Yale Secret Societies Walking Tour
- 1h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the hidden history of Yale University on this engaging walking tour of its famous secret societies. Visit seven iconic society headquarters, often referred to as "tombs," and admire their unique architecture while learning about the traditions, legends, and notable members associated with each organization. Along the way, your expert guide will share fascinating stories that reveal an intriguing side of Yale's history and culture. Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and curious travelers alike. - Walking tour of Yale's secret societies in New Haven - Visit 7 tombs and learn about their architecture and history - Gain insider knowledge from an expert guide - Ideal for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by Yale's traditions
Inclusions
What's included
- Guide
Itinerary
See the headquarters of Yale's most famous secret society and learn about its history, traditions, and influential members. Travelers will view the iconic "Tomb" and hear stories that have made it one of Yale's most talked-about landmarks.
See the headquarters of one of Yale's prestigious senior societies and learn about its history, traditions, and role in campus life. Discover what makes this society an important part of Yale's secret society culture.
See the distinctive headquarters of Manuscript Society, known for its ties to the arts and humanities. Learn about the society's traditions and the unique design that sets it apart from other Yale society buildings.
Learn about one of Yale's oldest senior societies and its lasting influence on campus culture. Hear about its traditions, history, and place within Yale's network of historic societies.
Visit the impressive home of Berzelius Society and learn about its origins, traditions, and connections to Yale's scientific heritage. Admire the building's architecture while hearing stories about its place in university history.
Visit one of Yale's historic senior society buildings and learn about its traditions, notable members, and role in student life. Enjoy views of this landmark while discovering its connection to Yale's past.
View the striking home of Scroll and Key, known for its distinctive architecture and long-standing traditions. Learn how the society became one of Yale's most prestigious and recognizable organizations.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Main entrance to Sterling Memorial Library, near the fountain.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Onda Healing Arts
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in New Haven
- Its from-price is 80% above the median of the 9 experiences we list in New Haven.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About New Haven
New Haven is a Connecticut harbour city and the home of Yale University, with a historic green, fine museums and a thin, charred pizza all its own.
New Haven stands on Long Island Sound at the head of a sheltered harbour, and it was laid out in 1638 as a grid of nine squares around a central green. Three churches of the early nineteenth century sit on the Green, and facing it are the Gothic towers and quadrangles of Yale University, which moved here in 1716 and gives the city much of its character.
Top-ranked sights in New Haven: Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Yale University Art Gallery, Yale University.