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Up to an hour

Carnegie Hall Tour

Up to an hour

A tour of Carnegie Hall offers an exclusive glimpse into over 130 years of musical history, showcasing legendary performances and the venue’s world-renowned acoustics.

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Overview

Carnegie Hall is one of New York City's most iconic cultural landmarks, renowned for its world-class performances and rich history in the music world.

Taking a guided tour of Carnegie Hall offers a unique opportunity to get an insider's view of the hall's rich heritage. Knowledgeable tour guides provide fascinating insights into the hall’s more than 130-year history, sharing stories of legendary performances and explaining the secrets behind its world-famous acoustics. Visitors can discover the architectural and design elements that have made Carnegie Hall a destination for artists seeking the perfect sound.

During the tour, you'll also explore rare and historic musical scores displayed in the Composers’ Gallery, gaining a deeper understanding of the creative minds who have left their mark on the Hall. The tour also includes a visit to the Rose Museum, where hundreds of artifacts tell the story of Carnegie Hall's pivotal role in New York's cultural life.

For anyone passionate about music or history, a Carnegie Hall tour is a must-see experience in New York City.

What's included

Enjoy an hour long tour of the famous Carnegie Hall

Getting in

Just show your pass at the Box Office and you'll be offered a place on the next available tour.

Disclaimer

Tours operate on a first-come first-served basis and are subject to hall availability.

Please note:

There are a limited number of spaces available on each tour; large groups cannot be supported.

Can I just walk into Carnegie Hall?

You can walk into the lobby and the Rose Museum without a ticket. To actually see inside the auditorium (Stern/Perelman Stage), you need either a concert ticket or to take a guided tour.

Is there a dress code for Carnegie Hall?

There's no specific dress code and comfort is the main thing, with business attire or more casual outfits both fine. That said, most people dress up a bit for evening performances.

Which famous people have performed at Carnegie Hall?

Carnegie Hall has hosted a huge range of legends since 1891, including Tchaikovsky at its opening, Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman in jazz, and The Beatles in 1964. Leonard Bernstein, Frank Sinatra, and Judy Garland have also performed there. It's become shorthand for "making it" as a musician.

Is Carnegie Hall related to Andrew Carnegie?

Yes, Carnegie Hall in New York City was completely financed and built by the industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie.

Where you'll be

881 Seventh Avenue , New York, US

How to get there

59 St-Columbus Circle – A-C-B-D-1, 57 St-7 Av – N-Q-R-W

Standard opening hours

Monday

Tour times11:30 AM

12:30 PM

01:30 PM

Tuesday

Tour times01:30 PM

WednesdayClosed

Thursday

Tour times11:30 AM

12:30 PM

Friday

Tour times11:30 AM

12:30 PM

Saturday

Tour times11:30 AM

12:30 PM

01:30 PM

SundayClosed

The tour schedule is subject to change without notice so we recommend checking the Carnegie Hall tours website for the most up-to-date schedule.

Find out more

For more information and the most up-to-date tour schedule, please see the Carnegie Hall Tours website.

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Excellent

Daptaylor

Our tour guide was so lovely and informative it was excellent. We had this as part of the go city pass but I would have paid for this had it not been included.

Yes, I recommend this attraction

Tour before our son played

Mason

We enjoyed our tour of Carnegie, we were already excited to be in town to watch our son play Carnegie, so learning the history was a big plus.

Yes, I recommend this attraction

Fun and informative

NicA

Interesting, fun and very informative tour. Our guide was very knowledgable and found the right mix of information.

Yes, I recommend this attraction

Visit to the Carnegie Hall

Norbert K.

It was a very interesting and exciting tour. Very impressive and a very nice guide. The venue absolutely marvellous.

Yes, I recommend this attraction

Wonderful!

Idaho Loves NYC!

What a beautiful and historic venue to visit! Seeing Carnegie Hall for yourself is a real NYC treat!

Spectacular

Big Joe in the Big City

We done the tour on our last day in New York & the place is unbelievable! Was really good to hear all the history of the place & all the outstanding talent that has played there!

Yes, I recommend this attraction