Lower Manhattan, New York Walking Tour with Audioguide

Explore Lower Manhattan at your leisure with audioguide on your smartphone. This offline smartphone app features a GPS map of the route, illustrations and audio narration filled with captivating stories about New York City life. Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets and key landmarks at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group. This tour, curated by a professional historian, offers reliable stories and intriguing legends. However, it's not an academic tour, so there's no need to worry about tedious lists of dates and technical terms. The tour encompasses 34 points of interest. Feel free to pause at any time for a coffee break, veer off the path to explore an intriguing side street or resume the route whenever you're ready. You can navigate the tour on foot or by bicycle.

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Location: New York City

What's Included

Audio Guide App for iPhone and Android
1 year access to the tour in your preferred language.
Offline map with route for easy GPS navigation
Illustrations to identify the landmark
34 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Can I do this tour with my kids? What's the age limit?

A: Absolutely! This walking tour is family-friendly, and there's really no age limit. Kids can enjoy the stories and the flexibility of the tour since you can pause whenever you need. Just make sure to keep an eye on them, especially near busy streets. It'll be a fun way for them to learn about NYC history!

Q: Is there a cancellation policy if the weather is bad?

A: Since it's self-guided, there's no strict cancellation policy. If the weather's bad, you can choose to postpone the tour and do it whenever works for you. Just remember, the app is available for a whole year, so there's plenty of time to reschedule!

Q: What should I wear for the tour? Is it a lot of walking?

A: Comfortable shoes are a must since you’ll be walking quite a bit! The tour doesn't have a set route duration, so dress for a casual, all-day adventure. I suggest wearing layers too, since NYC weather can change in a heartbeat. And don’t forget sunscreen if it's sunny!

Discussions

Just finished the Lower Manhattan tour and wow!

I did the Lower Manhattan walking tour last week and it was fantastic! The audio guide made it feel like I was exploring the city with a friend. I loved stopping at various landmarks and taking breaks whenever I wanted. The app worked offline, which was a lifesaver! Honestly, a perfect gift for anyone who loves NYC history. Can't wait to do it again!

Thinking of gifting the walking tour for my parents—thoughts?

I'm considering getting this Lower Manhattan walking tour for my parents' anniversary. They love exploring cities but are not big fans of group tours. I think this could be perfect since they can go at their own pace! Anyone think this is a good idea? How easy is it to use the app?