New York University Campus Private Walking Tour

New York University Campus Private Walking Tour

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Visit the Washington Square campus of New York University. See the main buildings of NYU’s undergraduate and graduate schools. Learn about the academics, faculty and alumni.

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Highlights

Visit the campus of New York University with a 5-Star Private Guide
Explore the NYU buildings around the Washington Square Park
Learn about NYU’s history, student culture and traditions
Hear interesting stories about NYU’s notable faculty and alumni
Enjoy a private tour tailored to your pace and interests

Description

New York University is one of the top private research universities in the world, with a long, rich history and a remarkable list of notable faculty and alumni. Join us on a tour of the campus of NYU to discover interesting facts and legends about the university. During the 2-hour tour you will explore the neighborhood and the campus of NYU. You will learn a little bit about the history of Greenwich Village, where the university is located, to understand the artsy, bohemian and LGBT-friendly atmosphere that attracts thousands of students to study here every year. Your Private Guide will brief you on the almost 200 years of NYU’s history and show you some of the most important buildings on the Washington Square campus. This includes the NYU Law Library, the Islamic Center, Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, NYU Stern School of Business, the Silver Center for Arts and Science, and the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. You will also learn about the notable faculty and alumni of NYU, which includes Nobel Laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, U.S. governors, senators and members of the House of Representatives, Academy Award winners, billionaires, Olympic medalists etc. You might get surprised to find names such as Jack Dorsey, Martin Scorsese, and Lady Gaga on the list. Learn about the daily student life at the campus, including student organizations and secret societies. If you’re interested, you can even get some insider's tips on the admission process! The tour will end in front of the iconic Washington Square Arch.

Includes

Private Walking Tour of the Washington Square campus of New York University 5-Star Guide with Official NYC License speaking fluently in your chosen language A special tour itinerary focused on the New York University Facts and anecdotes about the university, its faculty and alumni Tips on the best venues, restaurants and bars in the area

Important Information

Check your email the day before the tour for important information from RosoTravel, your tour operator. This is a moderately-paced walking tour covering approximately 25-30 minutes on foot, including some uneven surfaces or steps. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and being prepared for varying weather, as the tour runs rain or shine! The guide will adjust the pace to suit your group. If you have specific needs, such as pick up from a preferred location in the Old Town, please contact RosoTravel's customer support in advance. We are happy to make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities whenever possible. Please note that attraction tickets, food and drinks are not included in the price. For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get personal attention, ask questions and hear commentary clearly. We will arrange additional guides for larger groups, so the price will be higher.