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Self-guided walking tour of historic Yale University

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Self-guided walking tour of historic Yale University — Adventure things to do in New Haven

Flexible tour featuring Yale's key spots, including the Old Campus and New Haven Green, using a smartphone app for a fully self-directed experience.

This self-guided walking tour of Yale University lets you explore at your own pace, highlighting historic sites like the Old Campus, New Haven Green, and the famous Louis Lunch, where the hamburger was invented. You’ll also visit Grove Street Cemetery and other significant landmarks.

The tour is accessible through a smartphone app, allowing you to pause and resume whenever you wish, ensuring you never miss a detail. You can take advantage of free entry to the Yale Art Gallery and the Beinecke Rare Book Library to see works like Van Gogh's art or the original Gutenberg Bible, provided they're open during your visit. If you're curious about Yale's secret societies, the tour includes insights into the tombs of Skull and Bones, Book and Snake, and Scroll and Key.

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What's included in this experience?+
• Proceed at your own speed, with the flexibility to pause and resume as desired • Explore Yale's historic landmarks and hear their histories • Access to the Yale walking tour via our app • The tour has no expiration date, allowing you to take it whenever you choose
What's NOT included?+
• Food, beverages, and entry into buildings are not included (most are free), as the activities take place outdoors.
What should I know before booking?+
• Infants and young children may be accommodated using a pram or stroller • Service animals are permitted • Nearby public transport options are accessible • Appropriate for individuals of all fitness levels
What's the cancellation policy?+
To receive a full refund, cancellation must occur at least 24 hours prior to the designated departure time.
What's the itinerary?+
• The tour begins outside the chapel where participants will learn about its history and Elihu Yale, the individual after whom Yale is named. The group will then proceed to the Old Campus and receive a detailed guide through New Haven. • Next, the group will visit Old Campus, the oldest section of Yale, hearing about its founding, motto, and Nathan Hale, a revolutionary hero who was a Yale student, as well as viewing his statue. • The Owl is a notable location in New Haven associated with many famous actors; insights into its history and prominent figures will be shared. • Louis Lunch is credited with the invention of the hamburger in the 1800s, and the deep-rooted traditions and stories related to this are part of New Haven's history, along with their motto concerning Yale students. • The narrative includes the art gallery, which is free to enter. Attendees can view numerous renowned artworks, including Van Gogh’s Night Cafe and Edward Hopper’s Rooms by the Sea—two of the most identifiable paintings globally. • Yale is known for its secret societies, particularly Skull and Bones, linked to influential figures such as the Bush family. Stories regarding their origins and the intriguing tale of Geronimo's skull being housed there will be recounted. • The tour will pause outside a historic building where stories of individuals who gained wealth and influence from Yale, and those who contributed back to the community, will be discussed. • Participants will also hear about the history of venues that have hosted rock musicians, including U2, David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Radiohead, and Bob Dylan. • One of the most advanced libraries houses some of the oldest books in existence, including those printed on a Gutenberg press, which will be explored along with the story of these books and the facility itself. • The tour concludes at the Cemetery, where visitors will see the sign “The dead shall be raised” and learn about significant historical figures interred there.

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