New York World's Fair Site: Explore its utopian future on an audio tour
Overview
This self-guided audio tour will take you through the fairgrounds for the historic New York City World’s Fairs of 1939-40 and 1964-65. We’ll visit iconic sites of both fairs, hearing about the architecture, design and history of the famous Unisphere, The New York State Pavilion and the temporary headquarters of the United Nations, now the Queens Museum.
You’ll hear about the origins of the park, which inspired F. Scott Fitzgerald when it was an eyesore ash heap, and how that was transformed into beautiful fairgrounds and then into a major city park. You’ll hear about the colorful history of the fairs’ exhibits and pavilions, which includes the infamous feud between artist Andy Warhol and controversial mega-developer Robert Moses.
It’s best to take this tour during the day, when the Queens Museum is open, so that you can pop in and see the New York City Panorama, which is an enormous scale model of all of New York City. Please check the museum’s hours beforehand.
What's Included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
Queens
NY 11368, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Building
Queens, NY 11368, USA
The tour ends outside the Queens Museum.
Opening Hours • Daily Midnight - 11:59 PM
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: VoiceMap App for Android and iOS.Lifetime access to this tour in English.Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. The following is NOT included: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.Smartphone and headphones.Transportation.Food and drink. Read more Apr 2025
Cancellation Policy
Additional Info
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