Self‑Guided + Audio‑Described

Audio‑Described Self‑Guided Tours

Explore New York City at your own pace with rich audio narration, clear directions, and helpful context—designed to make NYC walking tours more accessible and immersive.

You will be redirected to our Audio Tours website.

Why audio descriptions improve the experience

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering NYC, audio guidance adds clarity, context, and confidence.

More accessible

Clear, descriptive narration can help people with visual impairments and anyone who prefers to learn by listening.

Confidence to explore

Step-by-step stops and helpful context reduce stress and let you focus on the moment.

More immersive

Stories, history, and local details turn a walk into a guided experience—without the crowds.

Map + GPS integration

See all stops on an interactive map, follow the route, and optionally enable location tracking and auto‑play near stops.

How it works

  1. 1Open the Audio Tours site and enter your access code (if required).
  2. 2Follow the route on the map and play audio at each stop.
  3. 3Take breaks, re-play sections, and explore at your own pace.

Perfect for self‑guided travelers

If you like flexibility, our audio experiences are made for you: no fixed start time, no crowded groups, and narration that brings each stop to life.

  • • Start whenever you want
  • • Pause, replay, or skip stops
  • • Great for families and solo travelers
  • • Designed with accessibility in mind

Frequently Asked Questions about NYC Audio Tours

NYC audio tours are self-guided walking tours where you listen to pre-recorded narration on your phone. You explore at your own pace, following a map with stops. Our tours include audio descriptions—clear, detailed narration—that make the experience more accessible and immersive for everyone, including people with visual impairments.

Also explore our bus day trips from NYC

Head to Washington DC, Niagara Falls, or explore NYC boroughs with our guided bus tours.

View Bus Trips