Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour
4.5
Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour
By WalknTours New Haven
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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.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 12-120
Duration: 60–80 minutes
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Audio guide: English
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- Tour of Yale on our walking tour app
- the tour never expires, take it anytime
- Go at your own pace, stop and go as you please
- See Yales historic sites and learn their stories
What's not included- No food, drink or admission into buildings (Most are free), it's all outside.
- Start:
- Elm Street & College Street, Elm St & College St, New Haven, CT 06511, USAThe 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:- Scroll and Key Tomb, 484 College St, New Haven, CT 06511, USAThe 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.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 222222P65- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 222222P65
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Itinerary
- Elm St & College St, New Haven, CT 06511, USAThe 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.
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- 484 College St, New Haven, CT 06511, USAThe 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.
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Krlpj
Loveland, CO50 contributions
This was a way to see/listen to the history of Yale university and others on this 1-2 hr self guided tour. We did this on a spur of the moment and did not have ear buds, MAKE sure you have them.. plus it’s better off that each one spend the extra money so each one of you can listen/hear all the information being given. Nice thing, you can do it quickly or take your time going inside of the buildings when allowed, stop for lunch, the continue on with the tour, can’t go wrong!
Written February 23, 2024
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mkajay
Gulfport, FL8 contributions
Jul 2023
This was a great tour! We were there on a Sunday, so no student-led tours available. This WalkNTour gave detailed instructions on where to turn, which direction to travel, etc., and then relayed interesting facts and details about several of the buildings, as well as some of the nearby off-campus establishments. Highly recommend!
Written August 2, 2023
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Stacey H
Jefferson, GA115 contributions
Overall, a very good tour. I enjoyed hearing the stories and the "Going Deeper" links. I liked that I could go at my own pace. The script might need updating. The one thing I didn't like was not being able to take pictures and keep the program up. I had to restart everytime I wanted to take a picture. But, other than that, I enjoyed the tour and would do another one.
Written June 14, 2024
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Amy E
4 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
We had a fantastic time. The narration was incredible. It was fun, informative and extremely interesting. My husband and I learned so much, yet we didn’t feel overwhelmed or as if we were in a “walking history class.” I have told all my buddies to check out the tours and have already purchased one for Boston.
Written June 29, 2024
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Alexander S
Ronkonkoma, NY5 contributions
Pretty good overall - informative and fun. I would change some of the order of the stops, especially towards the end. I would also eliminate the vegan cafe and add more history.
Written September 2, 2024
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281krex
Indianapolis, Indiana4 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
More buildings could be included (residence halls, churches, etc). More history of campus needed or appreciated for price. Fun to have a self guided tour option though.
Written July 5, 2024
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Brian A
Buffalo, NY1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Solo
Great stories; well orchestrated! Really enjoyed the sights! Very entertaining. Nice background music. Easy to follow
Written April 3, 2024
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Sig7
5 contributions
Would’ve like to heard who built Yale buildings, how long it took & where the materials were from. I get the hoyty/ toyty.
Written March 9, 2024
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