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Standard Guided Tour

• Visit the United Nations in the heart of New York City! A one-hour guided tour offers an exciting opportunity to discover UN Headquarters. One of our multilingual Tour Guides will take you on a brief journey through the corridors of international diplomacy. You will learn about the history and work of the United Nations and visit the famous General Assembly Hall and Security Council Chamber (meetings permitting).
• Tours are offered in all six official languages of the United Nations ( Arabic , Chinese , English , French , Russian , Spanish ), as well as in additional languages in high demand. Tours in languages other than English may be available upon request. Please contact [email protected] for availability.
• Children ages 5 to 12 must be accompanied by an adult . Unfortunately, children under 5 are not permitted on tour .
• The United Nations Headquarters is accessible for persons with disabilities or with a mobility impairment. Visitors may request the use of a wheelchair when checking in.
• Guided Tours are also offered at other United Nations Offices around the world, including   Geneva ,   Nairobi   and   Vienna .

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Garden Tour

• Special tours of the UN's North Lawn are offered from May through August .
• Take a stroll around the gardens with their exceptional rose collection and iconic cherry trees: learn about the story behind the “George and the Dragon” statue, see an actual segment of the Berlin Wall, and discover a “hidden gem” honouring one of the most important women in the history of the United Nations: Eleanor Roosevelt.

BOOK THE GARDEN TOUR HERE

Please note that the Garden Tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. 

Art Tour

• Visit the unique art collection of the United Nations Headquarters! The UN gifts collection is a combination of artworks, historic objects, and architectural components donated by member states, foundations, and individual donors since 1950. Many of the most prominent figures in the art world, such as Marc Chagall, Candido Portinari, Arnaldo Pomodoro, Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore, are represented in the UN collection. In this tour, you will see a selection of the artworks located in the building, and will access the Security Council, the General Assembly Hall, as well as the Economic and Social Council and the Trusteeship Council Chambers, meetings permitting.
• The Art Tour is available every other Thursday at 1:15 pm and  upon request , please contact [email protected]

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Architecture Tour

• The UN architecture tour is dedicated to a marvel of modernist design and international style - the UN headquarters building in New York. Our tour will explore the fascinating history behind the “Workshop for Peace”, a collaborative effort of 11 renowned architects from around the world to build a home for the United Nations, and explore how this ‘workshop’ reinforces and accommodates peacebuilding and multilateralism until this day.
• The Architecture Tour is available every other Tuesday at 1:00 pm and  upon request , please contact [email protected]

BOOK THE ARCHITECTURE TOUR HERE

Children's Tour

• Children aged 5 to 10 are invited to learn more about the UN and how to be global citizens on a special UN Children’s Tour . A special child-friendly “Kids  Corridor” features wall-sized world maps, mounted flags of the Security Council’s members,  an actual refugee tent and more!  Interactive games with the Tour Guides , quizzes and role-playing help young visitors understand the work of the UN and how it relates to their daily lives. Please note: the Children's Tour does not access the Conference Building. Participants will visit the Kids Corridor and the General Assembly Hall (meetings permitting). 
• The Children's Tour is available on   Fridays at 1:30 pm and  upon request , please contact [email protected]

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Black History Tour

• Come celebrate Black History at the United Nations by taking our special Black History Tour!
• The Black History-themed Tour of the United Nations will grant you a unique look at the Ark of Return, a permanent memorial in honor of the victims of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade, located on the United Nations Visitors Plaza. The special tour will also include access to the Security Council Chamber, the Trusteeship Council Chamber and the General Assembly Hall (meetings permitting). You will learn about the contribution of people of African descent to the work of the United Nations in fields such as peace and security and human rights, with a special emphasis on decolonization.
• The Black History Tour is available every other Tuesday at 1:30 pm and  upon request , please contact [email protected]

BOOK THE BLACK HISTORY TOUR HERE

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Focus on Women Tour

• The Focus on Women Tour introduces significant contributions of women to the United Nations (UN) work on Peace & Security, Human Rights and Development. Women make up more than half of the world’s population, and although their voices have often been silenced, their resilience and insight have made them agents of change! This Tour will cover women who have influenced the history of the UN as an organisation, as well as topics such as Security Council resolution 1325 on the important role of women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts; the unique and growing contribution of women in Peace Operations; Sustainable Development Goal 5 on gender equality and women’s empowerment; and other General Assembly milestones helping advance the status of women around the world. In addition, the tour will showcase the gift of Panama in the General Assembly Lobby, a traditional Mola style tapestry that was made by indigenous Kuna women.
• The Focus on Women Tour will also include access to the Security Council Chamber, the Economic and Social Council Chamber, and the General Assembly Hall, meetings permitting.
• The Focus on Women Tour is available every other Wednesday at 1:30 pm and  upon request , please contact [email protected]

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   The United Nations Headquarters is accessible to persons with disabilities.

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• A maximum of 20 people are allowed per tour.

Price and Payment

Individual Tickets:

Rates for individual tickets to join our In-Person Guided Tours at the UN Headquarters are:

• Adult:  $26.00
• Student (Ages 13+ with student ID):  $18.00
• Senior (Ages 60+):  $18.00
• Child (Ages 5-12*):  $15.00

A 6% booking fee will apply. 

Group Tickets:

Rates for group tickets to join our In-Person Guided Tours at the UN Headquarters are:

1 Private Group Tour Block = up to 20 People

• Adult Block:  $520.00
• Student Block (Ages 13+ with student ID):  $376.00
• Senior Block (Ages 60+):  $360.00
• Child Block (Ages 5-12*):  $344.00

A 3% booking fee will apply. 

Before purchasing your tickets, please note that:

• For security reasons, children  under 5 years of age are not permitted  on tour.
• For groups which combine different age categories, the pricing will reflect the majority of participants.
• We accept only credit card payments.
• All sales are final - no exchanges or refunds are offered.
• To purchase Tickets for In-Person Guided Tours , please CLICK HERE .
• Guided tour tickets may also be purchased onsite based on availability. 
• Tours in languages other than English may be available upon request. Please contact [email protected] for availability.

United Nations Guided Tours Celebrates 70 years in New York City

The United Nations Department of Global Communications celebrates today the seventieth anniversary of its Guided Tours operation, the same day that the doors of the Organization’s Headquarters in New York City were opened to the public in 1952.

To mark the occasion, an exhibit on the history and the role of the tour guides as “Ambassadors to the Public” is on view in the United Nations Visitors Lobby, available also in digital format.  The United Nations Postal Administration has issued a special commemorative stamp sheet for purchase at the stamp shop.

For seven decades, visitors from around the world have toured United Nations Headquarters, giving them the opportunity to see, hear and feel diplomacy in action.  Escorted by guides well-versed in international affairs, visitors walk through corridors buzzing with diplomats and international civil servants, learn about pressing geopolitical issues, and while seated in the General Assembly Hall, reflect on our world’s need for international cooperation.

“Our multilingual tour guides have been the face and voice of the United Nations to over 42 million visitors from around the world,” said United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres.  “We celebrate their seventieth anniversary and honour their vital ongoing mission to enhance understanding of the essential work of the United Nations.”

The one-hour Guided Tour is conducted in 13 languages by a team of tour guides from 17 countries.  As per tradition, the tour guides have been clothed by leading designers, from Edith Head, Christian Dior and Benetton in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, to Elie Tahari from 2017 to the present.

Access to a multi-media kit about the United Nations Guided Tours can be found here ; and the digital version of the seventieth anniversary exhibit at:  www.un.org/en/exhibits/ambassadors-to-the-public .  During the Unit’s anniversary month of November, visitors can also request a United Nations tour, or an interview with a tour guide in a foreign language, Monday through Friday, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., by reaching out to the media contacts below.

United Nations Guided Tours offer an exciting opportunity to discover United Nations Headquarters on a brief journey through the corridors of international diplomacy, all while admiring the unique collection of artworks on display in the United Nations compound.  During the hour-long tour, visitors will learn from a multilingual tour guide about the history of the Organization, as well as the work of its 193 Member States in the areas of peace and security, development and human rights .  Guided Tours are also available at United Nations Offices in Geneva, Nairobi and Vienna.  For more information, please visit www.un.org/visit .

Media Contacts:  Vincenzo Pugliese, Acting Chief, Visitors Services, New York, at email:  [email protected] , tel.:  +1 212 963 6984; or Rula Hinedi, Chief, United Nations Guided Tours, New York, at email:   [email protected] , tel.: +1 212 963 5052.

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THE UN VIENNA TOUR

Our most popular tour takes you inside vienna’s iconic “uno-city” to learn how staff and delegates from 193 member states work here towards peace, development and human rights., visit us in-person, or let our virtual tour take you behind the scenes online.

BOOK IN-PERSON TOURS

Individuals  , large groups, book online tours, virtual groups, tour outline.

Each UN Vienna Tour is led by one of our multilingual tour guides, who can easily tailor the content to any level of prior knowledge.

Visitors will get an introduction to the United Nations Organization and learn how the Vienna-based offices are working for the Sustainable Development Goals . The tour takes in the history and architecture of the Vienna International Centre , and uses show & tell to explain the work that goes on here. Visitors will usually have a chance to see one of the conference rooms where international negotiations take place, and can enjoy some of the fine artworks on display, such as an original Hundertwasser tapestry. A highlight for many young visitors is a real moonrock on loan to the UN in Vienna from NASA.

The tour route and content can vary for operational reasons, so requests for specific areas of interest should be communicated before the tour.

The United Nations in Vienna is home to members of the UN family working on many aspects of peace and security, human rights and development. They seek to use atoms for peace and development , to reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable industrial development , to ban nuclear testing , to bring the benefits of the peaceful uses of outer space to every part of the world and to make the world safer from drugs, crime and terrorism .

A printed, 32-page colour booklet documenting the tour highlights is available for purchase with your in-person tour ticket. 

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TEACHING RESOURCES

Teachers wishing to follow up on a UN tour with their class have a wealth of teaching resources to choose from.

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• Sustainable Development Goals (PDF)

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Visit the UN Bookshop

United Nations Headquarters is NOW OPEN to the public for in-person guided tours. Showing proof of vaccination is not required. Masks are recommended but optional.   More information here .

The United Nations Bookshop at UN Headquarters in New York is located in the Visitors Concourse in the General Assembly Building. It serves UN staff, delegates and the general public with the latest books published by and about the United Nations, as well as responsibly sourced merchandise.   All proceeds from sales support the work of the Organization.

Phone:  1-212-963-7680 Email:  [email protected]

Mailing Address: United Nations Bookshop 405 East 42nd Street, GA-1B-103 New York, NY 10017 USA    

Bookshop hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm UN Bookshop is open to staff, Delegates with a valid UN ID and all visitors following the Arrival Procedures .

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WELCOME TO THE UNITED NATIONS

Take a tour of the Palais des Nations and learn about the United Nations and the UN’s work in Geneva. Our tour guides will inform you about the organization and its activities to maintain world peace, foster international relations and development.

You will discover the Palais des Nations, a unique building, formerly the headquarters of the League of Nations. The Palais des Nations, an outstanding testimony to twentieth century architecture, is situated in the beautiful Ariana park in Geneva, Switzerland. 

Due to the ongoing renovations in the Palais des Nations, our tour offers are limited and subject to changes. Please read the below information carefully and check this page regularly for updates. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

During the renovation work, guided tours are temporarily not suitable for persons with reduced mobility., please be informed that tours for individual visitors are currently limited and sell out very quickly. we encourage you to check our website regularly. thank you for your understanding., before the tour, once you have your ticket(s).

As soon as you receive your ticket(s), every person in your group needs to register for an access badge. The registration link for access badges is on the ticket(s). Please register as soon as your receive your ticket(s). Participants will then receive a digital badge with a QR code sent to their email address which they can print out and bring along or store on their mobile phone. The QR code will be scanned on the day to enter the Palais des Nations.

On the tour day

• All visitors must carry a valid passport (UN Member or Observer State). ID cards from the Schengen Zone are also accepted. Passports or ID cards will be checked at the entrance gate.
• Please be at the meeting point mentioned in your booking confirmation, 30 minutes before your tour to allow time for security screening and transfer to the Visitors’ Center.  

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INDIVIDUAL VISITS

Guided tours for individuals and small groups up to ten people.

Group visits

Various group visit options for children and adults are available.

About guided tours

Tickets and pricing, prices per person (2024): .

Online booking fee included.  

Guided Tours - 1 hour

• Adults   €15.90
• Students, retirees, military, people with disabilities, Vienna Card   €13.78
• School pupils, children   €7.42

Guided Tours - 1 1/2 hours

• Adults   €23.85
• Students, retirees, military, people with disabilities, Vienna Card   €20.67
• School pupils, children   €11.13

Lecture Programmes 

• 1-hour guided tour + a lecture: Adults   €23.85
• 1-hour guided tour + a lecture: Students, retirees, military, people with disabilities:    €20.67
• Second lecture:   €3.18

Private Tours for Small Groups <20 people

• Flatrate equal to the cost of 20 tickets 

Virtual Tours 

• Flatrate for groups up to 30 people    €212

Virtual Lecture Programmes 

• Flatrate for groups up to 30 people    €318

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• You will have to pass a security check. Please do not forget to bring a valid  official identification document  (national ID card, passport or driving license; a copy or digital version of the ID is not acceptable).
• As the security check might get busy, we recommend you to  be at the VIC at least 15 minutes before  the scheduled starting time of the tour.
• Small bags may be carried on tour. For security reasons there is  no possibility to store   luggage  at the VIC.
• The Visitors Service is  closed  on  weekends  and official  UN Holidays , and there are no tours during the  year-end  period (21.12.2024-5.1.2025) . 

The Vienna International Centre (VIC) is located in Vienna's Donaustadt area across the Danube, just seven minutes from the city centre by U-Bahn.

The street address is  Wagramer Straße 5, 1220 Vienna, Austria , with the Visitors Entrance located right next to the "Kaisermühlen/Vienna International Centre" U-Bahn stop.

We recommend the use of public transportation.

• By Underground/Subway: 
• From Vienna city centre (eg Stephansplatz), take the red U1 "U-Bahn" underground/subway line in the direction Leopoldau. Get off at the stop "Kaisermühlen/Vienna International Centre". Exit at the front of the train and proceed to the VIC main entrance (Gate 1) directly next to the station.
• Plan your journey to "UNO City"

• By coach Buses may stop in the side street of Wagramer Straße 5.
• By car Limited private car parking is available for a fee at the  Austria Centre .

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“Our guide was amazing. Competent and humorous. She answered all of our questions and we had many.” Vienna resident

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Tours of the United Nations Building in New York

This post has all the information needed to take a tour of the United Nations Headquarters, including information about tickets, directions, what you will see there, and nearby sights.

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GUIDED TOURS OF THE U.N.

United Nations' guided tours are a great way to learn more about the organization and its contributions to the world order.

You must purchase tickets for the tour.

If you prefer to visit the United Nations for free, you can, but you will not see any of the significant parts of the Headquarters.

See below to find out what you can see without taking a tour. 

Pre-booked tickets and proof of full COVID-19 vaccination are strongly recommended but not required for entry. All visitors are recommended to wear mask but not required.

Tour Schedule

Tours are offered Monday-Friday, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, and last between 45 minutes to an hour. 

There are no weekend tours .

The Visitors Center is open on the weekends, but you will not be able to see any other areas of the building.

Tours are offered in the six official languages of the United Nations, which are English, Spanish, French, Chinese, Arabic, and Russian.

Tours are also sometimes offered in German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, and Swedish.

If for some reason a booked language tour is not available when you arrive, the tour will be conducted in English.

About the Tour 

On the tour, you will visit the 

• General Assembly Hall
• Security Council Chamber
• Trusteeship Council Chamber
• Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Chamber
• and much more!

About the Guides

• There are 24 United Nations Tour Guides.
• The guides are from 15 different countries and speak a combined 12 languages.
• Tour Guides are referred to as United Nations Ambassadors to the Public because of their direct contact with millions of visitors.
• The guides are briefed every morning so that they will be current on the ongoing work of the organization.
• Guides also sometimes wear the native dress of their home country.

Kids Tour - Thematic Guided Tours

Since 2019, the UN started offering tours for children ages 5 through 10.

The tour includes a visit to the kid-friendly UN Kids Corridor".  

Guides interact with children and role-play so that young visitors learn how the UN relates to their lives.

The Corridor has huge world maps on the walls, mounted flags of the countries that are included in the Security Council, and even an actual refugee tent. 

To know more about the Kids tour, click here .

Standard Guided Tour

In the centre of New York City, visit the UN! An intriguing chance to learn about UN Headquarters is provided by a one-hour guided tour.

You'll go on a brief tour of the halls of world affairs with one of the multilingual Tour Guides.

You will gain knowledge of the UN's past and current activities while touring its renowned General Assembly Hall and Security Council Chamber. (meetings permitting).

To know more about the tour, visit .

Garden Tour

In the autumn, Wednesdays at 2:30 pm offer special tours of the UN's North Lawn.

Learn about the history of the "George and the Dragon" statue, see a real section of the Berlin Wall, and find a "hidden gem" honouring Eleanor Roosevelt, one of the most significant women in the history of the United Nations, as you stroll through the gardens with their exceptional rose collection and recognizable cherry trees.

Thematic Guided Tour - Black History Tour

Take the unique Black History Tour to commemorate Black History at the UN!

Tour is available at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

You will get a special opportunity to see the Ark of Return, a permanent monument to those who perished in enslavement and the transatlantic slave trade, on the United Nations Visitors Plaza as part of the Black History-themed Tour of the UN.

Access to the General Assembly Hall, Trusteeship Council Chamber, and Security Council Chamber will also be included in the special visit.

With a focus on decolonization, visitors will learn about the contributions made by people of African origin to the UN's work in areas like peace and security and human rights.

Thematic Guided Tour - Focus on Women Tour

The Focus on Women Tour highlights the important contributions made by women to UN efforts in the areas of peace and security, human rights, and development.

More than half of the world's population are women, and even though their opinions have frequently been muted, their tenacity and wisdom have made them change agents!

This tour will discuss women who have had a significant impact on the history of the UN, as well as issues like Security Council resolution 1325, which emphasises the critical role that women play in conflict prevention and resolution, the distinctive and expanding role that women play in peace operations, Sustainable Development Goal 5, which focuses on gender equality and women's empowerment, and other General Assembly milestones that have improved the status of women globally.

A traditional Mola tapestry created by Kuna women from Panama will also be on display as part of the tour in the General Assembly Lobby.

If there are no meetings scheduled, the Focus on Women Tour will also have entry to the General Assembly Hall, Economic and Social Council Chamber, and Security Council Chamber.

To learn more, click here .

Other Things to See at the UN

Whether you take a tour or not, there is plenty to do at the United Nations.

The lobby and atrium are open for visits and you can see their permanent and changing  exhibits .

You can also browse their  bookshop ,  purchase a souvenir , and send a postcard with a  UN stamp!

You can also dine alongside UN delegates at the  Delegates Dining Room . You must make a reservation by calling 1-917-367-3314.

For a less expensive meal, try the casual Visitor’s Café in the Visitor’s Center.

NOTE:   The UN no longer offers the opportunity to have your passport stamped.

Instead, the UN Post Office sells souvenir passports for $1.00 which you can have stamped for free. 

Also, they will stamp any type of paper product, such as postcards, pamphlets, or even blank paper. This makes for a unique one-of-a-kind souvenir. 

HOW TO GET TICKETS

Tickets can be purchased online at the UN's Visitor Center website page .

Note that tickets are sold through this site via an online vendor. If you purchase with a credit card, Vendini Tickets is the name that will appear on your statement.)  

Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Visitors Center for the next available tour that day.

Because of limited availability, it is strongly recommended that you purchase tickets in advance.

Prices 

• Seniors (60 and up): $18
• Students (with ID): $18
• Children (5-12 years old): $15
• Children under 5 years old are not permitted on tours but are allowed inside the UN building.
• Kids Tours are offered for children 5-10 years old. For the Kids Tour, see above .

Purchase tickets here .

PLAN YOUR VISIT

The Visitor Entrance is at First Avenue and 45th Street.

You can use this link to Google Maps to get exact directions from your departure location to the U.N. 

By subway:   Take the 4/5/6 trains to Grand Central-42nd Street Station).

Exit Grand Central Station on 42nd Street (look for signs that say "42nd Street Exit". 

Once on the street, you can walk along 42nd Street to 1st Avenue and then walk north 4 blocks to the Visitor Entrance. 

If you don't want to walk from Grand Central, you can take the M42 bus heading east on 42nd Street. It is a free transfer from the subway.

TIP:  You may find our posts on  navigating the NYC subway  and choosing the right subway pass helpful.

By bus:   The crosstown M42 bus heading east. The Uptown M15 bus along 1st Avenue stops in front of the U.N. 

By ferry: The East River ferry has a stop at 34th Street and 1st Avenue. It costs the same as the subway and you will have fantastic views during your ride. See our post about the  East River Ferry .

By car: We advise you to not drive to the UN, as there is no visitor parking and traffic in Midtown is very heavy. 

When you arrive

Be sure that everyone in your group who is 18 years or older (and unaccompanied children 12 years and older) has their government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver's license.

Go to the Visitor Check-in Office at 801 First Avenue at 45th Street, across the street from the UN.

For 9:30 am and 9:45 am ticket holders, please be advised that the Check-in Office opens at 9:00 am.

Because you must go through a security screening, which may take some time, the UN asks that you arrive  an hour prior to your tour so you will not be late.

You won't be able to bring in big bags or tripods. We have great suggestions for where to store your bags for under $6.

Note:  If you are more than 15 minutes late your reservation may not be honored.

For more information about what to expect when you arrive, see the UN website .

Good to Know

• Tours take place during working hours, so groups are asked to keep quiet while walking in between stops.
• There are no restrooms along the tour route, so take care of any needs before the tour begins.
• TIP: If you have bags and would like to store them somewhere during your visit to the UN, look at our post on  where to store luggage in NYC .

What you can and cannot bring

The UN takes security seriously. Check their long list of prohibited items here .

You CAN bring the following:

• battery-operated electronic devices, as well as medical devices
• cameras, video recorders, or any type of recording device
• creams, lotions, or perfumes
• strollers (not permitted on the tour route)

NEARBY SIGHTS AND ACTIVITIES

You may want to link your trip to the United Nations with a few other activities. 

One activity is to join us for one of our pay-what-you-like tours of Midtown Manhattan or Grand Central Terminal .

Explore  Grand Central Terminal  (also a great place to grab food!). 

You can enhance your visit to Grand Central by using our  self-guided Grand Central tour  or our audio tour . 

For a stunning view of the NYC skyline, ride the aerial tram to Roosevelt Island.  Once you are on Roosevelt Island it is a lovely place to spend an hour or 2.

See our  Self-Guided Roosevelt Island Tour  for information on what to do on the island. 

You can also visit the New York Public Library . They offer free tours daily. 

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Ready to tour the United Nations in Midtown Manhattan East? A 5-minute walk from Westgate New York Grand Central takes you to the United Nations Headquarters, home to the international organization created to maintain peace and security around the world. Enjoy a United Nations Tour presented by expert UN guide as you visit the General Assembly Hall, Security Council Chamber, and many other behind-the-scenes areas in this organization dedicated to helping the world’s most vulnerable people, protecting human rights, and giving peace a chance.

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GENERAL UNITED NATIONS TOUR INFORMATION

Westgate New York Grand Central is less then one block away from United Nations Headquarters in New York City! Every wondered how the UN works? Want to get a sneak peek behind the curtain of world affiars and international diplomacy? Visit the United Nations right in the middle of Midtown East and take a guided tour that elts you explore behind the scenes at the United Nations.

Tour Details: Check-in at the Visitor Check-in Office located at 45th Street and 1st Avenue. after this, you'll need to go across the street for a quick security screening and then enter the General Assembly Building of the UN. Once inside, your tour check-in location will be at the back of the Lobby in the General Assembly. Things to know before you go:

Tours last 45-60 minutes long.

For security reasons, children under 5 years of age are not permitted on tour.

Children (5-12 years of age) on tour must be accompanied by a parent or guardian with a ticket.

Due to international events/concerns, UN Headquarters may sometimes close to the public on very short notice.

Address: 405 E 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017

Cross Street: 46th St & 1st Ave

Hours: Daily 9am–4:45pm, daily (Mon-Sun) Guided tours only Mon-Fri

Cost: $22.00 (adults), $15.00 (students/seniors), $13.00 (children 5-12years)

Call: 1-212-963-8687

SPECIAL UNITED NATIONS KIDS TOUR

Have some little ones that are interested in exploring the United Nations, but without too many facts and figures to bog down the experience? If so, The United Nations Kids Tours and Corridor is right up your alley, bringing wall-sized maps, quizzes, role-playing games and eye-catching, kid-friendly tour experiences together into a fun, engaging tour geared towards 5 to 10-year-olds as you and your kids learn about the United Nations and their role in the world.

Explore a real-size refugee tent and listen to real life stories about children from around the world facing challenges such as hunger, natural disasters or diseases, and how the UN is helping them overcome these obstacles on this educational field-trip that empowers kids to get involved and become global citizens! Some good things to know before you go:

Please dress appropriately for the diplomatic environment of the United Nations.

For security reasons, children under 5 years old are not permitted on tour.

Arrive at the UN premises one hour prior to your tour time for security screening

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after your tour time (late) and do not check-in at the Cashiers Desk, your reservation will not be honored.

In the unlikely event that a language tour booked is not available on the day, the tour will be conducted in English.

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Use your language and personality to guide our visitors who take the tour of the Palais des Nations and learn about the United Nations and the United Nations in Geneva.

Become a tour guide

UN Geneva is not recruiting. For future positions, please send a CV and cover letter to [email protected] .

Candidates need to have completed a first course of University studies (BA or equivalent). Tour Guides do not work full time, but on an hourly basis, according to their availability. Candidates must have a valid residence permit in Switzerland in order to apply.

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