Overview

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!

Description

Stop At: The Plaza, 768 5th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA

Learn the history of one of New York's most iconic hotels—which has hosted royalty, pop stars, and presidents.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Central Park, 59th to 110th Street, Manhattan Borough, from Central Park West to 5th Avenue, New York City, New York 10022

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: St. Patrick's Cathedral, 50th Street & 5th Avenue, Wheelchair accessibility located off the corner of 51st Street and 5th Avenue, New York City, New York 10022

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Saks Fifth Avenue, New York City, New York

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza, Rockefeller Centre, New York City, New York 10111

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Radio City Music Hall, 1260 6th Avenue, Between 50th and 51st Streets, New York City, New York 10020

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Empire State Building, 20 West 34th Street, New York City, New York 10001

The Empire State Building is a NYC must-see attraction. You'll learn all about the building's history and construction. Tickets to see the view from the top of the building can be purchased in the lobby. Admission into the building isn't included.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: New York Public Library, 476 5th Ave New York, NY 10018, New York City, New York 10018

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 :)

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Bryant Park, between 40th and 42nd Streets & Fifth and Sixth Ave, New York City, New York 10017

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Tiffany & Co., 727 Fifth Avenue, New York City, New York 10022

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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Macy's Herald Square, 151 West 34th Street, New York City, New York 10001

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Times Square, Broadway, New York City, New York 10036

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.

Duration: 10 minutes