Visit the Washington Square Campus of New York University. See the main buildings of NYU’s undergraduate and graduate schools. Learn about the academics, faculty and alumni. Gain an insider’s perspective into the student life in Greenwich Village.
Highlights: Visit the campus of New York University with a 5-Star Private Guide Explore the NYU buildings around the Washington Square Park Learn about NYU’s history, student culture and traditions Hear interesting stories about NYU’s notable faculty and alumni Enjoy a private tour tailored to your pace and interests
New York University is one of the top private research universities in the world, with a long, rich history and a remarkable list of notable faculty and alumni. Join us on a tour of the campus of NYU to discover interesting facts and legends about the university.
Duration: 2 hours: Explore the Washington Square campus of New York University,see its main buildings, learn about its history & student Culture
,: Tour is led by a Private Guide who is fluent in the chosen language.
Expert-Guide: 5-Star Guide with Official NYC License speaking fluently in your chosen language.
Meet your guide in front of The Bonomi Family Admissions Center (New York University) at 27 West 4th Street, New York, NY 10012. Please do not enter the building, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
You will explore the neighborhood and the campus of NYU. You will learn a little bit about the history of Greenwich Village, where the University is located, to understand the artsy, bohemian and LGBT-friendly atmosphere that attracts thousands of students to study here every year.
Your Private Guide will brief you on the almost 200 years of NYU’s history and show you some of the most important buildings on the Washington Square Campus. This includes the NYU Law Library, the Islamic Center, Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, NYU Stern School of Business, the Silver Center for Arts and Science, and the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. You will also learn about the notable faculty and alumni of NYU, which includes Nobel Laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, U.S. governors, senators and members of the House of Representatives, Academy Award winners, billionaires, Olympic medalists etc. You might get surprised to find names such as Jack Dorsey, Martin Scorsese, and Lady Gaga on the list. Learn about the daily student life at the campus, including student organizations and secret societies. If you’re interested, you can even get some insider's tips on the admission process!
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Know before you go: • Check your email the day before the tour for important information from RosoTravel, your tour operator. • This is a moderately-paced walking tour covering approximately 25-30 minutes on foot, including some uneven surfaces or steps. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and being prepared for varying weather, as the tour runs rain or shine! • The guide will adjust the pace to suit your group. If you have specific needs, such as pick up from a preferred location in the Old Town, please contact RosoTravel's customer support in advance. We are happy to make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities whenever possible. • Please note that attraction tickets, food and drinks are not included in the price. • For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get personal attention, ask questions and hear commentary clearly. We will arrange additional guides for larger groups, so the price will be higher.