Theme Tours in New York City

Step out of the hustle of New York's Fifth Avenue into the New York Public Library guided by your personal in-app audio tour! Note! Admission to the library is free—with this tour, you get audio commentary along a planned route. You can use this tour anytime during the opening hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Built in the late 1890s, the New York Library's Main Branch is a perfect example of classical architecture and a treasury of 2.5 million volumes and artifacts. The tour starts outside so you can examine all the details of this Beaux-Arts building: impressive columns, beautiful sculptures, and famous lions. Get to know their names and take a picture with these favorites of the public. Inside, you'll be carried away by the breathtaking interiors of Astor Hall. You'll be able to visit the Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library's Treasures and hear the stories behind artifacts such as Thomas Jefferson's handwritten copy of the Declaration of Independence, the Gutenberg Bible dating 1450, Charles Dicken's desk, and more. Next, ascend to the 3rd floor to hear the story of the McGraw Rotunda and marvel at its stunning murals celebrating the history of the written word. Holders of the Library Card may visit the iconic Rose Main Reading Room with its authentic atmosphere. Finish the tour in the shades of Bryant Park. There's always something interesting going around! This tour is not affiliated with the NYPL and is provided by an independent creator.

Welcome to Manhattan, New York City's living backdrop for Marvel's blockbusting comic book creations. Be ready to get a profound insight into how the entertainment plots reflect the course of history and why comics sometimes disappear from bookstores. This self-guided audio tour narrates the stories in a lively style and provides a captivating experience for comic buffs and newcomers alike. You will start the tour at the notorious Hell's Kitchen to discover historical trivia of the neighborhood where Marvel's first office was located and the first "Marvel Comics" came out. Then, you will see the Baxter Building, a.k.a. the headquarters of the mighty Fantastic Four that became Marvel's first superhero team in response to the "Justice League" by DC. Next, you will spot differences between the MetLife Building in real life and its silver screen rendering, the Tony Stark Tower, and later, the base of the Avengers family. Dwelling near the Grand Central Terminal, you will experience the grandeur of where the final battle in the namesake movie took place. After that, you will pass by the magnificent Chrysler Building and catch up with the Spider-Man character creation story. Finally, you will make it to the prestigious Tudor City area where his antagonist, supervillain The Green Goblin, used to lodge – be amazed by the price his apartment was sold afterward! Join the tour and tune into New York City's striking cinematic scenery of the iconic Marvel comics!

Welcome to New York and this bone-chilling tour that will take you through former mafia hangouts, crime scenes, and haunted buildings in the city! First, you will visit Finn Square, an area named after its resident who died in World War I that hides a terrible murder story once happened there. Next, you will see the Manhattan Detention Complex, a municipal jail, colloquially known as the Tombs, with its grim history for you to reveal. Then the tour will guide you to the heart of Little Italy, a lively neighborhood filled with cafes, restaurants, pubs, galleries, shops, and the story of the local mafia and gangs. Passing by the former Police Headquarters Building in the monumental Beaux-Arts style, you will learn about the only New York police officer ever to sit in Sing Sing prison's electric chair. Already frightening enough, but it's still not the end! Move further and find out about the devastating fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, where workers could not escape the blazing building. After that, you will get to the location of the Limelight nightclub housed in the former Episcopal church, which walls witnessed a death caused by a ritual. Finally, you will visit the location of the original Madison Square Garden, a popular event venue where one revenge ended up with three shot bullets. Join the tour, get your goosebumps ready, and start exploring the dark side of New York City! Disclaimer: disturbing content. Recommended age: 18+

Learn how color can not only be seen but also felt, tasted, heard, and even touched as you explore the extraordinarily colorful and photogenic Color Factory curated by your own audio guide! NOTE! This tour does not include a ticket but is valid for life. Buy the ticket in advance at colorfactory.co/new-york-city. You will be surprised to learn how easy it is to trick our brains by improvising with different shades in everyday life: the audio guide will explain to you the benefits of wearing "pink glasses" and why it is better not to use yellow dishes when eating. Immerse yourself in the world of color through stories about scientific experiments, the history of the emergence of rare shades, and acquaintances with contemporary artists and designers. Don't be afraid to eat too many sweet treats at the museum, as a 'workout' awaits you here: you'll find a dance floor, a music venue, and dive into a pool of hundreds of balls. A special test will reveal the secrets of your particular color, and you may discover a synesthete in yourself! What? Have you never heard of such a concept? Then head to the Color Factory, turn on the audio guide, and start your journey through the universe of color. This tour is not affiliated with the Color Factory but is provided by an independent creator.

Learn how color can not only be seen but also felt, tasted, heard, and even touched as you explore the extraordinarily colorful and photogenic Color Factory curated by your own audio guide! You will be surprised to learn how easy it is to trick our brains by improvising with different shades in everyday life: the audio guide will explain to you the benefits of wearing "pink glasses" and why it is better not to use yellow dishes when eating. Immerse yourself in the world of color through stories about scientific experiments, the history of the emergence of rare shades, and acquaintances with contemporary artists and designers. Don't be afraid to eat too many sweet treats at the museum, as a 'workout' awaits you here: you'll find a dance floor, a music venue, and dive into a pool of hundreds of balls. A special test will reveal the secrets of your particular color, and you may discover a synesthete in yourself! What? Have you never heard of such a concept? Then head to the Color Factory, turn on the audio guide, and start your journey through the universe of color. Note. This tour is not affiliated with the Color Factory but is provided by an independent creator. Tickets are included for customers' convenience at no charge.