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Midtown Manhattan Self-Guided Audio Tour Around The Empire State Building
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Midtown Manhattan Self-Guided Audio Tour Around The Empire State Building

📍 New York, United States

Explore the heart of New York from above and below with this in-app audio tour. Spot Art Deco elements of the Empire State Building and the diversity of the Midtown architecture. See the sculpture created in tribute of John Lennon by his artist friend.

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Operated/Supplied By: WeGoTrip

About this experience

Enjoy spectacular 360-degree views of New York from its architectural icon and walk through bustling Midtown Manhattan. Get a unique experience using this self-guided audio tour to observe New York's skyline from the 86th-floor observatory and to hear not-so-obvious facts about the famous skyscraper. This tour then takes you on a journey around the city's heart at your own pace. See the most recognizable NYC landmarks from the 86th-floor observatory, take stunning pictures, and wander around the spectacular old lobby. You will also get access to the exhibitions on the 2nd and 80th floors exploring New York's history through interactive displays with augmented reality. After visiting the Empire State Building, follow the self-guided route tailored for you to discover the must-sees and hidden gems of Midtown Manhattan. You will find yourself inside the greenery of Bryant Park and amid the bustling Times Square. You will learn how the most prominent buildings (Grand Central Terminal, Chrysler Building, Rockefeller Center, etc.) appeared in this area. Finally, rest in the hidden garden, and embrace the moment in New York, the one and only. Note: This tour does NOT include an entrance ticket! Purchase it at www.esbnyc.com. . To avoid the crowds, plan your visit at 8 a.m. or after 3 p.m. on a weekday. This tour is not affiliated with the ESB but is submitted by an independent creator. Tickets are provided for customers' convenience.

Meeting point

Empire State Building
West 33rd Street 1, New York, 10001, United States

Experience details

What’s included

  • Step-by-step navigation through the Observatory and Midtown Manhattan
  • Recommendations on places to visit after the tour
  • Downloadable multimedia audio tour on the WeGoTrip app (English) 
  • Offline functionality, audio narration, and written text explanations

What’s not included

  • Entrance ticket to the observatory deck. Purchase it at www.esbnyc.com
  • Personal guide — you will get the tour on the mobile app 
  • Earphones — you should bring your own

Useful to know

  • Charged Smartphone
  • Earphones
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