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Free audio walking tours of New York
Itinerarly has 3 self-guided audio tours of New York, United States, from 1 h to 2 h 20. Each one walks you between the stops in order and plays a short narrated story when you arrive. The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, and the tours are free.
Midtown Express
Times Square, Rock and Central Park in 1 hour
- Times SquareWelcome to Times Square, the vibrant epicenter of New York City, often hailed as the 'Crossroads of the World.' This iconic junction, illuminated day and night by colossal LED screens, symbolizes the tireless energy of the metropolis. Did you know that these massive billboards consume as much electricity daily as a…
- Rockefeller CenterThis is Rockefeller Center, a majestic Art Deco architectural complex envisioned by the Rockefeller family during the Great Depression. Often described as a 'city within a city,' it is world-famous for its giant Christmas tree and its iconic ice rink, which opened in 1936.
- Central Park GapstowWelcome to Central Park, a 340-hectare masterpiece of landscape architecture, entirely man-made since 1858. You are standing near Gapstow Bridge, one of the park's most photogenic bridges, which offers a perfect reflection of Midtown Manhattan’s towering skyscrapers in the pond below.
Midtown Classics
Grand Central, Fifth and MoMA
- Grand Central TerminalYou are entering Grand Central Terminal, which is far more than just a train station—it's one of the world's finest examples of Beaux-Arts architecture. With 44 platforms, it holds the record for the largest number of platforms in any station worldwide.
- Bryant ParkWelcome to Bryant Park, a lush 4-hectare green oasis nestled among the skyscrapers of Midtown. This history-steeped site served as a potter's field in the 18th century before hosting the first American World's Fair in 1853.
- Fifth AvenueYou are walking down Fifth Avenue, a global symbol of luxury and one of the most prestigious thoroughfares on the planet. Stretching from the Empire State Building to Central Park, this avenue is lined with legendary institutions like Tiffany’s, Cartier, and Saks.
- St. Patrick's CathedralThis is St. Patrick's Cathedral, a neo-Gothic masterpiece standing proudly amidst the towering skyscrapers of Fifth Avenue.
- MoMAWelcome to MoMA, the Museum of Modern Art—the world's leading epicenter for contemporary creativity. Founded in 1929, this museum houses an unparalleled collection that has fundamentally defined our understanding of modern art.
Complete New York
The ultimate NYC tour
- Battery ParkWelcome to Battery Park, one of Manhattan’s most history-laden green spaces, located at the very southern tip of the island. This is the primary departure point for ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
- Brooklyn BridgeYou are looking at the Brooklyn Bridge, one of the world's most iconic engineering marvels. Completed in 1883, it was the first suspension bridge to use steel cables and stood as the world's longest at the time of its opening.
- One World Trade CenterThis is One World Trade Center, the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere. Its symbolic height of 1,776 feet (541 meters) commemorates the year of American independence.
- 9/11 MemorialYou are standing at the 9/11 Memorial, a sacred space of reflection and tribute located precisely where the Twin Towers once stood. The two reflecting pools, featuring the largest man-made waterfalls in North America, fill the exact footprints of the fallen towers.
- Met MuseumWelcome to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, affectionately known as 'The Met'—one of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world. Located on Fifth Avenue at the edge of Central Park, it houses over two million works spanning 5,000 years of human history.
- Belvedere CastleThis is Belvedere Castle, a whimsical neo-Gothic structure perched upon the highest rock in Central Park. Built in 1869 by Calvert Vaux, it was originally designed as a 'folly'—an ornamental lookout without windows or doors, meant purely for enjoying the views and the breeze.
- Rockefeller CenterThis is Rockefeller Center, a majestic Art Deco architectural complex envisioned by the Rockefeller family during the Great Depression. Often described as a 'city within a city,' it is world-famous for its giant Christmas tree and its iconic ice rink, which opened in 1936.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a free audio walking tour of New York?
- Yes. The Itinerarly app has 3 free self-guided audio tours of New York: Midtown Express (3 stops, about 1 h); Midtown Classics (5 stops, about 1 h 40); Complete New York (7 stops, about 2 h 20). The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Which sights do the New York audio tours visit?
- Stops include Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Central Park Gapstow, Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick's Cathedral, MoMA, Battery Park, Brooklyn Bridge.
- How long does a walking tour of New York take?
- The New York tours take from 1 h to 2 h 20, including time at each stop. Pick the shortest one if you only have an hour.
- Do I need to pay or book?
- No. The tours are free and you start them whenever you want. Some monuments charge their own entry ticket; the app links to the official ticket page where there is one.
- Does it work offline?
- You need a connection for the map and directions. A stop you have already downloaded can be replayed without a connection.
- What do I need?
- The free Itinerarly app on iPhone (App Store) or Android (Google Play), and a free account.
- Can Itinerarly plan the rest of my day in New York?
- Yes. In Plan mode you add the places you want to see and Itinerarly puts them in the best order, with travel times that account for live traffic.
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