2 free self-guided walking tours, with an audio guide at every stop.
New York's heritage reflects waves of immigration, architectural ambition, and cultural innovation that defined the American experience. Our self-guided GPS walking tours reveal the historic neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and hidden stories of the world's most famous city.
From Ellis Island's immigrant legacy to Broadway's theatrical tradition, audio narration explains how diverse communities created America's cultural capital. Discover the stories behind famous facades and forgotten corners.
Perfect for independent travelers, our GPS-based walking tours allow you to explore New York's layered heritage at your own pace, understanding how a Dutch trading post became a global symbol of possibility.
Planning a walking route in New York? Start here. The 2 routes below link the things to see in New York on foot, and each one takes 50–72 minutes. Two make a half day, four make a full-day itinerary. Every stop is on the walking map before you go, and the audio guide plays by itself when you arrive — free, no app, no booking.
Suggested days, built from each route's own walking time. Travel between routes is not included — check the walking map before you set out.
The square mile where America was sworn in and capitalized — Trinity's spire, the Stock Exchange, Washington's oath, and the great bridge.
Stops on this walk: Charging Bull & Bowling Green · Trinity Church · Federal Hall & the Stock Exchange · South Street Seaport · Brooklyn Bridge Walkway.
Through two islands in New York Harbor, we explore the intersection of America's 'ideal' (freedom) and the 'reality' (judgment) of millions of immigrants. The central theme of this course is 'What does a nation celebrate and what does it classify?'
Stops on this walk: Statue of Liberty — Main Viewpoint · Statue Pedestal & Base Area · Statue of Liberty Museum · Ellis Island Ferry Landing · Ellis Island Main Building (Exterior) · Great Hall (Registry Room) · Inspection Process Areas (Medical & Legal) · Ellis Island Immigration Museum Galleries.