Self Guided Audio Tour of NYC Financial District

New York City, USA
Duration2h - 3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the rich history of New York City’s Financial District with this self-guided audio walking tour. Starting at Bowling Green and concluding at the South Seaport District, the tour leads you through iconic sites like the Charging Bull, Trinity Church, and Wall Street.

With engaging stories about the city's evolution from New Amsterdam to a bustling metropolis, you'll uncover architectural insights and learn about modern conservation challenges.

The tour includes multi-part audio clips, maps, and directions to the starting point, all usable offline through a mobile app.

What's included

  • Access to audio tour via offer code
  • Maps and contextual details
  • Directions to the starting point
  • Tourismo Mobile app (Android and iOS)
  • Meals
  • Earphones and Smartphone
  • Transportation

What to expect

  1. Charging Bull
    10m
    The tour begins at the Charging Bull sculpture where you get to hear about the significance of the artpiece. Tip: do get a souvenir photo clicked here!
  2. Bowling Green
    10m
    At Bowling Green, the city's first public park, stories of British rule are explored.
  3. National Museum of the American Indian
    10m
    We admire NMAI from outside and spend some time admiring the building's historical roots, architecture and continent sculptures
  4. Fraunces Tavern Museum
    10m
    At Fraunces Tavern, we hear about George Washington's role in the founding of the nation. An archaeological relic will be founded embedded in the sidewalk not far from here.
  5. Stone Street
    Pass by
    The Dutch origins of the city emerge saliently as you step onto the cobbled Stone Street. The names of streets in Lower Manhattan are decoded.
  6. New York Stock Exchange
    10m
    After admiring hidden corporate artwork and grand buildings, we head toward Wall Street and hear about the world's grimmest stock market crash. Don't forget to get a photo with the Fearless Girl here!
  7. Federal Hall
    Pass by
    It is revealed why George Washington's life-sized statue stands here.
  8. Trinity Church NYC
    10m
    We step out onto Broadway and admire the area's oldest religious center, and once the tallest building in the area.
  9. Pass by
    Following the Canyon of Heroes, travelers pass by the Equitable Building and the Trinity Place Skybridge
  10. Pass by
    The walk passes by the Zuccotti Park where travelers are encouraged to take a rest stop and explore public art installations.
  11. Federal Reserve Bank of New York
    Pass by
    After passing by the Equitable building, we head to a site that has more gold underneath than anywhere on Earth.
  12. South Street Seaport Museum
    Pass by
    The tour concludes at the South Street Seaport District with stunning views of East River & Brooklyn Bridge

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Use the Bowling Green subway station (Lines 4 & 5) and exit toward Broadway to reach the Charging Bull sculpture

End point

Travelers are free to shop at Seaport, or spend some time relaxing with a view of the East River.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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