New York Public Library self-guided audio tour
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Self-guided tour
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Adult: Standard price (7-100)
-What you can expect-
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.
Inclusions
- 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
- 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)
- Please refer to your voucher for final information regarding meeting points, pick-up locations, and pick-up time
- Meeting point description: New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building(476 5th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA)
- 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
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Meeting Point
Refer to the confirmation for meeting point details.
