A Gilded Age Audio Guide: New York's Millionaire Row

On this self-guided audio tour, you will admire the architecture and savour the scandals of Fifth Avenue’s old money set. Hear from Emmy-nominated storyteller Tom Darbyshire of TellBetter Tours, who takes audio walking tours to a new level—less dry facts, more juicy stories. Opposite New York’s Central Park is the world’s most prestigious address: Fifth Avenue, where grand mansions were built by Gilded Age robber barons and their heirs. As you stroll along Millionaire’s Row and Museum Mile, I’ll share extraordinary stories of love and loss, epic battles over status, and deliciously petty squabbles over the rules that governed society in the late 1800s. Every mansion has its story, and we bring them to life in dramatic fashion, with voice actors and immersive sound design that puts you in the ballrooms, carriages and clubs of the Gilded Age elite. No other Gilded Age tour, recorded or live, packs as much detail and drama into one thrilling experience.

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Location: New York City

What's Included

Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is there an age limit for this audio tour? Thinking of gifting it to my teenage niece!

A: There's really no specific age limit for this audio tour! It's perfect for anyone who's interested in history or storytelling. Just keep in mind that the themes might be a bit mature at times since we're talking about Gilded Age scandals. But overall, I think your niece would love the juicy stories!

Q: How long does this tour take? I want to plan a day around it.

A: The duration can vary since it's a self-guided tour! Most people take about 1.5 to 2 hours, but you can definitely take your time and explore at your own pace. Plus, since you get lifetime access, you can always revisit it later if you want to soak in more details!

Q: Can you reschedule this if the weather is bad? Planning a trip in October.

A: Since this is a self-guided audio tour, you don’t have to worry about rescheduling! You can do it whenever you want, rain or shine. If it’s a particularly nasty day, just listen to the audio at home and save the actual walk for a nicer day!

Discussions

Just did the Gilded Age tour and WOW!

I just finished the audio guide on Millionaire's Row and it was fantastic! The storytelling by Tom Darbyshire really brings these old mansions to life. I loved hearing about the feuds and romances of the Gilded Age. It took me about 2 hours because I kept stopping to take pics of the stunning architecture. Highly recommend for history buffs and anyone who loves a good story!

Considering this as a gift, any tips?

I’m looking at gifting the Gilded Age audio tour for my brother's birthday. He loves history but is picky about how things are presented. Is this more engaging than a typical audio tour? Can you really see everything on Fifth Ave? Would love some insider opinions!