about the founders of this iconic square.

What's Included
  • Convenient audio self-guided walking tour
What's Not Included
  • Admission Fee to view Rockefeller center Top of the Rock 360 view $38
  • Admission Fee to view Empire State Building 86th Floor 360 view $42
  • Admission Fee to view Radio City Music Hall The Rockettes starting at $49
Additional Information

This is an audioguide tour crafted by Emmy-nominated scriptwriters and Emmy-awarded sound experts.

Achieve your daily physical activity goal as you immerse yourself in tales about New York’s iconic landmarks, historical events, architecture, and pop culture references.

The highlight of it is that it’s self-paced. You have the freedom to spend as much or as little time as you prefer. Upon ticket purchase, you’ll need to install an app on your mobile device, compatible with both Android and iPhone. Once you have the tour downloaded, all that’s left is to make your way to the first tour stop!

  • Upon booking this tour, you’ll receive login credentials from us. So please check your email and don’t forget to check spam!
Location
The Plaza
5th Avenue
Meet your daily step goal while you take in stories about New York’s iconic sights, history, architecture, and pop culture.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Nini_a
Mar 4, 2024
Absolutely loved this self-guided audio tour - Absolutely loved exploring New York with this self-guided audio tour! It was incredibly fun and educational, discovering fascinating facts about historic sites. Highly recommend!
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Ucha_s
Feb 22, 2024
Great for on the app - The tour was pleasant. The app was easy to use and the instructions clear to follow. Highly recommend the tour to anyone who has a limited time in nyc and wants to get most of it. All you have to do is download the app and access the tour. Very easy
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