Manhattan Audio Tour: Faith, Fame, and Facades

Schedule

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm to Fri, 31 Oct, 2025 at 04:00 am

UTC+00:00

Location

Rose Center for Earth and Space | Manhattan, NY

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Self-guided audio tour of Upper West Side, New York City. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: Spheroide, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the New York City Audio Tour: Landmarks, Legends & Life on the Upper West Side

Marble titans cast long shadows over Central Park, but secrets ripple beneath even the grandest facades of the Upper West Side.

Plug in for a self-guided audio tour that leads you through winding avenues and storied halls, unveiling dramatic histories and curiosities most passersby never suspect. Every turn peels back another layer of New York’s restless soul.

Why did a standoff inside the San Remo send shockwaves through city politics? What vanished relic once lay beneath the dinosaurs at the American Museum of Natural History? Who left coded messages on the steps of New York Historical, sparking years of speculation?

Move beyond postcard moments into hidden alleyways of intrigue. Feel the hum of old scandals and sudden triumphs, watching history come alive as you trace footsteps from park benches to monumental towers.

Begin your journey now—and let the legends behind these marble sentinels transform your vision of Manhattan forever.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 2 hours 13 minutes
  • Distance: Around 4.5 km (2.8 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 1h 8min
  • Meeting Point: Start at Rose Center for Earth and Space, only a 2 minute walk from 81 St-Museum of Natural History Subway Station
  • Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including American Museum of Natural History, New York Historical, The San Remo

Experience the charm of Upper West Side 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 Upper West Side'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:


  • 🎨  Rose Center for Earth and Space (2min)
  • 🏛️  American Museum of Natural History (3min)
  • 📚  New York Historical (2min)
  • 📍  The San Remo (4min)
  • 🎨  The Majestic (apartment building) (4min)
  • 📍  The Beresford (3min)
  • 📍  Congregation Rodeph Sholom (Manhattan) (4min)
  • 🏛️  Central Park West Historic District (4min)
  • 📍  City Congregation for Humanistic Judaism (3min)
  • 📍  The El Dorado (2min)
  • 📍  Congregation Shaare Zedek (Manhattan) (3min)
  • 🎓  Claremont Riding Academy (3min)
  • 📍  B'nai Jeshurun (Manhattan) (3min)
  • ⛪  Broadway United Church of Christ (3min)

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


 




🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Upper West Side 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: Ajay Suresh, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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

 


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Above photo: Ed Yourdon, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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

 


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Above photo: David Shankbone, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 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


 


🎉 Congratulations on reading this far! You've earned yourself a little treat. Use code ILOVEAUDIOTOURS at checkout for 10% off your tour. Because who doesn't love a good discount for being thorough? 😉


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Rose Center for Earth and Space, Rose Center for Earth and Space, Manhattan, United States

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