Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture in Bronx
Bronx, United States

Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture

Outty Ranking 52 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $12

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Is Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture worth booking?

Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture is a 2-hour experience in Bronx, United States, from $12 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
52 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
2 hours
From
$12 per person

Get the most out of Woodlawn Cemetery with this self-guided walking tour produced by an Emmy-nominated storyteller. • Dig up scandalous stories of NYC's illustrious, eternally permanent residents • Hear from Tom Darbysh

What you get

    About this experience

    Get the most out of Woodlawn Cemetery with this self-guided walking tour produced by an Emmy-nominated storyteller. • Dig up scandalous stories of NYC's illustrious, eternally permanent residents • Hear from Tom Darbyshire, a Creative Director from New York’s advertising industry whose passion for juicy stories and Woodlawn Cemetery inspired him to produce this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in two-hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

    What's included

    Included

    • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
    • Lifetime access to this tour in English
    • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

    Not included

    • Food/Drink
    • Smartphone and headphones
    • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
    • Transportation

    What you'll see and do

    1. Woodlawn Cemetery

      Just minutes by subway from Manhattan you'll discover one of New York City’s best kept secrets, Woodlawn Cemetery. On this walking tour around the National Historic Landmark, a wonderland of architectural gems from the Gilded Age, I’ll tell you about some of the cemetery’s most illustrious residents.

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    2. Starting at Woodlawn Conservancy, I’ll point out the art and sculpture inside this cemetery, along with some of the more than 390 tree species inside this magnificently landscaped arboretum. As you’ll soon find out, the cemetry’s real treasures are not the grand crypts and mausoleums, but the fascinating stories of their fabulously rich and famous residents.

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    3. We’ll meet all the most memorable characters including Irene Castle, the dancer that invented every aspect of the ‘20s flapper look, Alva Vanderbilt Belmont, the real-life inspiration for HBO's The Gilded Age, and Clude Fitch, Broadway’s most successful and forgotten playwright. You'll also see Anna Bliss' Titanic Memorial.

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    4. Our tour of this world-famous cemetery ends in front of the crypt of Barbara Hutton. She was known as the ”Poor Little Rich Girl,” who traded her vast fortune for titles, marrying (and divorcing) seven times, five times to royals.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Bronx

    Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    This self-guided audio tour ends in front of the Crypt of Barbara Hutton.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    VoiceMap Audio Tours

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    CreigW3 · June 2023

    Stories and History

    Who thinks of a cemetery as great place to take a walking tour? I do! This is a beautiful place and the stories you hear in this walking tour is worth your time. Bring a lunch and stay for a picnic under one of the many magnificent trees. You’re going to learn things you never knew about some well known New Yorkers.

    via Tripadvisor

    joanlI7682HV · June 2023

    Great storytelling in a beautiful place!

    The stories really bring the buildings and their occupants to life and put them in perspective! Easy to follow directions, additional bits of information, background music and audio effects enhance the stories without overwhelming the listener. A great NY experience in a beautiful place without the tourists. Highly recommend.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $12 to $15
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 52

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)71
    Review evidence (18% weight)19
    Booking momentum (14% weight)14
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)55
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bronx.

    How much does Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture cost?

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    Prices start at $12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bronx usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bronx is not rushed.

    Is Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Bronx, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bronx can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bronx and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bronx within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Bronx?

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    On Outty we rank every Bronx experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-Garden Pass for the New York Botanical Garden, Bronx Zoo Admission Ticket, Harlem Renaissance Multimedia Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Bronx?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Bronx?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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