United Nations Headquarters Guided Tour
Step inside United Nations chambers and explore global issues
Duration
45–60 mins
Includes
Guided tour, UN chambers
Highlights
Explore United Nations Headquarters in New York City on a guided English-language tour. See landmark chambers and learn how the United Nations works on global issues.
- Visit the General Assembly Hall, Security Council Chamber, Trusteeship Council Chamber and ECOSOC Chamber when open
- Learn about disarmament, peace and security, human rights and the Sustainable Development Goals
- Discover United Nations exhibits during your visit
- Browse the UN Bookshop and UN Stamps counter in the Visitor Centre
Important details
- Register online with United Nations Security before arrival
- Bring an original government-issued photo ID if you are 18 or older; it must be from a UN Member or Observer State and use Latin characters
- Bring a physical ID only; photocopies, digital images and military IDs are not accepted
- Arrive at least 60 minutes before your tour for security screening
- Ages 5+ only; an adult must accompany anyone under 18
- Dress in a way that respects the United Nations' professional working environment
- Expect some chambers to close at short notice for high-level meetings
- The listed price excludes a 6% booking fee
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final; no exchanges or refunds are offered. If you arrive at the Ticket Desk inside UN Headquarters more than 15 minutes after your tour starts, your ticket may be canceled without a refund.
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FAQs
United Nations Headquarters is accessible to persons with disabilities.
Some chambers may close at short notice for high-level meetings, but guided tours will still be conducted.
United Nations Headquarters does not offer parking. Use public transportation, or find private garages between East 45th and East 49th Streets, between 1st and 2nd Avenues.
Related locations
United Nations Visitors Services
Admission includedStep inside one of the most consequential addresses on earth. United Nations Visitors Services is your gateway to the sprawling UN complex on the East River, where diplomats from nearly every nation have gathered to shape international affairs for decades. Through United Nations Visitors Services, you can walk the same corridors as world leaders, stand in the General Assembly Hall, and take in sculpture gardens and murals donated by member states from around the globe.