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Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour

4.4 (42 reviews) one hour – 1 h 20 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour

About this activity

Founded in 1701 Yale is the 3rd oldest institution of education in the USA, and some would say the most secretive.

On our adventure I’ll guide you to New Haven’s historic spots including Yale’s old campus, the New Haven green, The inventors of the Hamburger - Louis Lunch, Grove Street Cemetery and many more.

Go at your own pace. Stop anytime by pausing the tour, and continue anytime. This is on our Walking Tour app, and the tour never expires. Our tours are professionally produced for the best immersive experiences.

Feel free to pause the tour and enter the Yale Art Gallery and see an original Van Gogh, or the Beinecke rare book Library and see the original Gutenberg bible, if they are open during normal visitors’ hours, entrance is free.

You’ll also see the Tombs of the secret societies of Yale, including Skull and Bones, Book and Snake and Scroll and Keys, and learn about their members.

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At a glance

Duration
one hour – 1 h 20 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
English
Operated by
WalknTours

Ages: Adults (12–120 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Go at your own pace, stop and go as you please
  • Included: See Yales historic sites and learn their stories
  • Included: Tour of Yale on our walking tour app
  • Included: the tour never expires, take it anytime

Not included

  • Not included: No food, drink or admission into buildings (Most are free), it's all outside.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    5 min

    The tour starts outside the chapel and you'll learn about its history and about Elihu Yale, the man who Yale is named after. From there you'll walk to the Old Campus and be guided step by step through New Haven.

  2. Stop 2

    10 min

    The tour then goes to Old Campus, the oldest part of Yale. You'll hear how it was founded, it's motto and about Nathan Hale, a hero of the revolution who attended Yale and see his statue.

  3. Owl Shop Cigar Lounge

    5 min

    The Owl is a historic spot in New Haven where many legendary actors have hung, you'll hear about those people and it's history.

  4. Stop 4

    5 min

    It's said that Louis Lunch invented the Hamburger back in the 1800's, and today it's tradition and stories run deep in New Haven. You'll hear it's history, stories, and their motto for Yale students.

  5. Yale University Art Gallery

    10 min

    The tour tells the story of the art gallery and it's free to enter. Here you can see many famous artworks including Van Gogh’s Night Cafe and Edward Hopper’s Rooms by the Sea - two of the most recognizable paintings in the world.

  6. Stop 6

    Passing by

    Secret Societies? Yale has plenty! The most famous being that of the Skill and Bones, the secret societies of the powerful including the Bush family. Hear the stories of their founding, past and the tale the Geronimo's skull is inside.

  7. Stop 7

    Passing by

    The tour stops outside the historic building and you'll hear about the powerful that came from Yale, and how they grew wealthy beyond imagination. Some giving back.

  8. Toad's Place

    5 min

    Rock and Roll history! Hear the story of the spot the rockers played including U2, David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Radiohead and Bob Dylan. it's historic.

  9. Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library

    10 min

    This place is epic. See the oldest books in the world at one of the most advanced libraries, and it's free! We are talking Guttenberg press books. You'll hear the story of the books and the building.

  10. Stop 10

    5 min

    The tour stops outside the Cemetery where you'll see the sign “The dead shall be raised” and hear about the history making people that are buried here.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The tour starts at the corner of Elm and College in front of the Battell Chapel and across from the New Haven Green. You will hear about the chapel, the Green and how Yale was named after Elihu Yale.

End point

  • The tour ends a few blocks from the start at the Scroll and Key tomb, where you'll hear the story of the secret society, their traditions and their tomb.

Using your ticket

This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text 617-991-3269. A copy of your ticket is below.

HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR

*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code 'louis2780'.

*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code 'louis2780'

*It's recommended to use headphones

Follow the steps below to take the tour

Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600

Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours

Step 2: Register an Account or Login

Step 3: Open the Tour

Select New Haven as your city

Select the The Historic Yale Walking Tour and click it.

Click "Enter Experience Code"

Enter the Experience Code 'louis2780'

Click apply

To take the Tour:

Go to sidewalk outside of the corner of Elm and College street in New Haven, CT.

Open the tour in the app and click the play button. From there you can put your phone in your pocket and follow your guides instructions.

Have questions? Email us [email protected] or text 617-991-3269.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

4.4 out of 5 · 42 reviews
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