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Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour

4.4(43)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 43 reviews1 h 20 minFree cancellationBy WalknTours
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.

What's included

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

Not included

  • ✕No food, drink or admission into buildings (Most are free), it's all outside.

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.

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

Cancellation policy

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

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