Its free to enter though security is tight (similar to Ground Zero) and a lot of interesting displays, photography (eg slavery, childrens trips to school in different countries). You get a good vibe about what the UN does though the building is tatty and grubby (including the toilets) and in need of investment. The tour takes an hours and is... More

I was expecting a more "Wow" feel when I get to see the UN HQ but it did not give me that experience. Looked more grand "online" compared to real life. They used to offer both guided and audio tours during my visit last December but the audio tour is no longer available now due to renovation. There are also... More

countless school trips here - interesting, important, necessary. Do not miss this if you come to NY.

Everyone knows about the UN. It's an iconic landmark and an important piece of history. They have surprisingly detailed tours and let you see the actual great hall where the meetings are held.

Whether you are taking a personal/business venture or for a class trip, the United Nations is something worth venturing. The information center in itself has beautifully layed-out photography from world-renowned photographers, or some other halls/museums to see. It most certainly is a breath-taking historical place.

Tourists often skip this place (and many NYers have never been on the tour), yet it is one of the most important places in the world for fostering understanding between nations--and it holds out the best chance for ensuring world peace for the next generation. Adolescents and teens will most appreciate the tour.

This was an unexpected visit for us, as I assumed you wouldn’t be able to go inside for security reasons, but when we walked by for a look, we realised you could go in and they also offered guided tours. You can’t book in advance, so we had to wait for an hour or so, but the tour was well... More

you will need to pass security screening just like at the airport before you go in. no liquid inside. if you want to do the tour, make sure to get the ticket first thing. when we were there, the guided tours were sold out till an hour later. so we did join a tour. without the tour, you canonly walk... More

take the tour to see the different parts of the buildings and the gifts from foreign countries, the gardens are currently closed because of ongoing construction and a temporary building housing offices has been placed there, but the General Assembly building is still open and offering tours.