Manhattan Audio Tour: Art, Aristocrats, and Hidden Histories

Schedule

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm to Mon, 20 Oct, 2025 at 04:00 am

UTC+00:00

Location

Metropolitan Museum of Art | Manhattan, NY

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Self-guided audio tour of Manhattan, New York City. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: Jean-Christophe BENOIST, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the New York City Audio Tour: Mansions, Masterpieces & Manhattan Legends

Beneath Manhattan’s glamorous surface, shadows of rivalry, scandal, and secret art swirl through its streets.

This self-guided audio tour peels back the city’s polished façade. Discover stories hidden just beyond the usual crowds and gaze into corners even longtime New Yorkers overlook.

Which hospital ward sparked a political outcry that changed medical history overnight? What mystery haunts the ornate halls of Payne Whitney House? And why did a painter once risk arrest within the very walls of the Metropolitan Museum of Art?

Move from grand boulevards to quiet enclaves, uncovering traces of rebellion and whispered intrigue. Feel old dramas flicker beneath the glass and stone as you walk in the footsteps of iconoclasts and visionaries. Every stop is a new revelation—fresh eyes on familiar ground.

Dive in now and unravel Manhattan’s secrets where masterpieces and mayhem share an address.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 41 minutes
  • Distance: Around 2.8 km (1.7 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 1h 1min
  • Meeting Point: Start at Metropolitan Museum of Art, only a 13 minute walk from 81 St-Museum of Natural History Subway Station
  • Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Metropolitan Museum of Art, Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Neue Galerie New York

Experience the charm of Manhattan like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.


 


🎒 What's Included

  • Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Manhattan's history to life
  • Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  • Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  • Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

 


ℹ️ Important Info

  • This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  • You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  • You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  • The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  • Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

 


📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore New York City on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.


 


👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.


 


🎧 What is AllTours?
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AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!


With AllTours, you'll experience:



  • Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  • Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  • Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  • Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  • Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.


 


📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:


  • 🏛️  Metropolitan Museum of Art (2min)
  • 🏠  Benjamin N. Duke House (4min)
  • 🏠  Payne Whitney House (4min)
  • 🏨  Carlyle Hotel (4min)
  • 🏔️  Lenox Hill Hospital (2min)
  • 📚  New York Society Library (3min)
  • 🛣️  995 Fifth Avenue (4min)
  • 📍  Neue Galerie New York (2min)
  • 🏛️  Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum (4min)
  • 🏛️  Andrew Carnegie Mansion (4min)
  • 🏛️  Jewish Museum (Manhattan) (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.


 




🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Manhattan with these bonus audio stories available in the app:


  • 🏛️    Lenape Settlement (2min)
  • 🏛️    Colonial Era (2min)
  • 🏛️    American Revolution (2min)
  • 🏛️    19th Century (3min)
  • 🏛️    20th Century (4min)
  • 🏛️    21st Century (2min)
  • 🌍    Manhattan Island (2min)
  • 🌍    Marble Hill (2min)
  • 🌍    Smaller Islands (2min)
  • 🌟    Manhattan Population Growth Trends (2min)
  • 🌟    Religion (2min)
  • 🌟    Languages (1min)
  • 🎭    Politics (2min)
  • 🎭    Federal Offices (2min)
  • 🎭    Crime And Public Safety (3min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.


 


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Above photo: Hugo Schneider, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Gryffindor, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Jim.henderson, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Jim.henderson, Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Jean-Christophe BENOIST, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


 


🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:



🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese


 


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