New York Public Library self-guided audio tour
Step out of the hustle of New York's Fifth Avenue into the New York Public Library and get inspired by its magnificent architecture and history guided by your personal audio tour! Built in the late 1890s by contributions from philanthropist Stephen A. Schwarzman, the Library's Main Branch is a perfect example of classical architecture and a treasury of 2.5 million volumes.
The tour starts outside so you can examine all the details of the building - impressive columns, beautiful ornaments and the famous lions - and learn the history of library creation and the hardships it had to overcome.
Inside, you'll be carried away by the breathtaking interiors of the Astor Hall and the Frieze Hall, the Rose Main Reading room and the authentic atmosphere of the Berg Collection room where you can see the portraits of the Berg brothers who contributed to the Library's collection development. Hear the story of the McGraw Rotunda and marvel at its stunning murals on the walls and on the ceiling.
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Do this because
- Get carried away by opulent Beaux Arts architecture and interiors where millions of books reside
- Meet the two lions "guarding" the Library
- Hear the history of a man who single-handedly saved the Library in a time of municipal austerity
Important to know
- After booking, you will receive an email and an SMS with a direct download link to the tour mobile app. The WeGoTrip app is available for download on App Store and Google
- You will need a charged smartphone and headphones/earphones
- The self-guided tour is in English
Cancellation policy
Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.
What’s included
- Downloadable multimedia audio tour on the WeGoTrip app (in English)
- Step-by-step navigation through museum halls
- Offline functionality, audio narration, and written text explanations
- Tips on how to get to the Rose Main Reading Room
What’s not included
- Personal guide — you will get the tour on the mobile app
- Headphones — you should bring your own
- Free Library Card to get to some areas closed for tourists (apply on site)
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
WeGoTrip
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