The Best of New York City Self-Guided Audio Walking Bundle Tour
Get the total New York City experience with this incredible tour combo! Stroll Central Park, get hip in Brooklyn, check out Times Square, and much, much more. If you want to make the most of your trip to the Big Apple, these self-guided audio tours are the way to do it, full of fun facts and cool history.
This combo includes tours of every must-see NYC destination: Central Park, Midtown, Wall Street, Grand Central Terminal, Brooklyn, and Battery Park.
Explore New York’s best spots with maximum flexibility and value.
After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.
New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Columbus Circle, Broadway & 59th Street, New York City, NY 10019
Your tour of Midtown Manhattan begins at Columbus Circle at the intersection of 59th and Broadway. From here, you'll stroll through the Big Apple's biggest attractions, from Carnegie Hall to Rockefeller Center and the Empire State Building!
NOTE: In this bundle, each tour is 2+ miles long and takes 1-2 hours to complete.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Carnegie Hall, 881 7th Ave Second Floor, New York City, NY 10019-3210
Carnegie Hall dates back to 1891, and has been the premier venue for classical music ever since. But this hall doesn't just host classical concerts these days. It's also seen superstars like David Bowie and Jay-Z perform.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pulitzer Fountain, Grand Army Square 59th Street and 5th Avenue, New York City, NY
This fountain honors the journalist Joseph Pulitzer. And yes, he's the man the Pulitzer Prize was named for. Here, you'll not only get to admire the fountain, but also get an explanation of the sculpture atop it.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Patrick's Cathedral, 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022, USA
St. Patrick’s Cathedral is so huge it spans an entire city block! It houses over 2,800 stained glass panels and an enormous organ with 7,855 pipes. It's also the site of a small crypt, where eight of New York’s Archbishops are interred.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Times Square, Times Square, New York City, New York
No visit to Manhattan would be complete without a stop in Times Square. This iconic square is positively glowing with huge electronic billboards, buzzing with street performers, and lined with one-of-a-kind stores like the strangely fascinating M&M Store. It's a place you won't soon forget!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bryant Park, New York, NY 10018, USA
This green oasis amid the bustle of the city is a great spot to take a break. It's also a favorite filming location for superhero flicks, including multiple Spiderman movies and Netflix's Jessica Jones series.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chrysler Building, 405 Lexington and 42nd St., New York City, NY 10174
The Chrysler Building is perhaps New York's second greatest example of the Art Deco movement, behind only the Empire State Building. Its crown, composed of seven radiating arches, is positively iconic, and makes it a fantastic target for photo shoots to commemorate your visit.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, 476 5th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
The New York Public Library is the third largesst in the entire world. It boasts over 50 million items in its collection, encompassing 125 miles of shelving. Here, you'll also get the explanation behind the statues which guard this iconic library.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Empire State Building, 20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001, USA
Perhaps New York City's most recognizable landmark. Towering at nearly 1,500 feet and with 102 floors, the Empire State Building held the title of world's tallest building for 40 years. While it may no longer be the tallest, it's still one of the most beautiful, perfect for photos from a distance or up close. There's even an observation deck on the 86th floor offering unparalleled views of the city skyline!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Grand Army Plaza, New York, NY 10019, USA
Your tour of Central Park begins in the Grand Army Plaza on the corner of 5th and 59th. From here, you'll walk all the way to the reservoir and back, stopping at all the park's top spots along the way.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Delacorte Clock, East 65th Street and, 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA
This clock isn't just for telling time! It's decorated with whimsical depictions of animals playing all manner of instruments, like a bear with a tambourine and a kangaroo with a horn!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Balto Statue, East Drive at 67th Street, New York City, NY 10024
This statue commemorates everyone's favorite husky, who became famous when he brought lifesaving medicine to a remote Alaskan town through blinding blizzards and subzero temperatures. The dog himself was actually in attendance for the unveiling of this statue!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Mall and Literary Walk, The Mall, New York, NY 10022, USA
One of the most picturesque spots in Central Park, the Mall is surrounded by lush greenery and dotted with statues of famous figures from history. Among them: the revered playwright Shakespeare and the controversial explorer Christopher Columbus. As you walk, you'll learn more about the various statues and why they ended up here.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bethesda Terrace, Mid-Park at 72nd Street, New York City, NY 10021
This gorgeous Italian-style terrace is the heart of Central Park. It was crucial to the original design for the park and remains one of the most beautiful places in New York City to this day. It has an upper and a lower section, both of which are simply breathtaking.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bethesda Fountain, Midpark at 72nd St. Transverse Central Park, New York City, NY
At 26 feet tall and almost 100 feet across, this fountain is impossible to miss. It's topped by a sculpture known as the Angel of the Waters, which was the only statue included in the original design for Central Park. Here, you'll also get a glimpse at Central Park's long cinematic history.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Hans Christian Andersen Statue, E 74th St, New York City, NY 10021
This bronze statue honors Hans Christian Andersen, the beloved Danish children’s author responsible for works such as "The Little Mermaid" and "The Ugly Duckling." From here, you might also see model sailboats on the water, as long as the weather is warm enough.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Alice in Wonderland Statue, 76th Street and 5th Avenue near Conservatory Lake, New York City, NY 10021
This large statue of Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the White Rabbit from Lewis Carroll's classic book is a favorite among kids. It was actually designed to be climbed on, and the polished, shiny bronze stands as a testament to how successful this design ended up being.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Ave, New York City, NY 10028-0198
Colloquially known as the Met, this is one of the most famous museums in the world. It boasts 5,000 years of art from all over the world, from European masters like Monet to artifacts from ancient Egypt and beyond. If you're a lover of art or history, this is a must-see spot.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Alexander Hamilton Statue, East Drive Opposite 83rd Street, New York City, NY
Alexander Hamilton may have been popularized by the Broadway play, but this monument has been here well before anyone thought to put the man on stage. And for good reason! Hamilton was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, and served as George Washington's right hand man during the American Revolution.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Umpire Rock, Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, USA
Umpire Rock is by far the oldest thing you'll see in Central Park, clocking in at over 500 million years old! It's a hunk of bedrock that workers weren't able to remove when clearing the land for the park's construction, and stands today as a landmark in its own right.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Netherland Monument, Battery Park Battery Pl. &, State St, New York, NY 10004, USA
The Netherlands Monument might seem like a strange one, but it actually harkens back to the origins of New York City. Here, you'll learn about the Dutch colonization of this land, and how it went from New Amsterdam to New York.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: American Merchant Marines Memorial, Battery Park Manhattan, New York City, NY
This strange, unsettling sculpture depicts a drowning man grasping for purchase as another man tries in vain to save him. At high tide, he is completely submerged by water. This memorial commemorates the sinking of the SS Muskogee during World War II.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Castle Clinton National Monument, 26 Wall St Battery Park, New York City, NY 10005-1996
Built at the beginning of the 19th century, this castle-like fort was originally designed to fend off a British attack. It later became an immigration processing station and today is where you can buy tickets for the ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. If you want to see those landmarks up close, this is the place to go.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: East Coast Memorial, Battery Park, New York, NY 10004, USA
A massive bronze eagle watches over this memorial, which is dedicated to the 4,601 American servicemen who died in the Atlantic in WWII. All of their names are inscribed into the memorial's pillars.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: SeaGlass Carousel, Battery Park Enter Across from 17 State Street, New York City, NY 10004
The SeaGlass Carousel is a huge hit among younger visitors. Instead of horses, this carousel features colorful fish. And instead of moving in one direction, the fish twirl and criss-cross and move about the entire space. Your tour concludes here.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Brooklyn Bridge, New York City, NY 10038
Opened in 1883, this iconic bridge almost didn't see the light of day. As you admire its impressive architecture, you'll hear about the multitude of problems which beset the construction process, as well as how engineers finally overcame them.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Manhattan Bridge, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
As the less famous sibling of the Brooklyn Bridge, the Manhattan Bridge is sometimes unfairly overlooked by visitors. But it's a majorly picturesque structure, and the DUMBO neighborhood actually gets its name from this bridge!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Jane's Carousel, Dock Street Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn, NY 11201
This classic wooden carousel was built in 1922 for an amusement park in Youngstown, Ohio. It has been restored to its original working condition and is a wonderful stop for any youngsters.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Ann's Warehouse, 45 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201-1052
These picture-perfect arches are Instagram-famous for a reason. If you're looking for a great photo spot to commemorate your visit to Brooklyn, this is the stop for you. The red brick and lush greenery contrast to make for some truly memorable snapshots.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Cadman Plaza Park, Cadman Plaza West and Tillary Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Cadman Plaza is a pleasant green space named for Reverend Samuel Parkes Cadman. As you stroll through this peaceful space, you'll get to know Cadman and understand why he was important enough to name a park after.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Brooklyn War Memorial, 195 Cadman Plaza W Northern End of Cadman Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201-1722
The Brooklyn War Memorial features two 20-foot-tall statues, which were among the largest in the city when they were first sculpted. It honors those who fought and died during World War II. Your tour concludes here, just down the street from where it began.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USA
Grand Central Terminal is a commuter rail terminal located at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Grand Central is the southern terminus of the Metro-North Railroad's Harlem, Hudson and New Haven Lines, serving the northern parts of the New York metropolitan area.
Duration: 10 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular"
"How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action's Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience."
"Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio."
"Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. There's no expiration, making it perfect for revisiting on future trips. • Start and pause the tour at your leisure, accommodating breaks and side excursions without the pressure of keeping up with a group."
"Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities."
"Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline."
"Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip."
"Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience."
"Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience."
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
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The Best of New York City Self-Guided Audio Walking Bundle Tour
6/16/2020 - 4/6/2025| Monday - Sunday : | 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
Duración: 7 To 8 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: 1: Columbus Circle, 848 Columbus Cir, New York, NY 10019, USA
2: Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USA
3: High Street Brooklyn Bridge Station, High Street - Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
4: John Ericsson Statue, Financial District, New York, NY 10004, USA
5: 61 State St, New York, NY 10004, USA
6: Grand Army Plaza, New York, NY 10019, USA
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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