Whitney Museum of American Art: Discovering Creative America

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Audio tour and entrance ticket
Audio tour in English
Route length: 1 km
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Duration 1h 30m
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  • We will send the tour within 48 hours or refund your money
  • Explore the largest museum of contemporary American art guided by your own in-app audio tour
  • Discover the realm of American art through works by Edward Hopper, Cindy Sherman, Willem de Kooning
  • Enjoy breathtaking panoramic view of Manhattan from the museum's terraces
  • Learn the stories behind Andy Warhol's celebrity portraits such as Elvis Presley or Marylin Monroe
  • Get to know about social and political issues inspiring modern and contemporary artists
Immerse yourself in the unique art of the most trendy American artists by following this in-app audio tour that will guide you through the most impressive exhibits in the Whitney. Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney revolutionized the world's view on American art in 1931, by opening her own museum dedicated to modern U.S. artists. Apart from that, the current building, located in downtown Manhattan, offerings a magnificent city view. The tour will take you through the highlights of a marvelous collection of paintings, sculptures, photographs, prints, and films created by outstanding artists, mostly living ones. You will witness the newest trends in art and major movements of the 20th and 21st centuries, such as Modernism, Minimalism, Pop Art, Social Realism, and Abstract Expressionism. Hear the stories behind iconic works by Andy Warhol, Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe, and more. You will get to know political and social issues that inspire the artists today and that were vital in the past. You will also admire the works of emerging artists successfully turned into world-renown art stars by the Whitney, with such examples as Cindy Sherman, Alexander Calder, and Gary Simmons. Note. This tour is not affiliated with the Whitney American Art Museum but is provided by an independent creator. Tickets are included for customers' convenience at no charge.

What's included

  • Entry ticket to Whitney Museum of American Art
  • Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone on the WeGoTrip app
  • Detailed route with step-by-step navigation through museum halls
  • Recommendations on how to enhance your modern art experience
  • Earphones not included — bring your own
  • Earphones and smartphone are not included – bring your own
  • In-person tour guide
    • The tour is available only on the WeGoTrip app. This is a different app from the source or app you booked the tour if it's not WeGoTrip site or app
    • To ensure the quality of the download, please remember to do so before your visit
    • Please note that there is no staff at the meeting point or staff on site for this tour. You can start the tour at any time from the meeting point
    • An Android version 7.1+ or an iOS smartphone version 12+ is required for the audio guide. You will need around 100 MB of free space for the download
    • Reduced tickets available onsite for seniors (65+), students and disabled visitors. A valid ID or documentation is required.
    • Getting There
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    • Metro: A, C, E and L to 14th Street.
    • Show your smartphone ticket at the 'Advanced ticket sales' desk.

Places you will visit

Whitney Museum of American Art
Gansevoort Street, 99, Manhattan

Attractions on the route

Download the app and the digital audio tour on your smartphone before the visit. You will find recommendations on how to get to the staring point in the first step of the tour. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please email us at support@wegotrip.com.
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